Verleih uns Frieden — Sheet Music for Orchestra & Choir
Mendelssohn’s 1831 peace prayer arranged by Paul Lorenz — the complete professional edition for SATB choir and full orchestra
Written in Rome in February 1831, in the shadow of the Polish November Uprising, Mendelssohn’s Verleih uns Frieden gnädiglich is not a piece composed in comfort — it is a prayer shaped by crisis. Its text, rooted in Martin Luther’s German paraphrase of the ancient antiphon Da pacem, Domine, carries a weight that no amount of period circumstance can diminish: “Grant us peace graciously, Lord God, in our time.” For conductors seeking a short, programmatically resonant work that unites choir and orchestra with quiet authority, there is no finer choice for Remembrance programmes, Advent concerts, and civic peace ceremonies.
Until now, assembling a complete, professionally engraved performance package for this Mendelssohn sheet music meant navigating Carus-Verlag’s print-only orchestral parts (2–4 weeks’ delivery), the Oxford University Press hire agreement for the John Rutter edition, or the inconsistently typeset 1875 scans on IMSLP. The Paul Lorenz edition resolves all of this in a single download: conductor score, all orchestral parts, and choir vocal score — professionally engraved at 600 DPI, MOLA-compliant, and available the moment you complete your purchase.
The Complete Performance Edition
Orchestra & Choir (SATB)
€39.90
Everything your ensemble needs, in one download. Mendelssohn’s three-verse through-composed setting — from hushed bass solo to luminous full SATB — in a modern, screen-optimized edition built for professional performance and immediate use.
- Conductor Score (PDF, A3, 600 DPI)
- Violin I Part (PDF)
- Violin II Part (PDF)
- Viola Part (PDF)
- Cello I Part (PDF)
- Cello II Part (PDF)
- Double Bass Part (PDF)
- Flute I & II Parts (PDF)
- Clarinet I & II in B‑flat Parts (PDF)
- Bassoon I & II Parts (PDF)
- SATB Choir Vocal Score (PDF)
- Performance License (included)
Crafted for the Podium
- Complete Performance Kit: Conductor score, all ten orchestral parts, and SATB vocal score — everything in one single instant download.
- MOLA-Compliant Engraving: 8.5 mm staff size and 600 DPI resolution for crystal-clear reading at any distance, in print or on a tablet.
- Performance License Included: Licensed for ensemble performance with your purchase — no separate ASCAP, BMI, or PRS agreement required.
- Tablet-Ready Edition: High-resolution PDF renders crisply on iPad Pro and A4 tablets — ideal for paperless conducting and part-reading.
- Instant PDF Delivery: No hire application, no postal wait. Download begins immediately after purchase.
- Bespoke Customization: Need a strings-only reduction or a transposition for your forces? Contact us — we adapt the orchestration to your ensemble.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the download?
You receive the complete performance package: conductor score (A3 format, 600 DPI), all individual orchestral parts (Violin I & II, Viola, Cello I & II, Double Bass, Flute I & II, Clarinet I & II in B‑flat, Bassoon I & II), SATB choir vocal score, and a performance license — all as high-resolution PDFs optimized for both screen reading and professional printing.
What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?
Grade 3–4, intermediate to professional. The choral writing is well within reach of high-level amateur SATB choirs; Mendelssohn’s three-verse structure — bass solo, alto-led second verse, and full homophonic SATB finale — rewards careful dynamic shaping rather than vocal virtuosity. The orchestral parts are suitable for professional and advanced semi-professional ensembles.
Do I need a performance license?
Mendelssohn’s original composition (1831) is in the public domain. This arrangement by Paul Lorenz is licensed for ensemble performance with your purchase — no additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting is required for the arrangement itself. For ticketed performances, standard venue licensing applies as usual.
Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?
Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers a bespoke customization service unique in the industry. Whether you need a strings-only reduction (the original calls for 2 flutes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, and strings), a transposition, or alternative instrument assignments for your available forces, we can tailor this arrangement to your exact requirements. Contact us to discuss.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, we cannot offer refunds once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
