Rachmaninoff Ave Maria — Professional SATB Choir Sheet Music
The sacred masterpiece from the All-Night Vigil, Op. 37 — arranged for SATB choir by Paul Lorenz
The silence before the choir enters in Rachmaninoff’s Ave Maria is one of the most tension-charged moments in sacred choral music — and nothing breaks that spell faster than a cramped, poorly engraved score that forces your sopranos to squint. Composed in the winter of 1915 as the sixth movement of the All-Night Vigil, this work premiered in Moscow to a reception the press called “a triumph of the human voice.” A century later, it remains a touchstone for professional choral ensembles worldwide — performed in concert halls, cathedrals, and competition stages from Vienna to Tokyo.
This professional SATB edition by Paul Lorenz delivers the clarity and reliability this music demands. Every stave is set to MOLA standards, every page turn placed to serve the phrase, and the performance license is unambiguous: print parts for your ensemble and perform with complete confidence. At €9.90, it is the only professional-grade single-movement edition available — no rental library, no complete-opus commitment, no wait.
The Professional SATB Edition
Choir Arrangement (SATB)
€9.90
The definitive single-movement edition of Rachmaninoff’s Ave Maria for professional and advanced choral use. MOLA-compliant engraving, 600 DPI — legible on every stand, crystal-clear on every tablet.
- Conductor & Rehearsal Score — Full SATB Score (PDF)
- Soprano Part — Individual Voice (PDF)
- Alto Part — Individual Voice (PDF)
- Tenor Part — Individual Voice (PDF)
- Bass Part — Individual Voice (PDF)
- Performance License — print parts for your ensemble
- Instant Download — 600 DPI, tablet & print optimized
Crafted for the Choir Stand
- MOLA-Compliant Engraving: 8.5mm staves and 600 DPI resolution deliver stand-ready clarity under any lighting condition — stage, cathedral, or rehearsal room.
- Instant PDF Delivery: Your score is available immediately after purchase — no shipping, no rental library, no waiting. Download, print, rehearse tonight.
- Performance License Included: Print parts for your entire ensemble legally and confidently. No copyright ambiguity, no ASCAP or BMI reporting required for the arrangement.
- Tablet & Print Optimized: Vector-quality PDF renders crystal-clear at any zoom level — forScore, GoodNotes, or professional A4 print with equal precision.
- Bespoke Customization: Need a different key, a reduced voicing for a vocal quartet, or alternative text underlay? Paul Lorenz Music tailors arrangements to your exact requirements.
- 30 Years of Professional Experience: Arrangements trusted by the Vienna State Opera, London Symphony Orchestra, and recorded at Abbey Road Studios.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the download?
You receive the complete conductor’s and rehearsal score plus individual voice parts for Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Bass — all as high-resolution PDFs (600 DPI) optimized for professional printing and tablet reading. A performance license permitting you to print parts for your ensemble is included with every purchase.
What is the difficulty level for choirs?
Grade 4 — Intermediate to Advanced. The piece is well suited to experienced church choirs, university ensembles, and professional choral groups. The extended phrasing demands strong breath support, and the chromatic voice-leading presents real intonation challenges. Amateur choirs should plan 4–6 weeks of focused rehearsal.
Do I need a performance license?
Rachmaninoff’s original composition (1915) is in the public domain. This arrangement by Paul Lorenz is licensed for unlimited performances with your purchase — no additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting 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 bespoke customization — a capability unique in the industry. Whether you need a transposition, a reduced voicing for a smaller ensemble, or an alternative text underlay, we can tailor this arrangement precisely to your requirements. Contact us directly to discuss.
What language is the choral text, and how difficult is it to sing?
The text is Church Slavonic: “Bogoroditse Devo, raduysia” (Rejoice, O Virgin Theotokos). A phonetic pronunciation guide is available on request. Choirs preferring a Latin or English text underlay are welcome to contact us — bespoke text adaptations can be provided as part of our customization service.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, refunds cannot be offered once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
