Wedding Mass

Wedding Mass by Gašper Jereb: A Unique Blend of Tradition and Personal Expression "Wedding Mass" by Slovenian composer Gašper Jereb stands out as an example of sacred music that merges traditional liturgical elements with contemporary instrumentation and personal significance. Composed in 2016 for Jereb's own wedding, the piece is a deeply intimate and celebratory work that reflects both the sanctity of the occasion and the composer's artistic voice.  The composition is written for a mixed choir, soprano saxophone, flute, violin, cello, and organ. This unconventional ensemble creates a rich palette of timbres, blending traditional sacred music's solemnity with modern instruments' expressive capabilities. The inclusion of the soprano saxophone, an instrument less commonly associated with liturgical settings, adds a unique, lyrical quality that complements the ethereal tones of the flute and strings. The Mass begins with a grandiose introduction that immediately establishes a celebratory