The “Te Deum” (H 146) is unquestionably the best known composition of Marc-Antoine Charpentier (1643–1704), especially since its “  Prélude en rondeau ” was made the Eurovision signature tune. Although  Charpentier  set the “Te  Deum” altogether four times, this is his only  setting employing a “military band”, i.e. trumpets and kettledrums. This  brilliant and magnificent  piece was frequently played at victory celebrations and other occasions of  public jubilation  during the 17th century. Even today it is still ideal for festive church  services and concerts.<br>
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The present edition stands at the forefront of scholarship and provides a complete, newly edited  Urtext of Charpentier’s  masterpiece.<br>