Which mass did Josquin compose in his final years?
Missa Pange lingua
Missa Solemnis
Missa Brevis
Missa Prolationum
Answer
Missa Pange lingua is a mass composed by Josquin des Prez in his final years. It is a six-voice setting of the Ordinary of the Mass, based on the hymn "Pange lingua". The mass is characterized by its complex polyphony and rich harmonic textures. It is considered one of Josquin's most significant works and is a testament to his mastery of the genre.
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