Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh to Feature Haydn’s ‘In Time of War’ in Upcoming Season
Pittsburgh's Mendelssohn Choir is featuring Haydn's 'In Time of War' in their new season, as reported by 90.5 WESA.
Pittsburgh, PA, October 7, 2026 — The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh has announced plans to feature Joseph Haydn’s oratorio, ‘In Time of War,’ as a significant component of its upcoming season. This programming choice was reported by 90.5 WESA.
Haydn’s ‘In Time of War,’ also known as ‘Paukenmesse’ (Timpani Mass), is a substantial work composed in 1796. The oratorio is noted for its dramatic and powerful musical passages, reflecting the turbulent era in which it was created. The inclusion of this piece by the Pittsburgh-based choir highlights a focus on significant choral works with historical context.
Specific details regarding the dates, venues, or broader programming for the Mendelssohn Choir’s new season were not provided in the initial report. The full scope of the season’s repertoire and performance schedules remains to be announced.
The Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh is a long-standing choral ensemble in the region, known for its performances of a wide range of choral music. The decision to program Haydn’s ‘In Time of War’ suggests an engagement with both classical repertoire and music that carries thematic weight.
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