Italian composer Niccolo Piccinni, despite his obscurity today, was one of the most popular opera composers of his day, especially in the genre of Neapolitan opera buffa. This release focuses on Piccinni’s Pater Noster, which has been passed down in rare transcriptions. The long, virtuosic work is composed in typical Neapolitan fashion. Also included is Piccinni’s Creed. The work is believed to be from Piccinni’s early days of composing.