gregorian
what it is
Gregorian chant is the central tradition of Western plainchant, a form of monophonic liturgical chant in Western Christianity that accompanied the celebration of Mass and other ritual services. This vast repertory of chants is the oldest music known as it is the first repertory to have been adequately notated in the 10th century. In general, the chants were learnt by de viva voce method, that is by following the given example orally, which took many years of experience in the Schola Cantorum.
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What is gregorian?
Gregorian chant is the central tradition of Western plainchant, a form of monophonic liturgical chant in Western Christianity that accompanied the celebration of Mass and other ritual services. This vast repertory of chants is the oldest music known as it is the first repertory to have been adequately notated in the 10th century. In general, the chants were learnt by de viva voce method, that is by following the given example orally, which took many years of experience in the Schola Cantorum.
What are good gregorian albums to start with?
Try The Dark Side by Gregorian, Gregorian Chant by Monks Of The Abbey Of Notre Dame, McMxc A.D. (More Music Version) by Enigma, and Times by Lesiëm.
Who are some women making gregorian?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/gregorian/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making gregorian, from mainstream to underground.
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