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Gregorian Chant

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Unveiling the Mysteries of Gregorian Chant

This book is a captivating journey into the origins, rituals, and intricacies of Gregorian chant. With its detailed exploration of church services, historical development, and musical aspects, it quenches the thirst of those seeking to understand the enchanting world of this ancient form of music. Its use of music examples and clear explanations make it an invaluable resource for anyone intrigued by the timeless beauty and significance of Gregorian chant.

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Gregorian Chant

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ISBN: 9780521690355
Authors: David Hiley
Date of Publication: 2010-01-18
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Religion, History, Music
Goodreads rating: 4.23
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What is Gregorian chant, and where does it come from? What purpose does it serve, and how did it take on the form and features which make it instantly recognizable? Designed to guide students through this key topic, this book answers these questions and many more. David Hiley describes the church services in which chant is performed, takes the reader through the church year, explains what Latin texts were used, and, taking Worcester Cathedral as an example, describes the buildings in which it was sung. The history of chant is traced from its beginnings in the early centuries of Christianity, through the Middle Ages, the revisions in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and the restoration in the nineteenth and twentieth. Using numerous music examples, the book shows how chants are made and how they were notated. An indispensable guide for all those interested in the fascinating world of Gregorian chant.
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Gregorian Chant

This book is a captivating journey into the origins, rituals, and intricacies of Gregorian chant. With its detailed exploration of church services, historical development, and musical aspects, it quenches the thirst of those seeking to understand the enchanting world of this ancient form of music. Its use of music examples and clear explanations make it an invaluable resource for anyone intrigued by the timeless beauty and significance of Gregorian chant.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.