Learning About Gregorian Chant Gregorian Chant

An essential introduction to Gregorian chant

Known throughout the world as the leading masters of Gregorian chant, the monks of Solesmes have released Learning about Gregorian Chant.This recording simplifies and clarifies the world of chant for those to whom Gregorian chant is a mystery. The combination of a clearly understood text (read by Sarah Moule) with the fluidly sung examples (sung by the Benedictine monks of Solesmes), convinces the listener that Gregorian chant is open to everyone for enjoyment and prayer. The clear and concise presentation on this recording will make it a valuable resource for educators, musicologists, students of music and those who wish for a basic understanding of chant.

The History of Gregorian Chant
Track 1-Gloria (with ringing of the bells)
Track 2-Ambrosian Gloria
Track 3-Antiphon In mandatis and Psalm 111
Track 4-Psalm 100
Track 5-Psalm 111

The Gregorian Musical Forms Proper of the Mass
Track 6-Introit Nos autem
Track 7-Gradual Concupivit
Track 8-Alleluia Psacha nostrum
Track 9-Offertory Laetentur
Track 10-Communion Psacha nostrum

Ordinary of the Mass
Track 11-Kyrie III
Track 12-Gloria IX
Track 13-Sanctus XVIII
Track 14-Agnus Dei XVIII

Divine Office
Track 15-Antiphon Dixit Dominus and Psalm 109
Track 16-Antiphon Si offers and Magnificat
Track 17-Response Credo
Track 18-Hymn Lucis creator

Conclusion
Track 19-Hymn Salve festa dies