Synopsis
The Textbook of Gregorian Chant According to the Solesmes Method is a comprehensive guide to the traditional music of the Roman Catholic Church. Written by Dom Gregory Sunol, a renowned expert in the field of liturgical music, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the history, theory, and practice of Gregorian chant.The Solesmes Method, developed by the Benedictine monks of the Abbey of Saint-Pierre de Solesmes in France, is widely considered to be the most authoritative approach to the study and performance of Gregorian chant. In this book, Dom Sunol provides a detailed overview of the principles and techniques of the Solesmes Method, including the use of neumes, the interpretation of chant notation, and the proper pronunciation of Latin.The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the history and development of Gregorian chant, from its origins in the early Christian church to its role in the liturgy of the modern Catholic Church. The second part focuses on the theory and practice of chant, including the structure of the chant and the various modes and melodies used in the repertoire. The third part provides practical guidance for the performance of chant, including the use of the voice, the interpretation of the text, and the role of the choir in the liturgy.Throughout the book, Dom Sunol provides numerous examples of Gregorian chant, both in notation and in musical notation, to illustrate the principles and techniques of the Solesmes Method. The Textbook of Gregorian Chant According to the Solesmes Method is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, theory, and practice of this ancient and beautiful music.1930. By compressing the Solesmes teaching within the narrow limits of a general textbook, Dom Sunol has rendered good service of the Gregorian cause. It was prepared under the direct supervision of the Solesmes Benedictine Fathers at Quarr Abbey, who supplied invaluable help on almost every page, mainly in the direction of ensuring greater accuracy, clearing up obscure passages, simplifying technical points and generally making the book more accessible to the ordinary student of plainsong.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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