Gregorian Chant: A Textbook for Seminaries, Novitiates and Secondary Schools (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436707350)

Gregorian Chant: A Textbook For Seminaries, Novitiates And Secondary Schools is a comprehensive guide to the study and practice of Gregorian chant, a form of sacred music that has been used in the Catholic Church for over a thousand years. Written by Andrew F. Klarmann, a professor of music and liturgy, this textbook is designed for use in seminaries, novitiates, and secondary schools.The book begins with an overview of the history and development of Gregorian chant, including its origins in ancient Jewish and Christian liturgical music. It then delves into the theory and practice of chant, covering topics such as notation, rhythm, modes, and psalmody. The book also includes a section on the performance of chant, with practical advice on singing technique, interpretation, and the use of accompaniment.Throughout the book, Klarmann emphasizes the spiritual and theological significance of Gregorian chant, highlighting its role in the liturgy as a means of expressing praise, prayer, and contemplation. He also provides numerous examples of chant, both in musical notation and in text, allowing readers to practice and study the music themselves.Overall, Gregorian Chant: A Textbook For Seminaries, Novitiates And Secondary Schools is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study and performance of this ancient and beautiful form of sacred music.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.

Author: Andrew F. Klarmann
ISBN-10: 1436707358
ISBN-13: 9781436707350
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 168
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d