Early Music

This anthology of Gregorian chants is of great interest as the contents are in liturgical order, following the principal seasons (Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, and Marian Feasts) representing the entire liturgical year. The beautiful Gregorian chant...

The Requiem Mass is one of the most frequently performed Masses of the Medieval period. It is this mass that forms the centerpiece of Gloriae Dei Cantores Schola's acclaimed recording Gregorian Requiem. Not only are two traditional masses included, but...

The monks of Solesmes have selected a sampling of the "best" Gregorian chants, including Antiphons for Lauds of Martyrs at Eastertide, Kyrie IX and Gloria IX. This recording reflects the unmatched authenticity which characterizes the exquisitely gracious...

The first substantial survey of the Eton Choirbook's treasures on record, newly remastered, compiled and reissued on CD for the first time. Copied out between 1490 and 1502, the Eton Choirbook is the most substantial extant source of English liturgical...

The Benedictine Monks of Santo Domingo de Silos became famous outside of religious circles in 1993 when a recording of their liturgical Gregorian chants unexpectedly climbed to the top of the album charts. Back around the 11th century, the Spanish abbey...

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Pentameron is inspired by one of the most important collections of stories and folk tales of all times: The "Pentamerone" (The Tale of Tales) written by Giambattista Basile and published in 1634 in Naples. The stories in this work are divided into five...

Music by women composers of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and early Baroque. Music by Hildegard Von Bingen and more.1. The Middle Ages - in Cloister, Anon: Casta Catholica 2. Hildegard Von Bingen: Ave Generosa 3. Anon: Puer Nobis Nascitur 4. At Court,...

LEARNING ABOUT 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...

Coming of Christ-A Celebration of Faith in His Name - The Coming of Christ is sung by the Gloriae Dei Cantores Schola and conducted by Dr. Mary Berry, CBE, reknowned experts who bring a wealth of experience to the interpretation of Gregorian chant...

Chant, is the most peaceful music imaginable. CHANT: MUSIC FOR THE SOUL, is the ultimate in relaxation and stress relief the perfect antidote to our fast-moving modern world. Chant has proven to heal, calm and also give strength; it's power is timeless...

Cancionero: Music for the Spanish Court (1470 - 1520) is the first release by the Dufay Collective for the Avie Records label, which acts as a clearinghouse for artist-made recordings. Cancionero was made in 1997 on the Dufay's own dime after it's...