Title

Reading and Singing the Church's Chant: The Basics

Authors

Anthony Ruff OSB, College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-2011

Disciplines

Arts and Humanities | Catholic Studies | Liturgy and Worship | Music | Religion

Abstract

The article offers tips for reading and singing Gregorian chant. According to the author, the text is the starting point for singing Latin chant. The four basic reading rules for beginners include reading from left to right, reading big notes before little notes, reading lower notes before higher notes, and reading thick curved lines as two notes.

Recommended Citation

Ruff, Anthony. "Reading and Singing the Church's Chant: The Basics." Pastoral Music 35, no. 2 (January 2011), 15-18.