Gregorian chants
Medieval monastery music
Gregorian chants are the traditional liturgical music of the Roman Catholic Church—monophonic melodies sung in Latin without instrumental accompaniment.
Named for Pope Gregory I, they follow a free rhythm tied to the text rather than a strict beat.
The chants accompany Mass and the Divine Office: The monks began their morning with Gregorian chant.
The term also describes the distinctive modal, contemplative sound itself.
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