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Thanks to good marketing, good cover art, and good luck, this disc probably has sold more copies than most other recordings of Gregorian chant put together. Its often quipped that most of those discs have been listened to exactly once and put away--to the puzzlement of many musicians and critics, who point out that there are more beautiful, more varied performances by professional singers available. Yet the singing of these Spanish Benedictines has a special quality that probably explains this discs popularity--a reverent serenity that no doubt stems from the fact that the monks are actually praying, not just performing. Granted, Chant can become a bit monotonous with repeated listening, but it really gives you the sense of devotion that has always been the purpose of "Gregorian" chant. If this recording (ahem) enchants you at first, wonderful. If you get bored with it later, dont give up--there has been an extraordinary variety of styles and sounds over the 1,500-year history of plainchant, so go exploring with Anonymous 4, Ensemble Gilles Binchois, Sequentia, or Ensemble Organum. You wont be sorry. --Matthew Westphal
Rate Points :4.5
Binding :Audio CD
Label :Angel Records
Manufacturer :Angel Records
MPN :55138
ProductGroup :Music
Studio :Angel Records
Publisher :Angel Records
UPC :724355513823
EAN :0724355513823
Price :$16.98USD
Lowest Price :$7.93USD
Customer ReviewsNot your usual Kyrie
Rating Point :2 Helpful Point :0
CHANT arrived in good condition ahead of the promised delivery date and for a bargain price. The singing is well done. However, I never recognized one selection of the ultra long list of chants that are a radical departure from Kyrie Eleison and Magnificat anima mea. I played it while in bed and drifted off to sleep even after being kinda disappointed in the selections. This is not saying YOU wont be transfixed and inspired by the rhythm, melodies, and selections chosen by the totally-dedicated monks.
Chant
Rating Point :4 Helpful Point :1
The CD was received on time and in excellent condition. I use the CD in the evenings to slow me down and get me in a relaxed mood.
Chant
Rating Point :4 Helpful Point :2
It is a true to life portrail of the medieval prayer form.
Some things are ageless.
Benedictine Chant
Rating Point :4 Helpful Point :0
This CD is very pretty. A nice CD to play around Easter time, which I did. The voices blend beautifully making it great for a meditation practice, massage, or even for yoga during asana time or even final relaxation.
Chant
Rating Point :5 Helpful Point :0
Great CD, best music to study with, sleep with, or just relax. And its Holy too! Great gift, very classic.
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