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LoC No.: 06008146

Title: St. Gregory and the Gregorian Music

Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Colin Bell, Stephen Hutcheson, Joseph Cooper,
The Internet Archive (used for illustrations) and the
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Summary: "St. Gregory and the Gregorian Music" by E. G. P. Wyatt is a historical account published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1904. The book explores the life of Pope Gregory I and examines his influential role in the development and organization of Gregorian chant, which is a significant style of liturgical music in the Roman Catholic Church. The work reflects on both his religious contributions and musical reforms, providing insights into the cultural and historical context of his time. The narrative details Gregory's life from his early days in Rome, through his monastic calling, and ultimately to his papacy, where he faced numerous challenges such as famine, pestilence, and political strife. Wyatt chronicles Gregory's administrative efforts, his advocacy for music in worship, and his commitment to the moral and spiritual reform of the clergy. The book also addresses debates surrounding the origins of Gregorian chant, offering evidence to support the traditional view that Gregory I was a key figure in its development. Overall, it underscores Gregory's legacy as both a spiritual leader and a pioneer of ecclesiastical music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wyatt, E. G. P. (Edward Gerald Penfold), 1869-

EBook No.: 31582

Published: Mar 10, 2010

Downloads: 130

Language: English

Subject: Gregorian chants -- History and criticism

Subject: Gregory I, Pope, approximately 540-604

LoCC: Music: Literature of music

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 06008146

Title: St. Gregory and the Gregorian Music

Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Colin Bell, Stephen Hutcheson, Joseph Cooper,
The Internet Archive (used for illustrations) and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "St. Gregory and the Gregorian Music" by E. G. P. Wyatt is a historical account published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1904. The book explores the life of Pope Gregory I and examines his influential role in the development and organization of Gregorian chant, which is a significant style of liturgical music in the Roman Catholic Church. The work reflects on both his religious contributions and musical reforms, providing insights into the cultural and historical context of his time. The narrative details Gregory's life from his early days in Rome, through his monastic calling, and ultimately to his papacy, where he faced numerous challenges such as famine, pestilence, and political strife. Wyatt chronicles Gregory's administrative efforts, his advocacy for music in worship, and his commitment to the moral and spiritual reform of the clergy. The book also addresses debates surrounding the origins of Gregorian chant, offering evidence to support the traditional view that Gregory I was a key figure in its development. Overall, it underscores Gregory's legacy as both a spiritual leader and a pioneer of ecclesiastical music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wyatt, E. G. P. (Edward Gerald Penfold), 1869-

EBook No.: 31582

Published: Mar 10, 2010

Downloads: 130

Language: English

Subject: Gregorian chants -- History and criticism

Subject: Gregory I, Pope, approximately 540-604

LoCC: Music: Literature of music

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.