From an email.
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Every Sunday morning Una Voce France delivers a broadcast which lasts about one hour. Its title is “Chant Gregorien, prière chantée”. It is exclusively dedicated to the Gregorian chant of the Mass of the day (as well as that of approaching Feast days) and the Kyriale, Credo… A short commentary explains the origin of these Gregorian chants and their meaning. The broadcast is also available on the preceding Monday on the Una Voce website as well as on various radio stations. A real liturgical training of the “Church’s sung prayer” is thus taking place on a regular basis.
Patrick Banken, President. Una Voce France.
http://www.unavoce.fr/
18 October 2010
09 October 2010
08 October 2010
Course of one-day workshops in Portsmouth
This is a most exciting development: the GCN and the Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge are joinly organising a series of chant workshops in Portsmouth, to build on the success of the one-day event this Summer.
Thanks to sponsorship from the Latin Mass Society, there are discounts for groups and for LMS members: please email us for full details.
Thanks to sponsorship from the Latin Mass Society, there are discounts for groups and for LMS members: please email us for full details.
GREGORIAN CHANT WORKSHOPS at
ST. JOHN'S CATHEDRAL, PORTSMOUTH
Seven Workshops running between October
2010 and April 2011
Led by two very knowledgable and talented singers and teachers of Chant:
Abbot Cuthbert Brogan Abbot of Farnborough Abbey
and
Christopher Hodkinson a Director of Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge
All levels of experience welcome.
Dates:
Saturday 30th October 2010 Saturday 20th November 2010
Saturday 18th December 2010 Saturday 15th January 2011
Saturday 19th February 2011 Saturday 19th March 2011
Saturday 16th April 2011
Fee: £85.00 for all seven Workshops (Course book included) or
£15.00 per individual Workshop plus Course book fee.
Tea and coffee available
For further enquiries and to register,
contact: chantnetwork@gmail.com
or 023 9286 2384
In Association with:
Gregorian Chant Network (www.gregorianchantnetwork.org) and
Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge
ST. JOHN'S CATHEDRAL, PORTSMOUTH
Seven Workshops running between October
2010 and April 2011
Led by two very knowledgable and talented singers and teachers of Chant:
Abbot Cuthbert Brogan Abbot of Farnborough Abbey
and
Christopher Hodkinson a Director of Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge
All levels of experience welcome.
Dates:
Saturday 30th October 2010 Saturday 20th November 2010
Saturday 18th December 2010 Saturday 15th January 2011
Saturday 19th February 2011 Saturday 19th March 2011
Saturday 16th April 2011
Fee: £85.00 for all seven Workshops (Course book included) or
£15.00 per individual Workshop plus Course book fee.
Tea and coffee available
For further enquiries and to register,
contact: chantnetwork@gmail.com
or 023 9286 2384
In Association with:
Gregorian Chant Network (www.gregorianchantnetwork.org) and
Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge
12 September 2010
Residential Course 2011: dates announced
Download the application form here.
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Beginners and advanced groups, sung Mass each day, Sung Compline, Vespers, Benediction and other devotions, courtesy of the St Catherine's Trust Family Retreat taking place alongside the course.
Fees:
Full fee £90 per person. £10 discount for members of the Latin Mass Society.
Big discounts for groups coming from affiliated choirs, thanks to sponsorship from the Latin Mass Society.
Two people from one choir: £60 each
Three or more people from one choir: £40
Plus a £10 discount for members of the LMS.
Equiries please email: chantnetwork@gmail.com
The Gregorian Chant Network
will be holding its second 3-day training weekend, in 2011,
to be directed by Colin Mawby,
with the assistance of Nigel Kerry.
will be holding its second 3-day training weekend, in 2011,
to be directed by Colin Mawby,
with the assistance of Nigel Kerry.
8-10th April, at the Oratory School,
Reading RG8 0PJ
Reading RG8 0PJ
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Beginners and advanced groups, sung Mass each day, Sung Compline, Vespers, Benediction and other devotions, courtesy of the St Catherine's Trust Family Retreat taking place alongside the course.
Fees:
Full fee £90 per person. £10 discount for members of the Latin Mass Society.
Big discounts for groups coming from affiliated choirs, thanks to sponsorship from the Latin Mass Society.
Two people from one choir: £60 each
Three or more people from one choir: £40
Plus a £10 discount for members of the LMS.
Equiries please email: chantnetwork@gmail.com
02 September 2010
Chant Forum (Panel of Monastic Musicians)
I have just recieved this.
Meeting of the Chant Forum, 4 - 7 May 2010
The Chant Forum was established in 2006, in response to a widely felt need, in order to support and encourage the singing of Gregorian Chant in our monasteries. Previous meetings have been held at Mt. St. Bernard, Stanbrook, Douai and Downside. This year the venue was Pluscarden. Seventeen guests came, representing the monasteries of Ampleforth, Crawley Down, Douai, Ealing, Kristo Buase, Oulton, Petersham, Ramsgate, Rostrevor, New Stanbrook and Worth. In addition we were joined by the directors of three Gregorian Choirs attached to Catholic Cathedrals or parishes. Guests expected from the Abbeys of Glenstal and Roscrea in Ireland had to cancel at the last minute: the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud was disrupting many flights at just this time. The two founders of the Forum, both currently resident in Rome, were unfortunately not able to be with us. Various others, also unable to attend, nevertheless expressed much interest, and financial support was received from the Fernham Trust and an anonymous benefactor, so that we were able to keep all costs to a minimum.
The main speaker for our meeting was Mr. Jaan-Eik Tulve, master interpreter of Gregorian Chant, director of prestigious Gregorian Choirs in Estonia and France, formerly a close collaborator with Dom Daniel Saulnier of Solesmes, and widely travelled musical advisor to many monastic communities. This was his second visit to Pluscarden: two years ago he came to help our Choir improve its understanding and interpretation of the Chant, and to direct us in recording some pieces for a Holy Week CD.
When Jaan-Eik speaks, and also when he sings, it is immediately apparent that he understands what the Chant is doing, where it is going, what was the intention of its authors, and how we can make that intention our own. With our meeting being held in the fifth week of Easter, he devoted his sessions largely to examination of the Masses of Ascension and Pentecost. He rarely referred to the printed page. So thoroughly does he know this music, in its every detail and nuance, that like its early practitioners he is able to sing it, as it were, simply from the heart. I think all present felt a sense of privilege in this opportunity to sit at his feet, and watch him in action. A single session, just interpreting, for example, an Alleluia verse, would have made the whole meeting worth while.
Jaan-Eik’s focus is always first of all on the text: the music is there for the text, and not vice versa. He would often begin any practice by having everyone speak through the text together, paying particular attention to the verbal accents. Of course the Gregorian composer could approach any text in widely differing ways: sometimes an exuberant proclamation, sometimes a deeply interior meditation; now with great energy and movement, now with the utmost serenity and calm. To understand what he is up to musically, we have to let him lead us in responding to the text as he does, and to pray it with him.
To convey just some of the lessons Jaan-Eik loved to return to time and again: we should never think of notes in a Gregorian piece as somehow disjunct units. On the contrary, they are always part of a movement, flowing always towards its end. A great part of good interpretation is to “feel” this movement; to see where it is heading; to know which notes are structurally important, and which light passing ornaments. Always the phrase should be sung smoothly, with “a very good legato”. Breathing should be completely natural, relaxed; absolutely without strain or tension. Good breath control should enable us to sing long phrases to the end without any break. Jaan-Eik is much in favour of a Choir director conducting all pieces. If he has the music in his hands, he can lead any group to pass beyond merely singing correct notes, to achieve a living interpretation which will also be well united. Throughout his stay, Jaan-Eik himself directed our Choir at Mass, and it was indeed a joy to experience the beneficial effects of this.
Other speakers at our meeting included Fr. Gerard Byrne of the Glasgow Archdiocese. His subject was the current state of the Chant outside the monasteries. He spoke of his own experience, including in Rome, and looked at the many interventions of the Magisterium on the subject, dwelling especially on the phrase of Vatican II “actuosa participatio”. Jennifer Smith, professional singer and singing teacher gave a session of instruction which she called “Chanting on the breath of God”. Our own home team also gave talks: on teaching the Chant to novices, and on St. Benedict’s phrase, referring to the liturgy in Eastertide: “Alleluia without intermission” (Holy Rule 15:1).
When the majority of our Forum guests had departed, Jaan-Eik stayed on for some days to give more direct help to our own Choir. One tangible result of this was a reform in the way we interpret sung Psalmody! He also helped us launch another recording project: this time for a CD of Easter Chant.
Clearly the meeting was worthwhile and much appreciated by all participants. Plans are therefore already in place for another to be held next year, once again at Douai Abbey.
Meeting of the Chant Forum, 4 - 7 May 2010
The Chant Forum was established in 2006, in response to a widely felt need, in order to support and encourage the singing of Gregorian Chant in our monasteries. Previous meetings have been held at Mt. St. Bernard, Stanbrook, Douai and Downside. This year the venue was Pluscarden. Seventeen guests came, representing the monasteries of Ampleforth, Crawley Down, Douai, Ealing, Kristo Buase, Oulton, Petersham, Ramsgate, Rostrevor, New Stanbrook and Worth. In addition we were joined by the directors of three Gregorian Choirs attached to Catholic Cathedrals or parishes. Guests expected from the Abbeys of Glenstal and Roscrea in Ireland had to cancel at the last minute: the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud was disrupting many flights at just this time. The two founders of the Forum, both currently resident in Rome, were unfortunately not able to be with us. Various others, also unable to attend, nevertheless expressed much interest, and financial support was received from the Fernham Trust and an anonymous benefactor, so that we were able to keep all costs to a minimum.
The main speaker for our meeting was Mr. Jaan-Eik Tulve, master interpreter of Gregorian Chant, director of prestigious Gregorian Choirs in Estonia and France, formerly a close collaborator with Dom Daniel Saulnier of Solesmes, and widely travelled musical advisor to many monastic communities. This was his second visit to Pluscarden: two years ago he came to help our Choir improve its understanding and interpretation of the Chant, and to direct us in recording some pieces for a Holy Week CD.
When Jaan-Eik speaks, and also when he sings, it is immediately apparent that he understands what the Chant is doing, where it is going, what was the intention of its authors, and how we can make that intention our own. With our meeting being held in the fifth week of Easter, he devoted his sessions largely to examination of the Masses of Ascension and Pentecost. He rarely referred to the printed page. So thoroughly does he know this music, in its every detail and nuance, that like its early practitioners he is able to sing it, as it were, simply from the heart. I think all present felt a sense of privilege in this opportunity to sit at his feet, and watch him in action. A single session, just interpreting, for example, an Alleluia verse, would have made the whole meeting worth while.
Jaan-Eik’s focus is always first of all on the text: the music is there for the text, and not vice versa. He would often begin any practice by having everyone speak through the text together, paying particular attention to the verbal accents. Of course the Gregorian composer could approach any text in widely differing ways: sometimes an exuberant proclamation, sometimes a deeply interior meditation; now with great energy and movement, now with the utmost serenity and calm. To understand what he is up to musically, we have to let him lead us in responding to the text as he does, and to pray it with him.
To convey just some of the lessons Jaan-Eik loved to return to time and again: we should never think of notes in a Gregorian piece as somehow disjunct units. On the contrary, they are always part of a movement, flowing always towards its end. A great part of good interpretation is to “feel” this movement; to see where it is heading; to know which notes are structurally important, and which light passing ornaments. Always the phrase should be sung smoothly, with “a very good legato”. Breathing should be completely natural, relaxed; absolutely without strain or tension. Good breath control should enable us to sing long phrases to the end without any break. Jaan-Eik is much in favour of a Choir director conducting all pieces. If he has the music in his hands, he can lead any group to pass beyond merely singing correct notes, to achieve a living interpretation which will also be well united. Throughout his stay, Jaan-Eik himself directed our Choir at Mass, and it was indeed a joy to experience the beneficial effects of this.
Other speakers at our meeting included Fr. Gerard Byrne of the Glasgow Archdiocese. His subject was the current state of the Chant outside the monasteries. He spoke of his own experience, including in Rome, and looked at the many interventions of the Magisterium on the subject, dwelling especially on the phrase of Vatican II “actuosa participatio”. Jennifer Smith, professional singer and singing teacher gave a session of instruction which she called “Chanting on the breath of God”. Our own home team also gave talks: on teaching the Chant to novices, and on St. Benedict’s phrase, referring to the liturgy in Eastertide: “Alleluia without intermission” (Holy Rule 15:1).
When the majority of our Forum guests had departed, Jaan-Eik stayed on for some days to give more direct help to our own Choir. One tangible result of this was a reform in the way we interpret sung Psalmody! He also helped us launch another recording project: this time for a CD of Easter Chant.
Clearly the meeting was worthwhile and much appreciated by all participants. Plans are therefore already in place for another to be held next year, once again at Douai Abbey.
29 July 2010
Scholas in the South West
When I first created the Map of Scholas, the South West was a completely empty zone. Rather oddly the scholas I knew about all seemed to be in the middle of the country, keeping away from the East and West coasts.
But that has now changed, and I'm particularly pleased to advertise the existence of two schola in the South West singing at the Traditional Mass: one church-based one in Warminster, founded and directed by the Parish Priest, Fr Bede Rowe, and one peripatetic schola, in South Devon.
Fr Rowe's modest church of St George's in Warminster now has a Traditional Mass every Sunday evening; his (mixed) schola aims to sing at about quarterly intervals.
The South Devon Schola sings every Sunday, including at the monthly Sunday Traditional Mass at Buckfast. The great Abbey Church of Buckfast is the most remarkable example of neo-Gothic architecture, actually built on the foundations of a medieval Abbey church a century ago.
Neither has a website, but we can put readers in touch with them.
But that has now changed, and I'm particularly pleased to advertise the existence of two schola in the South West singing at the Traditional Mass: one church-based one in Warminster, founded and directed by the Parish Priest, Fr Bede Rowe, and one peripatetic schola, in South Devon.
Fr Rowe's modest church of St George's in Warminster now has a Traditional Mass every Sunday evening; his (mixed) schola aims to sing at about quarterly intervals.
The South Devon Schola sings every Sunday, including at the monthly Sunday Traditional Mass at Buckfast. The great Abbey Church of Buckfast is the most remarkable example of neo-Gothic architecture, actually built on the foundations of a medieval Abbey church a century ago.
Neither has a website, but we can put readers in touch with them.
26 July 2010
Ealing Chant Workshops
“To sing is to pray twice”
(St.Augustine of Hippo)
Gregorian Chant Workshops
Wednesdays 6.40pm-8pm
Starting up again September 8th
New Chapel, Ealing Abbey
Marchwood Cresc.London W5
contact:
Jennifer Smith, RCM
0777 625 74 72
je.ma.smith@care4free.net
No special qualifications needed, only to be able to sing in tune
And to love to sing
All welcome
(St.Augustine of Hippo)
Gregorian Chant Workshops
Wednesdays 6.40pm-8pm
Starting up again September 8th
New Chapel, Ealing Abbey
Marchwood Cresc.London W5
contact:
Jennifer Smith, RCM
0777 625 74 72
je.ma.smith@care4free.net
No special qualifications needed, only to be able to sing in tune
And to love to sing
All welcome
09 July 2010
Salmaire: Edinburgh Chant group
Before I started researching the Chant scene I had no idea such interesting things were going on. Having just blogged about a group at the Royal College of Music in London, here is a fascinating group in Edinburgh who I will add to the map as soon as I have a proper Internet connection!
Salmaire is a Gregorian chant study and performance group which meets every Wednesday evening at 7.30 in
St Patrick's
5, South Gray's Close
40 High Street
EDINBURGH EH1 1TQ
(This is just between the Cowgate and the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.)
Contact Alasdair Codona:
Tel 07511 201399
Contact: calumcille@yahoo.com
WEBSITE
Salmaire is a Gaelic term equivalent to the Greek ψαλτός: the word denotes one who sings ecclesiastical chant. The group learns various ancient styles of neumatic notation which are used to assign long and short durations to pitches. Chants are memorised rather than read from and musical notation is used ultimately as a reminder rather than a text to be followed in performance.
The repertoire is taught according to a 'syllabic beat' interpretation, as per other Christian chant traditions where the basic short note is half the durational value of the average syllable. Generally, proportional pitch durations are assigned to communal items to match the syllabic beat and rhythmic nuancing is mainly a solo preserve.
The singing style is Scottish and modern, rather than French and Romantic. The Gaelic harp is used to guide singing when learning chants. An ability to read music is not necessary to take part, nor is a beautiful voice. The tutor of the group is Alasdair Codona.
Salmaire is a Gregorian chant study and performance group which meets every Wednesday evening at 7.30 in
St Patrick's
5, South Gray's Close
40 High Street
EDINBURGH EH1 1TQ
(This is just between the Cowgate and the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.)
Contact Alasdair Codona:
Tel 07511 201399
Contact: calumcille@yahoo.com
WEBSITE
Salmaire is a Gaelic term equivalent to the Greek ψαλτός: the word denotes one who sings ecclesiastical chant. The group learns various ancient styles of neumatic notation which are used to assign long and short durations to pitches. Chants are memorised rather than read from and musical notation is used ultimately as a reminder rather than a text to be followed in performance.
The repertoire is taught according to a 'syllabic beat' interpretation, as per other Christian chant traditions where the basic short note is half the durational value of the average syllable. Generally, proportional pitch durations are assigned to communal items to match the syllabic beat and rhythmic nuancing is mainly a solo preserve.
The singing style is Scottish and modern, rather than French and Romantic. The Gaelic harp is used to guide singing when learning chants. An ability to read music is not necessary to take part, nor is a beautiful voice. The tutor of the group is Alasdair Codona.
30 June 2010
Now seven scholas inside the M25!
I have just added three more scholas to our list of affiliates and the map, by coincidence all of them are based in London. This brings the total in London to seven, which is very heartening.
The St Bede's Schola at Clapham Park and the Schola of the Knights' Chapel at St John's Wood (the chapel of the Order of Malta at the Hospital of SS John & Lizzie) have been on the map from the beginning; they were quickly joined by the LMS London Schola, an ad hoc group whose membership overlaps with the previous two but sings at Corpus Christi Maiden Lane and elswhere, and the choir of Our Lady of the Rosary, Blackfen, the church of Fr Tim Finigan.
I have just added St Mary's Latin Mass Choir, which boasts a website, and two very exciting initiatives of Jennifer Smith of the Royal College of Music. One is a Chant workshop at Ealing Abbey, whose participants form a schola for special occasions at the Abbey. The other is an official 'chamber group' at the RCM itself, which is working towards singing liturgically at nearby churches.
For more information on the Ealing Workshop please email Jennifer Smith: je.ma.smith@care4free.net
There are now 28 choirs and scholas on our map, which covers England, Wales and Scotland - including the Orkney Schola. I am waiting to hear back from two more groups in the South West who should bring the total to 30; if you have a group please let us know!
As with all the groups listed on this site, if their details aren't available on the web email us and we will forward the message to the organisers and put you in touch.
The St Bede's Schola at Clapham Park and the Schola of the Knights' Chapel at St John's Wood (the chapel of the Order of Malta at the Hospital of SS John & Lizzie) have been on the map from the beginning; they were quickly joined by the LMS London Schola, an ad hoc group whose membership overlaps with the previous two but sings at Corpus Christi Maiden Lane and elswhere, and the choir of Our Lady of the Rosary, Blackfen, the church of Fr Tim Finigan.
I have just added St Mary's Latin Mass Choir, which boasts a website, and two very exciting initiatives of Jennifer Smith of the Royal College of Music. One is a Chant workshop at Ealing Abbey, whose participants form a schola for special occasions at the Abbey. The other is an official 'chamber group' at the RCM itself, which is working towards singing liturgically at nearby churches.
For more information on the Ealing Workshop please email Jennifer Smith: je.ma.smith@care4free.net
There are now 28 choirs and scholas on our map, which covers England, Wales and Scotland - including the Orkney Schola. I am waiting to hear back from two more groups in the South West who should bring the total to 30; if you have a group please let us know!
As with all the groups listed on this site, if their details aren't available on the web email us and we will forward the message to the organisers and put you in touch.
More Canterbury Gregorian Music Society events!
EXTRA CHANT EVENTS – SUMMER 2010
‘The Angelus, the Ave and the Salve’ for St. Mildred
Saturday 24th July 11.30-12.30
Greyfriars, Stour Street, Canterbury
We have been asked to run the little service commemorating St. Mildred which we did last year. It is very short, beginning with the Angelus at the traditional midday hour. This event forms part of the Parish festivities celebrating St. Mildred close to her feast day. We will have a short practice at 11.30 at Greyfriars and then sing the service. It would be most helpful if you could let me know of your intention to come along, just so I bring sufficient copies and know I will not be singing solo.
COMPLINE
Friday 6th August and Saturday 7th August
University of Kent at Canterbury
9pm for 9.30pm
The World Community for Christian Meditation is holding its annual seminar in Canterbury this year at Kent University. They are keen for us to provide some appropriate music during their proceedings. They have asked us to sing Compline on the Friday and Saturday evenings of their seminar. This would be exactly the same chants as St. Anselm’s Compline which we did in the Cathedral last year. I will be running a workshop at 2-3pm on the afternoon of Friday 6th August for the Seminar participants who wish to learn the music. If anyone else wanted to join in this, I’m sure it would be possible. Other than that, we will have a quick reminder session at 9pm on the Friday and Saturday prior to the service. I have not yet got the exact location for the afternoon practice and the venue for the Compline itself. I’ll make sure I get that crucial information to those who express interest in coming along.
BOTH THESE EVENTS ARE FREE OF CHARGE
REPLY SLIP – EXTRA EVENTS (for planning purposes)
Name…………………………. email……………………………… phone…………………
Address…………………………………………………………………………………………….
Angelus □ Compline 6th August □ Compline 7th August □
email: h.nattrass@sir-robert-mcalpine.com
CGMS, 19 St. Peter’s Grove, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2DH
As our Committee Members, including me, are away for various holidays during July, you might experience a small delay in reply to postal or email communications.
Helen Nattrass
MUSIC SOCIETY
Chairman: Tim le Lean: 07973 484 220
Music/events: Helen Nattrass: 07803 612556
Canterbury Gregorian Music Society event
ALLELUIAS AND GOSPEL ACCLAMATIONS
Gregorian Chant and Afternoon Tea
Saturday 31st July 2010 13.30 – 18.00
At St. Mildred’s Priory, Minster
This will be our third visit to the Benedictine Community at Minster. Our afternoon will consist of a talk and two workshops separated by a nice afternoon tea. Mother Nikola will start the proceedings with a brief talk about the form and use of the Alleluia and Gospel Acclamation. For the first singing session we will be in one group and we will sing through simple versions of Alleluias and Gospel Acclamations, both in Latin and English. After our tea, the group will split into two. One group will be able to explore some of the more elaborate Alleluias and Gospel Acclamations. This will probably appeal to those with some experience of singing chant. The other group will rehearse selected passages to join in Vespers with the Community at 17.30. This group will be geared towards less-experienced people or beginners.
Cost £5 members, £10.00 non-members – includes music and afternoon tea.
For the avoidance of doubt, on this particular Saturday, Vespers is at 17.30 not the usual 18.00.
Timetable:
| 13.30 – 14.00 | Arrival and registration |
| 14.00 – 14.30 | Talk by Mother Nikola: Introduction to Gospel Acclamations |
| 14.30 – 15.30 | Workshop Session 1: Singing simple Alleluias and Gospel Acclamations in Latin and English |
| 15.30 – 16.15 | Afternoon Tea and an opportunity to look round |
| 16.15 – 17.15 | Workshop Session 2: Group 1: Singing more elaborate Gospel Acclamations Group 2: Practice for singing selected passages of Vespers with the Community at 17.30 Vespers Service |
| 17.15 | Go over to chapel |
| 17.30-18.00 | Vespers |
REPLY SLIP - VESPERS AT MINSTER. To reserve a place please return this form (with payment) to the address below before 23rd July.
Name…………………………. email……………………………… phone…………………
Address…………………………………………………………………………………………….
Session 2 preference (to help us plan): Acclamations □ Vespers Practice □
Cheques (for the sum of £5 for members or £10 for non-members) should be made out to CGMS and returned with this slip to:
CGMS, 19 St. Peter’s Grove, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2DH
MUSIC SOCIETY
Chairman: Tim le Lean: 07973 484 220
Music/events: Helen Nattrass: 07803 612556
24 June 2010
Forthcoming Chant Training events led by Nick Gale
Contact: info@gregorianchant.org.uk
Saturday 26 June 2010: Lancaster Cathedral, Chant Workshop (General chant workshop and preparation for Usus Antiquior Mass)
Saturday 17 July 2010: Shrewsbury Cathedral, Chant Workshop (General chant workshop)
4 September 2010: Our Layde and St Michael’s Parish Centre, Abergavenny. www.olsm.org.uk
Saturday 16 October 2010, Our Lady of Lourdes, Wanstead: RSCM Chant Day (RC Diocese of Brentwood and Anglican Diocese of Chelmsford), (Gregorian Chant for Advent and Christmas).
There are two more workshops at Our Lady and St Peter, Leatherhead scheduled for the autumn and spring, one for clergy and one for laity – dates are yet to be confirmed.
See http://gregorianchant.org.uk/forthcoming/forthcoming.shtml
Saturday 26 June 2010: Lancaster Cathedral, Chant Workshop (General chant workshop and preparation for Usus Antiquior Mass)
Saturday 17 July 2010: Shrewsbury Cathedral, Chant Workshop (General chant workshop)
4 September 2010: Our Layde and St Michael’s Parish Centre, Abergavenny. www.olsm.org.uk
Saturday 16 October 2010, Our Lady of Lourdes, Wanstead: RSCM Chant Day (RC Diocese of Brentwood and Anglican Diocese of Chelmsford), (Gregorian Chant for Advent and Christmas).
There are two more workshops at Our Lady and St Peter, Leatherhead scheduled for the autumn and spring, one for clergy and one for laity – dates are yet to be confirmed.
See http://gregorianchant.org.uk/forthcoming/forthcoming.shtml
19 June 2010
GCN Course at Portsmough a triumph
On Saturday 12 June 2010, a group of 50 people participated in a Gregorian Chant Workshop in St John’s Cathedral Portsmouth. The aim of the Workshop was to give a practical introduction to the Chant for those with little or no experience, as well as helping those with some ability to develop their skills at singing the Chant.
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‘It was a terrific turnout,’ said organiser Neville McNally. ‘Far more people enrolled than we imagined. There was a wide range of ages too, from 11 years to 80.’ Some people had travelled great distances and had set out at 5am in order to catch trains to Portsmouth. A lady called Rose from Devon, who considered herself to be a complete beginner, said that the day was a superb experience and hopes that another Workshop will be organised soon.
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The instruction was provided by 2 inspirational teachers and experienced practitioners of the Chant, Dom Cuthbert Brogan OSB, Abbot of St Michael’s Abbey Farnborough, and Christopher Hodkinson, a musicologist from Cambridge and a Director of the Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge.
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The day concluded with Vespers and Benediction which were sung in the Cathedral by all those who had participated in the workshop.
The event was organised in association with the Gregorian Chant Network by members of a male-voice chant choir called the Schola Gregoriana Sancti Nicolai which is based in Portsmouth.
Anyone interested in finding out about future Workshops, please email chantnetwork@gmail.com or telephone 023 92862384
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‘It was a terrific turnout,’ said organiser Neville McNally. ‘Far more people enrolled than we imagined. There was a wide range of ages too, from 11 years to 80.’ Some people had travelled great distances and had set out at 5am in order to catch trains to Portsmouth. A lady called Rose from Devon, who considered herself to be a complete beginner, said that the day was a superb experience and hopes that another Workshop will be organised soon.
The instruction was provided by 2 inspirational teachers and experienced practitioners of the Chant, Dom Cuthbert Brogan OSB, Abbot of St Michael’s Abbey Farnborough, and Christopher Hodkinson, a musicologist from Cambridge and a Director of the Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge.
The day concluded with Vespers and Benediction which were sung in the Cathedral by all those who had participated in the workshop.
The event was organised in association with the Gregorian Chant Network by members of a male-voice chant choir called the Schola Gregoriana Sancti Nicolai which is based in Portsmouth.
Anyone interested in finding out about future Workshops, please email chantnetwork@gmail.com or telephone 023 92862384
20 May 2010
Hispanic Chant performance
The Plainsong and Medieval Music Society is forwarding information about this event.
Old Hispanic Chant
Lecture Recital
The Institute of Musical Research in association with
the University of Bristol and the University of Colorado at Boulder
Emma Hornby and Rebecca Maloy
with the
Schola Cantorum of the University of Bristol
Tuesday 25 May 2010
at 6pm
Large Common Room, London House, Goodenough College, Mecklenburgh Square, WC1
Free of charge.
Advance booking via valerie.james@sas.ac.uk essential.
A John Coffin Trust event
Lecture Recital
The Institute of Musical Research in association with
the University of Bristol and the University of Colorado at Boulder
Emma Hornby and Rebecca Maloy
with the
Schola Cantorum of the University of Bristol
Tuesday 25 May 2010
at 6pm
Large Common Room, London House, Goodenough College, Mecklenburgh Square, WC1
Free of charge.
Advance booking via valerie.james@sas.ac.uk essential.
A John Coffin Trust event
28 April 2010
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