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Choral

 

Cantori Gregoriani is a classical music group that specializes in performing Gregorian chant. The group was founded in 1956 by Monsignor Domenico Bartolucci, who was the director of the Sistine Chapel Choir at the time. The group is based in Rome, Italy, and has gained international recognition for their performances of Gregorian chant. The group's name, Cantori Gregoriani, translates to "Gregorian Singers" in English. The group is made up of male singers who specialize in singing Gregorian chant, which is a form of plainchant that was developed in the medieval period. Gregorian chant is characterized by its monophonic texture, which means that there is only one melody line sung at a time. The melodies are often sung in Latin and are based on the liturgical texts of the Catholic Church. Cantori Gregoriani has performed in many prestigious venues around the world, including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums in Rome. They have also performed in other countries, such as the United States, Canada, and Japan. The group has gained a reputation for their precise and expressive performances of Gregorian chant. One of the highlights of Cantori Gregoriani's career was their performance at the funeral of Pope John Paul II in 2005. The group performed the Gregorian chant Requiem aeternam, which is a traditional chant for the dead. The performance was broadcast live around the world and was watched by millions of people. Cantori Gregoriani has also received many awards and honors for their contributions to the world of classical music. In 2008, they were awarded the Premio Abbiati, which is one of the most prestigious awards for classical music in Italy. The award recognized the group's excellence in performing Gregorian chant and their contribution to the preservation of this ancient musical tradition. In addition to their performances, Cantori Gregoriani has also recorded many albums of Gregorian chant. Their recordings have been praised for their clarity and beauty, and have been used in many liturgical settings around the world. Some of their most popular recordings include Gregorian Chant for the Liturgical Year, Gregorian Chant for the Feast of the Assumption, and Gregorian Chant for the Feast of All Saints. Cantori Gregoriani has also collaborated with other musicians and artists over the years. They have worked with composers such as Ennio Morricone and Arvo Pärt, and have performed with orchestras such as the Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia. They have also collaborated with visual artists, such as the Italian painter and sculptor Arnaldo Pomodoro, to create multimedia performances that combine music and art. Despite the many accolades and achievements of Cantori Gregoriani, the group remains dedicated to their mission of preserving and promoting the tradition of Gregorian chant. They continue to perform and record this ancient music, and to share it with audiences around the world. Their commitment to this musical tradition has made them one of the most respected and beloved classical music groups in the world.

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