Composer

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Gregorian Chant

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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2:22

"In diebus illis mulier" is a Gregorian chant that was composed during the medieval period. The exact date of its composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written sometime between the 8th and 12th centuries. The chant is often performed during the liturgical season of Lent and is associated with the story of the woman caught in adultery, as recounted in the Gospel of John. The chant is typically performed in a single movement and is characterized by its simple, yet haunting melody. It is sung in Latin and features a monophonic texture, meaning that there is only one melodic line. The chant is also notable for its use of a neumatic notation system, which uses symbols to indicate groups of notes rather than individual pitches. The text of "In diebus illis mulier" tells the story of the woman caught in adultery, who is brought before Jesus by a group of Pharisees. The Pharisees ask Jesus if they should stone the woman, as was the punishment for adultery under Jewish law. Jesus responds by saying, "Let he who is without sin cast the first stone." The Pharisees then leave, and Jesus tells the woman to go and sin no more. The chant is often performed in a solemn and contemplative manner, reflecting the somber nature of the story it recounts. It is typically sung by a choir or soloist, accompanied only by the sound of the human voice. The simplicity of the melody and the use of neumatic notation give the chant a timeless quality, making it a beloved piece of music that has endured for centuries.

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