Composer

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Ambrosian Chant

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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3:23

Antiphonae post Evangelium is a collection of antiphons composed by Ambrosian Chant. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written in the 4th century. The antiphons were originally used in the liturgy of the Ambrosian Rite, which is still used in Milan and some surrounding areas. The Antiphonae post Evangelium consists of six antiphons, each of which is sung after the reading of the Gospel during the Mass. The antiphons are: 1. "Gloria tibi, Domine" - This antiphon is sung after the Gospel reading and is a prayer of thanksgiving to God for the gift of the Gospel. 2. "Credo in unum Deum" - This antiphon is a statement of faith in one God and is sung after the Gospel reading. 3. "Alleluia" - This antiphon is a joyful expression of praise and is sung after the Gospel reading. 4. "Laus tibi, Christe" - This antiphon is a prayer of praise to Christ and is sung after the Gospel reading. 5. "Tu es Petrus" - This antiphon is a reference to the Gospel reading in which Jesus declares Peter to be the rock upon which he will build his Church. 6. "Benedictus" - This antiphon is a reference to the Gospel reading in which Zechariah praises God for the birth of his son, John the Baptist. The characteristics of the Antiphonae post Evangelium are typical of Ambrosian Chant. The melodies are simple and chant-like, with a focus on the text and its meaning. The antiphons are sung in unison, without harmony or instrumental accompaniment. The style is more restrained than Gregorian Chant, with a greater emphasis on the text and its meaning. The Antiphonae post Evangelium is still used in the Ambrosian Rite today, and is an important part of the liturgy in Milan and surrounding areas. The antiphons are a beautiful expression of faith and a reminder of the importance of the Gospel in the life of the Church.

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