How medieval manuscripts transformed sacred text into ethereal sound
In short: This performance and lecture explores the intersection of medieval musical notation, ritual, and illumination. Experience Gregorian chants performed by students from the Schola Cantorum as they bring the Met's collection of illuminated choir book pages to life.
The presentation, led by Mannes College instructor Richard Porterfield, examines how medieval musical notation related to text and ritual. Through a performance of Gregorian chants, the session demonstrates the connection between the visual artistry of illuminated choir book pages and the auditory experience of sacred music.
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