Instruction/History

An Overview of Gregorian ChantAn Overview of Gregorian Chant
Dom Cardine sums up the origin, decline and restoration of the chant, and challenges researchers to continue his work.
Etudes Grégorienne - Vol. XIXEtudes Grégorienne - Vol. XIX
by: Monks of Solesmes
Etudes Grégorienne - Vol. XXIIEtudes Grégorienne - Vol. XXII
by: Monks of Solesmes
Gregorian SemiologyGregorian Semiology
by: Monks of Solesmes
An English translation by Robert M. Fowells of Dom Cardine's major treatise on reading and interpreting early chant notation.
Histoire De La Restauration Du Chant GregorienHistoire De La Restauration Du Chant Gregorien
by: Monks of Solesmes
(in French) The story of the restoration of chant through the efforts of the Monks at Solesmes. The author, Dom Pierre Combe, is himself a Monk at Solesmes.
Les Plus Belles Mélodies GrégoriennesLes Plus Belles Mélodies Grégoriennes
by: Monks of Solesmes
A newly edited book by Dom Jean Claire of the commentaries by Dom Gajard on the aesthetic and spiritual character of chants for various seasons of the church year.
Reflections on the Spirituality of Gregorian Chant
A riveting work reflecting on the characteristics of Gregorian chant that have attracted the attention of so many.
Solesmes and Dom GuérangerSolesmes and Dom Guéranger
Today's liturgical renewal owes a great debt to Dom Guéranger, who not only refounded the Abbey of St. Peter of Solesmes, but guided the spiritual growth that led to his monks' renowned scholarship.
Vue D'ensemble Sur Le Chant GrégorienVue D'ensemble Sur Le Chant Grégorien
by: Monks of Solesmes
Overview of Gregorian Chant in French.
Esthétique Grégorienne
by: Monks of Solesmes
Chant Made Simple - Second EditionChant Made Simple - Second Edition
A handbook for the resurgence of Gregorian chant