The Essential Gregorian Chant Collection (CD)

Details: This new release is a collection of ethereal and passionate Gregorian chants performed by Gloriae Dei Cantores Schola. The ensemble is made up of women and men who live in the Benedictine tradition and dedicate themselves to the study and performance of Gregorian chant. The three disc set includes The Chants of Mary, The Chants of Angels, and The Chants of the Holy Spirit. Each album is accompanied by full-color art booklets which give full texts and informative historical context to each chant. 'The voices on this recording infiltrate the room, flooding it with an inescapable beauty that envelops the ears and transports the senses.' (Audiophile Audition) 'One can hear the evident love and devotion in every breath taken in this astoundingly beautiful music.' (Audiophile Audition)