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My purpose is to provide a forum where the experience of sacred music can be felt, heard, and participated in by all, regardless of the ability to read music. WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE: During
this time of relaxed music-making everyone will
have the opportunity to learn two sacred songs by
the 12th century abbess Hildegard von Bingen. Music
is taught by 'call and response' method, repeating
phrases until they are learned. Musical scores in
the 'Gregorian style' of chant notation will also
be provided. Music reading skills are helpful but
not necessary. This
is an experiential time in which everyone can
participate. Even those who believe they have
limited range or ability can join in on 'drone'
tones to provide harmonic accompaniment. No
previous musical skills are necessary. Those
present will learn about the historical background
of Hildgard's music and have a familiarity with
chant notation by the end of the
workshop. Norma
Gentile
is a professional singer and choral conductor who
has recorded four CD's of chant by Hildegard von
Bingen: Meditation
Chants,
Healing
Chants,
Songs
of Spirit,
and
Unfurling
Love's Creation |