Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the oldest European liturgical music, which also represents the beginning of Western music history. Throughout the program, students will explore the “Cantus proprius” of the Roman liturgy as defined by the Second Vatican Council (SC 116).
Students will study the oldest musical sources from the 9th to 11th centuries, focusing on Gregorian semiology, and will examine both international and local repertoire from late medieval to modern periods. This prepares students to apply their knowledge practically in liturgical contexts as well as in concert settings.
The program is designed to help students develop artistic, practical, and academic skills, equipping them for varied professional applications.
The Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music awards the baccalaureate (3 years), the licentiate (2 years), and the doctorate in Gregorian Chant (3 years).
