Benedictine chant

Benedictine chant refers to a style of liturgical music associated with the Benedictine monastic tradition, rooted in the teachings of Saint Benedict. It features plainchant, a form of unaccompanied, free-flowing vocal music characterized by a single melodic line sung in Latin. These chants are part of the daily prayers and services (Liturgy of the Hours) observed by monks, designed to enhance spiritual reflection and worship. The melodies often vary in mood and structure, reflecting the solemnity of the texts, which include psalms, hymns, and other scriptural readings. This ancient practice continues to be significant in various Christian settings today.