Funeral liturgy chants
The choir Cantica has sung at about twenty funeral Masses. These are the chants that Cantica can perform at funeral services.
Ordinarium: Kyriale XVIII in feriis Adventus et Quadragesimae et ad Missam pro defunctis
| Introit: Requiem aeternam |
| Kyrie: Kyrie XVIII B ad Missam pro defunctis |
| Hymn Victimae paschali laudes |
| Psalm and Hymn at Offertory: Ps. L Miserere mei, Deus Dies Irae Rorate coeli desuper Pie Iesu Iesu salvator mundi |
| Offertory: Domine Iesu Christe Ave Maria... et benedictus |
| Sanctus: Sanctus XVIII |
| After consecration: Mysterium fidei |
| The Lord's Prayer: Pater Noster A |
| Agnus Dei: Agnus Dei XVIII |
| During Communion: Ubi caritas Ave Maria... et benedictus |
| Communio: Lux aeterna |
| At bier: Ego sum resurrectio In paradisum |
Gregorian chant and Liturgy
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Cantica, choro gregoriano foederationis Houthulst, genito anno domini MIM,
pulchritudine...”
“Gregorian music is a universal chant, unique of its kind, that we all want to foster because of
its historical significance. It is a musical style that provides a refuge from the strong influence of
metrical rhythms of contemporary music. The latter is...”
“Moments of Gregorian music cause a break and provide a piece of balance between our spiritual
part and the busy routine of every day. I would even dare to say, balance between the inner and outer side of ourselves.
The unity of word, text, music and liturgy appeals to...”