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Square Notes: The Sacred Music Podcast
SE06 EP03 - Marian Chant: The Music of Lady Masses - with Dr. William Mahrt
Feb 27, 2024
Explore the significance of Lady Masses and Marian votive Masses in Catholic liturgy. Delve into the complexity of Gloria text with Trinitarian aspects and Marian tropes. Learn about the evolution of polyphonic music influenced by Marian chants in liturgical worship.
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- The Lady Mass at Salisbury Cathedral was a significant tradition dedicated to Mary, showcasing elaborate rituals and personnel.
- The daily Lady Mass practice in medieval cathedrals like Salisbury influenced the development of polyphonic music.
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The Practice of the Lady Mass in Medieval Cathedrals
The Lady Mass, a Marian mass celebrated in cathedral lady chapels, was a significant tradition in medieval churches. At Salisbury Cathedral, the Lady Mass, or Marian votive mass, was held daily, except on Good Friday and Holy Saturday. This mass was considered a votive mass, dedicated to Mary, with specific texts used. The Lady Mass involved priests, a deacon, a subdeacon, an acolyte, singers, and various ceremonies, emphasizing its solemnity and detailed structure.
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