Concert: Schola Musicorum
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 9:00–10:00 PM
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- DescriptionSchola Musicorum, an early vocal music vocal ensemble, presents Gregorian chant from medieval manuscripts, early polyphony, and early organ works.
For tickets, call 574-631-2800 or visit performingarts.nd.edu.
Originally published at music.nd.edu. - Websitehttps://events.nd.edu/events/2024/10/15/schola-musicorum-2/
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