After listening to early Medieval Monophonic music how does it make you feel emotionally

Emotional Response to Early Medieval Monophonic Music

Medieval music refers to Western musical compositions of the 6th to 15th Century which corresponded to the Middle Ages. The music composed during this era was both sacred and secular.  Sacred music comprised chants sung by Christian monks in monasteries. Examples of these chants were Mozarabic and Gregorian Chants (Caldwell, 2019). I listened to both music and appreciated the serenity inherent in these chants. The monks usually recited these chants during mass. After listening to this music, I felt relaxed due to the monophony and consistency in tone.

 After listening to the Gregorian chant for more than thirty minutes (Meditative Mind, 2016), I felt immersed in a state of utmost serenity as I focused on the static tone of the music. At the end of the chant, I felt an overwhelming spiritual connection with the monks’ way of life, which made me understand their high calling to service. I acknowledged their dedication to this calling and the vast amount of time they spent serving the church. The harmony of their voices depicted their unity of purpose, a factor that precipitated a deep respect for these men. In sum, early medieval monophonic music has the potential to elicit a variety of feelings. The critical consideration of the performers and their social background can prompt further emotions such as happiness and spiritual reverence.