Gregorian chants encompass a wide repertoire of sacred music, with each chant serving a

specific purpose within the liturgy of the Roman Catholic Church. Here are a few examples of
well-known Gregorian chants:
1. **Kyrie Eleison**: This chant is part of the "Ordinary of the Mass" and is used during the
Penitential Act at the beginning of the Mass. It is a plea for mercy and forgiveness.
[Listen to Kyrie Eleison](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xzx4JpGbS1E)
2. **Gloria in Excelsis Deo**: Also part of the "Ordinary of the Mass," the "Gloria" is a hymn of
praise to God, often sung on festive occasions.
[Listen to Gloria in Excelsis Deo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIRJD2GlrZk)
3. **Ave Maria**: The "Ave Maria" chant is a prayer to the Virgin Mary, based on the
Annunciation, when the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to Jesus.
[Listen to Ave Maria](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1bxR0F5S0E)
4. **Dies Irae**: This chant is part of the Requiem Mass and focuses on the Day of Judgment. It
is a dramatic and intense chant that reflects on the fear and awe of the Last Judgment.
[Listen to Dies Irae](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDFFHaz9GsY)
5. **Salve Regina**: The "Salve Regina" is a Marian hymn and one of the most well-known
chants dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It is often sung at the end of Compline, one of the hours of
the Divine Office.
[Listen to Salve Regina](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_fsNf9xv9E)
6. **Veni Creator Spiritus**: This chant is an invocation to the Holy Spirit and is often used in the
celebration of Pentecost and other occasions when the presence of the Holy Spirit is invoked.
[Listen to Veni Creator Spiritus](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDt-PIDM6Mo)
7. **Tantum Ergo**: This chant is often sung during Eucharistic adoration, particularly during the
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. It praises the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
[Listen to Tantum Ergo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlwjoXKDXzE)
These examples represent only a small fraction of the vast Gregorian chant repertoire.
Gregorian chants are characterized by their timeless and contemplative qualities, making them
an integral part of liturgical music in the Roman Catholic Church and a source of inspiration for
musicians and composers throughout history.