Cantus

• Cantus is a virtual instrument featuring the Real Gregorian Choir, designed for creating liturgical music.
• It offers a unique sonic character suitable for various musical productions.
• The library is developed by Eduardo Tarilonte, known for his focus on atmospheric soundscapes.

Product Overview

Cantus offers a virtual representation of a Gregorian choir, capturing the essence of liturgical music from the Middle Ages. This library is designed for creating realistic choral melodies, making it suitable for film scores, documentaries, and ambient music.

Details

The library features a real Gregorian Monk Ensemble, recorded in a dry environment to allow for flexible reverb application. It includes five true legato vowels (a, e, i, o, u) and a unique Mmmh articulation, all accessible through a powerful Phrase-Arranger. This tool combines 24 words and syllables, enabling composers to craft intricate vocal lines without relying on pre-recorded phrases.

With a total of 6,000 samples at 44kHz and 24-bit depth, Cantus provides a rich sound palette, including 20 Gregorian chants divided into 400 phrases. The intimate timbre retains vocal nuances, allowing for expressive performances. The library's design emphasizes ease of use, making it a valuable resource for composers seeking to evoke the spiritual and atmospheric qualities of Gregorian music.