About Antiphon
Antiphon is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of refrain, call and response and chant.
Antiphon has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Marian antiphon.
From Wikipedia
An antiphon (Greek ἀντίφωνον, ἀντί "opposite" and φωνή "voice") is a short chant in Christian ritual, sung as a refrain. The texts of antiphons are usually taken from the Psalms or Scripture, but may also be freely composed. Their form was favored by St. Ambrose and they feature prominently in Ambrosian chant, but they are used widely in Gregorian chant as well. They may be used during Mass, for the Introit, the Offertory or the Communion. They may also be used in the Liturgy of the Hours, typically for Lauds or Vespers.
They should not be confused with Marian antiphons or processional antiphons.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Antiphon.
- ↑ refrain
- ↑ call and response
- ↑ chant
- ↓ Marian antiphon
Frequently asked questions
What is Antiphon?
Antiphon is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of refrain, call and response and chant.