About Ethiopian chant
Ethiopian chant is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of Christian hymn and chant.
From Wikipedia
Ethiopian liturgical chant, or Zema, is a form of Christian liturgical chant practiced by the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. The related musical notation is known as melekket. The tradition began after the sixth century and is traditionally identified with Saint Yared. Through history, the Ethiopian liturgical chants have undergone an evolution similar to that of European liturgical chants.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Ethiopian chant.
- ↑ Christian hymn
- ↑ chant
Related genres
Kontakion
music genre
Canticle
Christian song of praise with lyrics from biblical or holy texts other
Armenian chant
music genre
Leise
genre of medieval church songs
Advent song
seasonal Christian hymn intended for Advent
Recessional hymn
hymn placed at the end of a Catholic or Anglican church service
Lutheran hymn
Christian hymn used in Lutheran services
Hymn concertato
genre of hymn arrangement for choir
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethiopian chant?
Ethiopian chant is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of Christian hymn and chant.