Word: hellauer
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Gregorian seems to have a trancelike effect on its fans. The Anonymous 4 is a New York City-based quartet of women who have developed a cult following for their authentic performances of Gregorian chant and other medieval music. Susan Hellauer, a member of the group, says, "The most common single comment we get from audiences is that they were 'transported.' " There is a certain irony here. Chant was composed to serve and honor spiritual texts, but it seems unlikely that its new fans are paying much heed to the Latin words. After all, would they really be out there...
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