The Liber Usualis: The Complete Chant Book of the Traditional Latin Liturgy

The Liber Usualis is the definitive source for celebrating the Divine Office and the Mass according to the traditional Latin rite. We offer two versions of this essential resource for clergy, monks, nuns, choirs, and anyone interested in Latin chant.

What is the Liber Usualis?

Originally published in 1912 by the monks of Solesmes Abbey, the Liber Usualis stands as the most comprehensive collection of liturgical music and ceremonies for the traditional Latin rite. Also known as the "Solesmes Abbey Chant Book," it contains everything needed to celebrate the liturgy throughout the entire year, from daily prayers to special feast days and Holy Week.

1962 and Pre-1955 Editions

We offer both the 1962 edition of the Liber Usualis and a pre-1955 edition. The 1962 edition (published by Preserving Christian Publications) reflects Holy Week changes made in 1962. The pre-1955 version (published by St. Bonaventure Publications in , however, includes the traditional observances of Holy Week.

Whichever version you choose, the Liber Usualis offers:

• Gregorian chants for the proper of the Mass
• Gregorian chants for the common parts of Divine Office
• A collection of ancient Latin hymns
• Various Kyriale modes
• Litanies
• The Ordo Missae
• Important rubrical notes
• A general index
• Alphabetical indexes for the various parts of the propers, antiphons, psalms, canticles, hymns, and more
• And more!