Ancient French Melody
Arr. by N. A. M.

Maestoso

Christus vincit, Christus regnat, Christus imperat.

This melody dates from the year 1080. It was sung at the closing of the Council called by order of William the Conqueror. Gregory VII was Pope and Philip I King of France. To this day, in the Cathedral of Rouen it is customary to render this chant on all solemn Pontifical feasts.

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