What is another word for canto fermo?
Pronunciation: [kˈantə͡ʊ fˈɜːmə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Canto fermo, meaning "fixed song" in Italian, is a style of vocal music characterized by a single melody line with no variations. It was commonly used in religious music during the medieval and Renaissance periods. Synonyms for canto fermo include plainchant, plainsong, and Gregorian chant. Plainchant refers to the unadorned melody of canto fermo, while plainsong refers to the same melody set to liturgical text. Gregorian chant specifically refers to the chants used in the Roman Catholic Church, which were codified by Pope Gregory I. Today, canto fermo is still studied and performed by scholars and musicians interested in early music.
