schola
/ˈskɔlə/ or /ˈskɒlə/Definitions
1. noun
A school or place of learning, especially in ancient Rome.
“The Roman schola was a place where young men could learn and socialize.”
2. noun
A group of musicians or singers in early Christian church music, especially in Gregorian chant.
“The schola sang the chant during the Catholic Mass.”
3. noun
A group of singers in medieval polyphony.
“The schola performed a beautiful rendition of the medieval hymn.”