Escolania de Montserrat Escolania de Montserrat The Escolania de Montserrat, or simply the Escolania () is a boys' choir of sopranos and altos based at the Benedictine abbey Santa Maria de Montserrat near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. When the repertory requires it, they are accompanied by the Montserrat Chapel Choir, composed of old choirboys and the monks of the Ministry Chapel Choir. The Escolania of Montserrat, which belongs to the Monastery of Montserrat, is one of the oldest boys choirs in Europe. Records show that the Escolania has existed as a religious and musical institution since the 14th century. It is composed of more
LGBT rights in Montserrat the order, the law was passed retrospectively. There are two exceptions to the law: group sex and sex in public remain criminal offences and may also lead to charges under gross indecency and other minor sexual offence laws. As a British Overseas Territory, Montserrat is required to comply with its obligations under international human rights instruments. Specifically, this includes an adherence to the European Convention on Human Rights, which highlights a responsibility to ensure non-discrimination and equality. Same-sex marriage and civil unions are not legal in Montserrat. Article 10(1) of the Constitution reads: Article 16 of the Montserrat Constitution and