Psalm Tones Beyond A Doubt
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Archives for May 2017
The Sequences as Popular Works of Liturgical Creativity
A new article on the Sequences of the Roman Rite in the “Adoremus Bulletin”
Pastorally Imperative: They are all we have.
To sing in prayer and with joy is pastorally imperative for they are all we have.
Horrible Hymn Rhymes
“Anyone who sought thee, or made to thee his moan…”
Josquin Desprez • A Marian Masterpiece
Josquin surely belongs in the pantheon of history’s most important composers.
Promo Video • Upcoming FSSP Ordinations
Seven men will be ordained to the Sacred Priesthood for the FSSP in North America on 26 May 2017.
Rehearsal Videos • “Sanctus & Hosanna” (Guerrero)
Once upon a time, Catholic composers were trained from birth in a special art of musical composition…
An Unpleasant Task
I realize it is hard, but perhaps this is the balance we are called to live—truth in charity.
Antiphon Journal Expands Its Archives
Recent issues now available for preview through Project MUSE.
New Compositions Worthy Of Your Attention
A new Mass by Michael Duryea and two short works by Thomas J. Mosser.
Women Who Wear The Mantilla In Church
“At times, it’s hard because I feel as if I’m the only one in church wearing one.” —Crystalina Evert
Archbishop Sheen on Liturgy & Plainchant Choirs
“Sisters in pants distribute communion, while priests sit idle in the sanctuary. This ‘option’ results from a decay of the reverence for the Lord’s Presence.” —Fulton J. Sheen (1976)
Rehearsal Videos • “Ave Sacer Christi Sanguis”
Precious few modern masterpieces exist…but this motet by Kevin Allen is one.
Rehearsal Videos • Guerrero “Agnus Dei” (SSATB)
Do you understand why I only apologize once—and not twice—for the Soprano line?
Recruiting and Auditioning Choristers
The audition itself is very straight forward and usually takes about 10 minutes, although I know within the first minute if I plan to accept the child into the choir.
EWTN Video • Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter
Two members talk about their new CD, “Requiem.”
Podcast on Sacred Music
An interview with the blog, “Seminarian Casual”
Ten “Ave Maria” Settings from Different Lands
Live recordings—music in honor of Our Lady of Fatima.
Church Musicians are called to be Good Shepherds
Not only priests, church musicians are also called to be good shepherds after the example of Christ.
May Is Dedicated To Mary
“Prior to the singing of each hymn, a brief background of its history and significance in Catholic devotional life will be presented by Peter Meggison.”
Musical Resources • 4th Sunday after Easter (1962)
“…He shall not speak of Himself; but what things soever He shall hear, He shall speak…”
Guerrero’s Gloria from “Missa Iste Sanctus”
Why Do We Produce Rehearsal Videos? And what made more than 600 people show up for Santa Barbara’s first Latin Mass in fifty years?
Fota X Conference (and other Summer Opportunities)
Summer 2017 looks to be a blockbuster period for sacred music activity.
Fulton J. Sheen • World’s Most Progressive Bishop?
Sheen replied: “Mr. President, I’m not the least bit impressed with your source.”
Why the Pipe Organ?
Why is the pipe organ to be held in high esteem?