“The Times” mentions CCW
We were mentioned in article in an article by “The Times” (United Kingdom), as you can see here.
Archives for February 2023
An Interview on Mocquereau’s Method
I recently appeared on Square Notes, the Sacred Music Podcast to discuss some of the basics of Dom Mocquereau’s system of Gregorian rhythm. It’s impossible to give a full treatment to such a complex topic in a mere forty minutes, but I touched on a lot of the foundational ideas, with especial emphasis on the […]
Do We Need a Beautiful Cento, or an Archaic Reversion?
The Vatican Edition, as well as St. Gregory’s work were both a Cento built on tradition to unify the Church. Semiological editions are archaic reversions. A close look at the Puer Natus Est in both forms is offered.
Eleven (11) Rare Lenten Hymns You’ve Not Sung!
“Our hymnbooks know nothing of such a treasure as this, and give us pages of poor sentiment in doggerel lines by some tenth-rate modern versifier.” —Father Fortescue
Roche’s Rescript • “Canonically Binding? Yes or No?”
What bishops need to know!
Has this all been our fault?
It seems to me that our responsibility of teaching the Faith through music is much more serious than is commonly perceived.
New Album from the Boys of Saint Paul’s Choir School
NEW CD from the Saint Paul’s Choir School, Harvard Square with the Sophia Music Group label
Marier’s Majestic Music • In Singapore?
“One person I spoke to frequently—although I never met him…” (?)
My Wish for Each of You
If we destroy our mental health, we will be no good to anybody.
Lenten Reflection: Can We Enjoy What Lies Ahead?
Let St. Augustine’s wisdom guide you through the most important season for Church musicians.
PDF Download • “Quinquagesima Sunday” Organ Accompaniment Booklet (25 pages)
The word “Alleluia” changes to: “Praise be to Thee, O Lord, King of eternal glory.”
Jeff’s Attempt At Singing
I’m much more comfortable in a baritone’s range than a soprano’s range!
Three-Voice Piece You’ll Love!
To help my volunteer choir members learn, I have attempted to record all the vocal parts for Justorum Animae, composed for SOPRANO, ALTO, and BASS. It’s from a brilliant collection by Kevin Allen called Matri Divinae Gratiae. You can hear my attempt by visiting this website and scrolling down to “Justorum Animæ.” My singers really […]
Pray (At Least) As Much As You Practice
If an hour at the keyboard is an hour well-spent, how much more an hour of silent prayer before Our Lord present in the Most Blessed Sacrament? If fifteen minutes of score study is a productive use of my time, how much more a daily rosary for the intentions of my family and friends?
Father Peter Van Lieshout • “Homily on Sacred Music”
We would like to learn more about this priest!