Important Quote by a Church Musician
My friend is a highly-placed musician at the Vatican.
Archives for October 2025
Fulton J. Sheen Played The Pipe Organ!
Sheen would occasionally display his skill on the organ to his friends.
“Music List” • 28th in Ordinary Time (Year C)
Readers have expressed interest in examining the “music list” I prepared for this coming Sunday.
Dr. Samuel Backman • “Rooted In Tradition: The Allegory of a Tree”
Most readers would not find themselves in the category of people who are looking to try a “clown Mass” or some other dubious experiment!
Every Diocesan Music Commission Should Do This
“To assist this process, I have compiled links to the documents…” —Mark Haas
Exclusive Interview • “Púeri Cantóres” President
On 9 October 2025, I was pleased to interview the legendary Paul French.
PDF Download • “Offertory” for this Sunday
Anyone know why the Book of Esther was chosen? That same section of Esther was chosen for last Sunday’s Introit.
The Real Miracle of Gregorian Chant
It may not have been dictated into a saintly pope’s ear by a dove, but the real story is no less wonderful.
Why A “Fugue” Here?
I think you will agree about this.
“Three Reasons To Shun Bad Hymns” • Daniel B. Marshall
Ever wonder why the Church is so particular about sacred music? There’s more at stake than you think.
“Puzzling Comment” • By A Respected FSSP Priest
Once upon a time, Catholics were supposed to attend Mass within their “parochial boundaries.”
New Bulletin Article • “12 October 2025”
Those responsible for preparing parish bulletins may wish to…
“Reminder” — Month of October (2025)
Since a new month has arrived, it’s my pleasure to remind you that…
“American Catholic Hymnal” (1991)
This one book contains and memorializes every horrible idea from the 1980s.
Involving Women in the Communion?
Not long ago, I received a weird telephone call from a man appointed “director of music” for a large USA diocese.