“Can Choral Music Survive?” • 3 Reasons It Will
You may think I’m crazy, but I have a belief when it comes to choral music.
Archives for October 2025
A Simple Way to Sing and Notate Organum Harmony
“Organum is a humble addition to Gregorian chant, yet it opens a profound sonic world.”
Monsignor Klaus Gamber Speaks!
An interesting quotation from the eminent liturgist, Monsignor Klaus Gamber…
Feast of the Jesuit Martyrs of North America
Their feast got replaced by a Sunday this year.
“Music List” • 29th in Ordinary Time (Year C)
Readers have expressed interest in examining the “music list” I prepared for this coming Sunday.
Fulton J. Sheen + this Sunday’s “Entrance Chant”
Gregorian melodies ‘stick’ in one’s memory in a way that’s both marvelous and surprising.
Children’s Repertoire • Three More Recommendations by Keven Smith
Don’t give up. Your work with young singers today will continue to bear fruit for decades after you die.
Liturgical Round (“Canon”) in C-Major
I have provided an accompaniment, but it’s only for use during rehearsal.
PDF Download • Liturgical Round (“Canon”) for your Children’s Choir
An example that’s truly great art, yet still within their reach.
Latin Liturgy Association
The newsletter of the “Latin Liturgy Association” is definitely something worth looking at!
Important Quote by a Church Musician
My friend is a highly-placed musician at the Vatican.
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