“Predictable Rhymes?” • A Follow Up
We received considerable correspondence regarding my article: “Two Ways to Defile a Hymn.”
Archives for July 2026
Absolutely ‘Perfect’ Voice-Leading?
This brief passage seems (in my humble opinion) to be a delightful specimen.
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“The Choirmaster Survey” • Update on 29 July 2026
“A Survey to Collect Data on the Lives, Careers, Struggles, and Successes of Directors of Music in the Roman Catholic Church who Specialize in the Use of Polyphony and Chant in the Liturgy.”
“Progress Report” (With Samples) • Forthcoming Roman Catholic Hymnal In Spanish
It’s coming along nicely!
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PDF Download • “Roman Catholic Music in England from 1850–1962” — Lengthy Dissertation (402 pages)
This includes 1914-1962 (years which were excluded from Muir’s book).
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Why I Never Write Articles for Corpus Christi Watershed Anymore
The truth comes out at last.
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Calling Dr. Weaver!
A remarkable exposition of the “mora vocis” (published in 1953 in the Netherlands) which doesn’t shy away from a certain item!
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“A Catholic Choir Director’s Decalogue” • Jeff’s Personal Odyssey (10 Points)
Is there anyone on the planet willing to pretend he doesn’t understand the plain meaning of those words?
SLANE • “Simplified” Keyboard Arr.
Do you know ‘SLANE’ the hymn tune?
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“Taking Over an Inner City School Choir” • Rebecca’s Story
Rebecca gives 4 ‘tips’ on training a children’s choir.
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Insane Baroque-Era Dissonance!
There is no more dissonant chord than this in the entire Baroque era!
Explanation of Gregorian Chant • “Using Words Mama Can Understand”
Do you see how each Latin accent is ‘shifted’ to the final syllable, as if they were French words?
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“Reminder” — Month of July (2026)
Since a new month has arrived, it’s my pleasure to remind you that…
“Reader Feedback” • 9 July 2026
“I’m an adult convert to the Catholic faith, and I didn’t grow up with this music.…” —A reader
PDF Downloads • “16 Gorgeous SAB Motets”
The following collection offers a variety of Latin and English motets
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