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Dr. Edward Schaefer once said: “I hate the ictus because it’s so confusing. I use white out on each ictus before distributing the music to my singers.”
Further thoughts about children’s choirs…
In a show of “web-ecumenism” I’d like to mention five today.
“Variety within a single Mass is important for engaging the listening ears (and singing voices) of the congregation.” —Chris Mueller
“Thanks, Richard, for another accessible and mellifluous motet!” —Chris Mueller
Father Rutler makes five crucial points.
I’m sure I’m not the only one to feel this way: certain celebrations don’t feel right without “that piece.”
Beautiful liturgical music happened—in a hotel ballroom, no less!
Help us bring polyphony and chant to World Youth Day!
The family that sings together prays together.
It’s time to renovate and reoccupy our own tradition!
I encountered anew this wonderfully clear and concise document about music in the liturgy.
A commenter had posted, “Their metrical chant is a revelation!” That piqued my curiosity.
“His answer was surprising to me, and I thought it both prudential and catholic.” —Chris Mueller
Christopher is a church musician, conductor, and composer…
