Fulton J. Sheen + this Sunday’s “Entrance Chant”
Gregorian melodies ‘stick’ in one’s memory in a way that’s both marvelous and surprising.
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Liturgical Round (“Canon”) in C-Major
I have provided an accompaniment, but it’s only for use during rehearsal.
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PDF Download • Liturgical Round (“Canon”) for your Children’s Choir
An example that’s truly great art, yet still within their reach.
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Important Quote by a Church Musician
My friend is a highly-placed musician at the Vatican.
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Fulton J. Sheen Played The Pipe Organ!
Sheen would occasionally display his skill on the organ to his friends.
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“Music List” • 28th in Ordinary Time (Year C)
Readers have expressed interest in examining the “music list” I prepared for this coming Sunday.
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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.
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Why A “Fugue” Here?
I think you will agree about this.
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“Puzzling Comment” • By A Respected FSSP Priest
Once upon a time, Catholics were supposed to attend Mass within their “parochial boundaries.”
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New Bulletin Article • “12 October 2025”
Those responsible for preparing parish bulletins may wish to…
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“Reminder” — Month of October (2025)
Since a new month has arrived, it’s my pleasure to remind you that…
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“American Catholic Hymnal” (1991)
This one book contains and memorializes every horrible idea from the 1980s.
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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.
“Music List” • 27th in Ordinary Time (Year C)
Readers have expressed interest in examining the “music list” I prepared for this coming Sunday.
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Kids’ Choir Sings Thomas Aquinas
Last Sunday, a children’s choir I’m teaching sang with us for the first time.
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