“Credo for Two Voices” • Gustaaf Nees (d. 1965)
This simple setting of Gregorian Credo IV uses organ, men’s voices, and women’s voices.
Canon Van Nuffel’s Setting Of Smoke Rising
“Smoke rises from the Mountain of Doom. The hour grows late, and Gandalf the Grey rides to Isengard seeking my counsel.”
Musical Resources • 1st Sunday of Lent (EF)
“We solemnly offer the sacrifice at the beginning of Lent, O Lord…”
Motet • “Verbum Supernum” by Fr. Carlo Rossini
This SATB setting can be used during any liturgical season and has “O Salutaris Hostia” as one of its verses.
“Audi Benigne Conditor” • Gregorian Hymn For Lent
The text is by St. Gregory the Great, who was Pope from 590-604.
Decapitation of an Innocent Meadowlark
Do we remember that people in the pews often lack our musical background?
Francisco Guerrero • “Hymn To The Sacred Trinity” (SATB with Plainsong)
Are you up for a special hymn challenge?
What Are You Doing For Lent?
“The phone is our century’s plague. It destroys character, interaction, friendships, families, and our time. We are glued to these devices.”
2016 • Sacred Music Symposium (Last Year’s)
We’re approaching capacity—if you’re interested, we need to hear from you soon!
Exclusive Interview • Mr. Nancho Alvarez
“I must point out that the content of my site is totally free, granting open access to everyone.” —Nancho Alvarez
PDF Download • Simple Pieces For Roman Catholic Church Choirs (345 Pages)
First published in 1901 by Emile Dethier, organist at the Grand Seminary in Liège, Belgium.
Ridiculously Awesome Sanctus You’ve Never Heard
We are not allowed to sing Tropes in the Extraordinary Form, so I added that text in italics.
Musical Resources • Sexagesima Sunday (EF)
“Grant, we humbly beseech Thee, almighty God, that those whom Thou refreshest with Thy sacraments…”
Not Your Grandmother’s Creed
Composer David Haas posted a striking proclamation on his Facebook page.
Chosen Your Easter Alleluia Yet?
It’s time—and here’s one you’ll love.