A Call to Publishers and Editors of Roman Catholic Hymnals
Adherence to Roman Catholic doctrine in song is hardly unreasonable. It is imperative. It is the right thing to do.
Michael Olbash on Sounds from the Spires
Olbash holds the distinction of being the Director of Music of two seminaries: Saint John’s Seminary, Boston, and Pope Saint John XXIII National Seminary in Weston, Massachusetts.
Four Eucharistic Motets for the Year of the Eucharist
Forced abstinence from the Eucharist in 2020 heightened for many the appreciation of the sacraments that one can take for granted.
Podcast: James Kennerley: Sacred Music in Education, the Church and the World
Maestro Kennerley underscores the myriad salutary benefits of music education for children and that of a community that sings together.
Sacred Music from the Bell Tower • Boston Cathedral Singers
We emerge from silence a changed people more in tune with our need for the Eucharist, prayer, and praise. Singing God’s praise is inseparable from our prayer. It is intrinsic to who we are as a people.
Landmark Documentary on the Renewal of Sacred Music
A documentary on the work of Paul Jerberg — one of the most important voices on sacred music in the Church today
Announcement of Easter & the Movable Feasts • 2021 • English & Spanish
The following free downloads in English and Spanish contain dates for 2021 in the score.
Saint Paul’s Choir School Presents “Starry Night: Christmas in Harvard Square”
A beacon of light in a dark time, the Saint Paul’s Choir of Men and Boys presents “Starry Night: Christmas in Harvard Square”
Safety in Music is a Pro-Life Issue
Updated music protocols in the Archdiocese of Boston include multiple layers of protection: masks, ventilation, distance, time.
Indispensable & Accessible: Fr. Samuel F. Weber Propers in English
Indispensable and accessible: these antiphons possess sublime elegance that grace the Novus Ordo Mass with simple, yet proper reverence and solemnity.
(Installment #7) “Catholic Hymnals” • Richard J. Clark
“Hymns, Psalms, and Spiritual Canticles”—the most influential post-conciliar hymnal—was never distributed by any large publisher!
Year of the Eucharist • Solemn Vespers with Exposition and Benediction
Solemn Vespers with Exposition and Benediction during the “Year of the Eucharist”
The Illusion of Permanence — an Exercise in Humility
There is an illusion of permanence in the Church. We are changing often and changing right now.
Best Practices with Current Restrictions • New Resource from Detroit
Best practices and a new antiphon project from the Archdiocese of Detroit
Silence and The Thoughts of His Heart
Our souls are hurting and in crisis. I have no words.
Reopening our Churches – Encouragement – Resources
As churches are working towards reopening, it is also no small change for many to concede congregational singing and choirs of any size. So many musicians have already sacrificed so much, spiritually, artistically, and economically.
Pain, Trauma, Caution in the Choir World
Fallout from the recent NATS/ACDA webinar: A Conversation: What Do Science and Data Say About the Near Term Future of Singing.
If you are having a bad day, this is what it means
God ensures will blossom even harsh conditions.
God will not be outdone in generosity.
People are hungrier than ever for the Gospel. This is a great blessing, and a turning point in our lives and ministries.
Repeating Repertoire? • Richard J. Clark
“Repetition” in the Age of Streaming Masses…