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What is absolutely necessary for the existence of a choral foundation?
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PDF Download • “Lucis Creator Optime” (Vespers Hymn)
I followed the “Brébeuf hymnal method,” in which every verse is written out…
Comparison • “1909 Missal vs. 1999 Missal”
A picture is truly worth 1,000 words!
Fr. Valentine Young, OFM — R.I.P.
Father Valentine Young, OFM—a faithful Catholic priest—died on 17 January 2020 around 8:00am.
Roger Scruton, Magister Pulchritudinis
Sir Roger Scruton died January 12, 2020, leaving a mammoth legacy in the field of aesthetics.
Is It Time To Stop Singing The Propers?
I know how difficult it can be to introduce chant to a Novus Ordo parish.
Of Weddings, Funerals and other Comedies
A lot of what we do in serving our communities is rather unglamorous…
(2007) Fr. Valentine Young Speaks About Religious Habits In The 1960s
I desire to post more of these fascinating videos, as soon as I can find the time.
What Palestrina Did With Kyrie II (“Fons Bonitatis”)
Many erroneously believe the Kyrie was the only thing troped, but that’s not even close to true.
Digitizing the Vatican Library
One decade into the project, the results are fascinating.
Youth Choristers: Get Them While They’re Young
Here’s how our parish is working to fill the ears, hearts, and minds of the youth with truly sacred music from a young age.
A Phenomenal Epiphany Hymn!
I wish Epiphany lasted forever—the hymns are rich with theology!
Introduction to the Latin Mass For Kids, By Kids
Take a look at this new introduction to the Latin Mass from the Trad Kids TV.
Stepping off the hamster wheel
We can be so caught up in the cycle of planning, delivering and marking lessons, that we never have time to step back and consider the bigger picture in a way that would improve how we do our jobs.
Chant, Mighty Pipe Organs • Two Sundays, Two Cathedrals
Gregorian Chant and mighty pipe organs will be front and center at two concerts: Boston’s Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, New York City.
