Feast of the Jesuit Martyrs of North America
Their feast got replaced by a Sunday this year.
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Articles
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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Children’s Repertoire • Three More Recommendations by Keven Smith
Don’t give up. Your work with young singers today will continue to bear fruit for decades after you die.
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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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Dr. Samuel Backman • “Rooted In Tradition: The Allegory of a Tree”
Most readers would not find themselves in the category of people who are looking to try a “clown Mass” or some other dubious experiment!
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Every Diocesan Music Commission Should Do This
“To assist this process, I have compiled links to the documents…” —Mark Haas
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Exclusive Interview • “Púeri Cantóres” President
On 9 October 2025, I was pleased to interview the legendary Paul French.
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The Real Miracle of Gregorian Chant
It may not have been dictated into a saintly pope’s ear by a dove, but the real story is no less wonderful.
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“Three Reasons To Shun Bad Hymns” • Daniel B. Marshall
Ever wonder why the Church is so particular about sacred music? There’s more at stake than you think.
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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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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.
“Toward a More Sacred Style With Pastoral Charity” • Guest Article by Dr. Myrna Keough
“Their response was ironic, as we continued to sing both an entrance and communion hymn—and neither were in Latin!” —Dr. Keough
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“Fulfilled!” • Bride’s Musical Request
Sophia Institute Press has been generous in this regard.
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