Pope Saint Paul VI (3 April 1969): “Although the text of the Roman Gradual—at least that which concerns the singing—has not been changed, the Entrance antiphons and Communions antiphons have been revised for Masses without singing.”
We may not convince anyone that certain music is more worthy than another. But we can all understand that sacred music must orient itself towards reverence and prayer.
Reflection on “Understanding the Sacred” based on two events happened in Vatican this week
Two old videos of the Opening of the Holy Door
Including six reasons why Tomás Luis de Victoria may be the true composer of this piece.
With a masterpiece like this, we must be careful not to rush in where angels fear to tread.
Providing music for the Traditional Latin Mass is not nearly as hard as some believe.
Of Tetrarchs, High Priests, and the Polar Express
A young foundress who continues to sing with her congregations around the world and how this underlines the power of the liturgy.
Since we are getting closer to Christmas …
“Gather ye together His Saints to Him; who have set His covenant before sacrifices…”
At my funeral, please pray for my soul. Please don’t “celebrate my life” (do that after…) or “celebrate my resurrection.” Pray.
Two videos of John Paul II’s singing
Registration is now open for the CMAA Winter Sacred Music Workshop in Houston
Mr. Mawby emailed me two weeks after sending the music, saying he’d already purchased his plane ticket and would see us in Rome!
“Gaudens Gaudebo” is not a short Introit.
