Peter Kwasniewski: Sacred Choral Works
This book collects twenty years’ worth of choral compositions for the Catholic liturgy.
Articles
Church music need not sound “Catholic” says drafter of USCCB guidelines
The author calls people who appreciate Gregorian chant “conservative” and those who don’t “liberal.” Are such labels really helpful?
Steering Wedding Dates away from Advent & Lent
Embracing the Spirit of the Liturgical Calendar
Homily: 1st Sunday of Lent (Year A)
“‘At the acceptable time I have listened to you, and helped you on the day of salvation.’ Behold, now is the acceptable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.” -2 Cor 6:2
It’s impossible to please everyone so do what is right and just.
Liturgical advice from Tony Soprano???
Seven Theses for the Evaluation of Music
Let us listen consistently to the greatest works in music and make them the exemplars, the teachers, the inspirations and consolations of our interior life as aesthetic beings.
Misereris omnium | Ash Wednesday Introit
Few parishes are willing to sing Gregorian Introits for the Entrance Procession, but it is SIGNIFICANT that the very first Introit of Lent sings of God’s infinite MERCY.
The Essence of Lent
“Rend Your Hearts, Not Your Garments”
Let Me Lent You Some Advice
Remember your own spiritual health during Lent.
Principles for Creating Chant for the Vernacular
David Clayton shares free resources and instruction for adapting Latin chant to English.
How Many Syllables Does The Word “Catholic” Have?
Do you sing “ain-juhl” or “ain-jell” for the word “ANGEL” ? Do you sing “hevv-ihn” or “heav’n” for the word “HEAVEN” ?
Dr. Scott Hahn Visits Cardinal Burke in Rome
“An enjoyable visit this morning with Cardinal Burke, a godly prince-of-a-Prefect (of the Apostolic Signatura) and a friend of many years … God bless our good shepherds!”
Reflection on the Blessing of the Ashes
A brief Lenten reflection by Fr. Valentine Young, OFM.
Painting St. Catherine of Siena Part I
See what goes into designing a painting.
Peter Wagner 1903 Kyriale In Gregorian Notation
Dr. Franz Karl Prassl has given us a tremendous gift.
