New Release! • “Missa de Beata Virgine” (Kevin Allen)
As singers performed this Kevin Allen piece, they wept—but crying is bad for singing technique!
Articles
“Chorister Summer Camp” • Eight Ideas
Every choirmaster should place a high priority on recruitment, otherwise in time he commits a form of “choral contraception”…
“An Unknown Parishioner Approached Me…”
Can modern composers write hymns? Are they stirring?
Another Incredible Opportunity in Kansas City!
St. John Paul II Catholic Church joins a growing number of parishes (including the Cathedral) in our archdiocese committed the renewal of both the Sacred Liturgy and Music.
The Official Chant Rhythm • “How Does It Sound?”
“The Vatican Edition … contains absolutely all that is needed for the exact rendition of the liturgical chant.” —Sacred Congregation of Rites (1911)
Kevin Allen • “What is Sacred Music?”
J. F. M. kindly made us aware of the following video clip, which features Kevin Allen.
On Mistakes (Part II of II)
How we all respond to mistakes can have a huge effect on the cohesiveness and sound of our choirs.
PDF Download • “Spanish TLM Missal” (2,288 pages)
A french version (1,798 pages) is also available for free PDF download.
Summer Courses in Sacred Music in New York
This summer, there are several interesting graduate-level courses on offer at St. Joseph’s Seminary in New York.
CCWatershed Is In Financial Trouble!
“In truth, I’ve done a decidedly poor job soliciting money.” —Jeff Ostrowski
The USCCB desires your input!
“All contributions will be shared anonymously to ensure all questions can be answered with honesty and authenticity.”
Review • A Catholic Book of Hymns
A budget, orthodox option for your parish music program.
PDF Download • “A Canon Choirs Love!”
You will notice Father Guerrero takes the chant melody (“Beata Mater”) and creates a perfect canon between Soprano and Alto.
On Mistakes (Part I of II)
We choir directors can’t eliminate mistakes entirely. But here’s what we can do to minimize them.
“Gregorian Chant Not In Danger Pope Tells French”
Actual headline from 9 April 1964.