“Extraordinary Form” • Is This Name Still Allowed?
Fulton J. Sheen reminded us: “Many a pontiff goes through life without making a single infallible decision … not one.”
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“Ah, Holy Jesus” • Lent + Passiontide Hymn
Mr. Currie complained about hymn lyrics that “unduly emphasize the human nature of the Savior.”
“Three Hymns for Lent” • (Rec. 03/10/2022)
Sometimes what goes without saying must be said.
“To Hear Before You Die” • Essential Listening Guide
You might have heard parts of the “French Suites” by Bach without even realizing it…
PDF Download • “Audi Benigne Conditor” (Organ Accompaniment)
Finding the “perfect” accompaniment for hymns can be challenging. Here’s my attempt.
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PDF • “Hymn Suggestions For Each Sunday”
The conscientious choirmaster takes people where they are and then—carefully and prudently—leads them to something higher.
“Like None Other!” • New Three-Voice Collection
I could not function as a choirmaster without this collection.
“Communion Hymn For Lent” • (Rec. 3/4/2022)
I believe many choir members will stop coming back if the music is always the same.
IMPORTANT • Stunning News From Rome!
In this meeting—and subsequent statement—Pope Francis made it clear that institutes like the FSSP are not affected by “Traditionis Custodes.”
Does Your Musical Program Have Balance?
What I’ve labeled “musical diversity” could also be thought of as “balance.”
PDF Download • Missa Philomena (Philippe Verdelot)
This music is from a much earlier period; and you can tell.
“Common” Hymn Tunes? • Another Example
The first text is for the “pre-Lent” season…
Cardinal Cupich’s Diocese • “What Mass Looks Like”
The “primary cross” for most young men has to do with temptations against the 6th Commandment.
PDF Download • No More OCP “Breaking Bread”
This powerful response—by a Catholic priest—is without question one of the most fascinating things I’ve ever read.