PDF Download • “Blessing of Epiphany Water”
An 18-page PDF for the Solemn Blessing of Water on the Eve of the Epiphany.
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Here’s a New Year’s Resolution: Tell Strangers What You Do
A recent encounter made me realize what can happen when we discuss church music with others.
Practical Reflections on the Restored Order
Thoughts from Bishop Larry Silva of Honolulu
PDF Download • “Puer Natus In Bethlehem” — Simple Christmas Hymn (2 Pages)
This is one of my favorite Gregorian hymns; very catchy!
PDF Download • “No woman shall kiss her child on the Sabbath or fasting day.”
The “Blue Laws” were a series of fanatical laws enacted by the Puritans of the colony of Connecticut…
“Homily — Feast of Mary, the Mother of God, Years ABC” • Father Valentine Young, OFM
We seem to be sitting around waiting for “that day” when everything in the world, in our country, and in the Church is going to be perfect…
Hymns for the Holy Name of Jesus
Covid-friendly hymns for the Feast of the Holy Name.
Start the New Year Right with a Spectacular Alleluia
If you attend the Extraordinary Form, the Alleluia for the Octave of the Nativity will enable you to start the New Year with a bang.
“Homily — Feast of the Holy Family, Year B” • Father Valentine Young, OFM
I can speak mainly from my experience with Indians, more specifically the Navajos; their native culture has a great respect and love for marriage and family life.
Chasing the Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary
I thought making a course on singing the Little Office would be an easy project. However, as with just about everything to do with Sacred Music, there is so much more to it than you expect.
PDF Download • “Midnight Mass Musical Plan” (2020)
To show our singers how special our music is, I’ve included ancient MSS for each piece—as well as rehearsal videos.
PDF Download • “Creator Alme Siderum” with Organ Accompaniment
The Brébeuf Hymnal provides ancient (Roman Catholic) English translations of this hymn, but Eleanor Parker found versions in Anglo-Saxon!
“Improving As Musicians” • Eight Suggestions
Did you know I communicate with dead Catholic composers? I’m not joking.
Hidden Gem: Alma Redemptoris Mater (Salazar)
Here’s a Spanish Baroque motet that will gradually, gently win your heart while giving your choir another good option for the entire Christmas cycle.
What’s With All the Chant?
I had the honor of presenting this material to my parishioners at St. Thérèse Little Flower Catholic Church last week.