PDF Download • César Franck Book of Gregorian Chant Accompaniments (156 Pages)
“The organ is so universally used as an accompanying instrument today that there is a pressing need to provide a written accompaniment…” —César Franck
“If we do not love those whom we see, how can we love God, Whom we do not see?” Bishop Fulton J. Sheen
“The organ is so universally used as an accompanying instrument today that there is a pressing need to provide a written accompaniment…” —César Franck
As Americans, we’re “bred from birth” to think of ourselves as little gods who already know everything and require no correction.
This volume has been professionally scanned—and you’ll love the results!
Peeters was organist at Malines Cathedral from 1923 until his death in 1986.
Lyrics in English, with an (optional) version in Latin.
“It was compiled by priests and musicians who are authentically Catholic…” — Lauren Elizabeth
Including a stunningly gorgeous (and rare!) hymn by Flor Peeters.
Kyrie “Missa de Angelis”—recorded yesterday by a volunteer choir.
In the days before Vatican II, dioceses had their own special feast days.
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We’re under tremendous pressure to transfer our website to a “subscription model.”
We don’t want to do this. We believe our website should remain free to all. It’s annoying to have to search for login credentials (e.g. if you’re away from your desk).
Our president has written the following letter:
* Thirteen Men & Coins (Holy Thursday Appeal)
Traditionally on Holy Thursday, the priest washed the feet of thirteen men. Theologians held various opinions regarding whom the “13th man” represented. Before the liturgical changes of Pope Pius XII (which changed the number from thirteen to twelve), the priest washed each man’s feet, kissed his foot, and gave him a coin.
This “coin” business seems providential—inasmuch as our appeal begins on Holy Thursday this year.
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