“Hymn To Saint Joseph” • (Rec. 4/2/2022)
Certainly the only “Eucharistic” hymn to Saint Joseph I know!
The Catholic Hymnal
“Common” Hymn Tunes? • Another Example
The first text is for the “pre-Lent” season…
Eucharistic Hymn • By a Jesuit Martyr Priest
English has words whose meanings directly contradict each other (such as “cleave” or “sanction”).
Sound superb! … with just 2 minutes of rehearsal
I’m someone who harbors an irrational fear of anything I’m not familiar with.
“Catholic Sensibility” • What Makes A Hymnal Catholic?
I personally find the following pairings (hymn text + hymn melody) to be reprehensible…
[re-post] • “Hymn for the Feast of All Saints”
All Saints—November 1st—will be here before you know it!
Church Musicians: The Revolution Starts Today!
Do what’s right, say your prayers, offer each day to Jesus Christ, and hold your head high!
PDF Download • Hymn for the Assumption • (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass)
This hymn was originally for the Assumption, but now can be used on various Marian feasts.
“Feast of All Saints” • Do You Know This Hymn?
All Saints—November 1st—will be here before you know it!
“Talk Is Cheap” • Advice For Music Directors
If you fail to carefully plan your rehearsal, you’ll be eaten alive. And rightfully so!
“Comparison” • 15 Traditional Catholic Hymnals
Covid-19 has forced many parishes to remove all hymnals from their pews: A perfect opportunity for change!