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The soul-stirring hymn used on ASCENSION THURSDAY at Vespers—and also used on the Sunday which follows the Ascension—was called in the 7th century: “Jesu Nostra Redemptio.” After 1631AD, the title of that hymn was changed to “Salutis Humanae Sator.” The melody assigned by the Vatican Commission on Gregorian Chant is rather mournful (and very difficult […]
The word “Alleluia” changes to: “Praise be to Thee, O Lord, King of eternal glory.”
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Those who so desire may now download this organ accompaniment booklet (25 pages) for the 4th Sunday of Advent, including the “O ANTIPHON” for 18 December 2022.
Were Pothier and Mocquereau homeless? The answer might surprise you.
In spite of its imperfections, creating this (draft) booklet required much more effort than I had anticipated.
Feel free to download this Organ Accompaniment Booklet for Trinity Sunday (Second Vespers). Notice how the modes progress by number. Psalm 1 is mode 1; Psalm 2 is mode 2; Psalm 3 is mode 3; Psalm 4 is mode 4; Psalm 5 is mode 5. I am told by an expert that other feasts (such […]
I created this organ accompaniment booklet for organists who will accompany Vespers on Pentecost Sunday. Feel free to download it; it might give you some ideas or inspiration. Be warned: It looks pretty sloppy. (The organist is the only one who sees it.)
If you spot typos, please let us know!
For those who have never experienced Vespers, an answer like that comes across as “gobbledygook.”
Vatican II said: “Pastors must see to it that Vespers is celebrated in parishes on Sundays and the more solemn feasts” (SC §100).
A massively underrated composer died 500 years ago today.
Also included, an organ accompaniment (23 pages) for this booklet.
After more than a year of Vespers having been forbidden (due to Covid-19) we’re back!
The following is what I will use to accompany the congregation tomorrow.
The election of Pope Leo XIV has been exciting, and we’re filled with hope for our apostolate’s future!
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Our president has written the following letter:
President’s Message (dated 30 May 2025)
