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Is It Time To Stop Singing The Propers?
I know how difficult it can be to introduce chant to a Novus Ordo parish.
Of Weddings, Funerals and other Comedies
A lot of what we do in serving our communities is rather unglamorous…
(2007) Fr. Valentine Young Speaks About Religious Habits In The 1960s
I desire to post more of these fascinating videos, as soon as I can find the time.
What Palestrina Did With Kyrie II (“Fons Bonitatis”)
Many erroneously believe the Kyrie was the only thing troped, but that’s not even close to true.
Digitizing the Vatican Library
One decade into the project, the results are fascinating.
Youth Choristers: Get Them While They’re Young
Here’s how our parish is working to fill the ears, hearts, and minds of the youth with truly sacred music from a young age.
A Phenomenal Epiphany Hymn!
I wish Epiphany lasted forever—the hymns are rich with theology!
Introduction to the Latin Mass For Kids, By Kids
Take a look at this new introduction to the Latin Mass from the Trad Kids TV.
Stepping off the hamster wheel
We can be so caught up in the cycle of planning, delivering and marking lessons, that we never have time to step back and consider the bigger picture in a way that would improve how we do our jobs.
Chant, Mighty Pipe Organs • Two Sundays, Two Cathedrals
Gregorian Chant and mighty pipe organs will be front and center at two concerts: Boston’s Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, New York City.
Hymn • “A Solis Ortus Cardine” (In English)
The Church’s greatest hymn? Many believe it’s this one.
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PDF Accompaniment • “Jesu Redemptor Omnium”
You can compare my accompaniment to that of Achille P. Bragers.
PDF • “Veni Veni Emmanuel” (2 Voices + Organ)
Download this PDF score—free to all—and sing during Advent!
PDF Download • “Erunt Signa In Sole” (Advent)
“One of the challenges of a small choir is having enough singers to pull off any kind of polyphony. ” —Andrea Leal
PDF Download • A Eucharistic Piece My Choir Loves
Including a “preview” of the forthcoming Brébeuf Hymnal SATB Choral Supplement.
PDF Download • Palestrina Kyrie (Part 2 of 3)
“Dazzlingly luscious” is probably best way to describe this Mass.
PDF Download • SATB “Sanctus” by Orlando de Lassus
We have completed part 1. When part 2 is finished, we’ll release that, as well.