Reader Feedback • Re: “Simplified” Organ Music
I’ve lived through various pendulum swings: the “Glory and Praise” phase; the “hymn sandwich” phase; and the “baroque tracker organ” phase.
Archives for January 2025
The Lofty Nature of This Goal
The lofty nature of this goal…
Our Lady of Good Success Novena (+ Antiphon)
Today starts a Novena to Our Lady of Good Success. Curiously, there is an Antiphon included towards the end of each day’s prayers which looks very similar to this one.
My Recent Conversation • “Chant Rhythm”
This past week, I appeared on the Nikhil Hogan show to talk about Gregorian rhythm and the Vatican edition.
Don’t Be Fooled by a Late Easter
Isn’t it wonderful to come back to rehearsals after a brief Christmas recess and realize Easter doesn’t come until April 20? It’s tempting to be very relaxed about progress, but I’m trying to keep a sense of momentum. Though I will probably spend a bit of extra time working on vocal production issues with my […]
“Entrance Chant” • 3rd Sunday (Ord. Time)
This English adaptation uses a Tetrardus mode, as does the authentic Gregorian Chant version.
“How To Prepare A Talk” • Bishop Fulton J. Sheen
A television broadcast from the 1960s.
“Reminder” — Month of January (2025)
Since a new month has arrived, it’s my pleasure to remind you that…
“Remembering William Mahrt” • My interview with Dr. Horst Buchholz (21 January 2025)
Includes Dr. Buchholz’s obituary for William Mahrt: “A Gentleman, a Scholar, and a Friend”
PDF Download • “Pipe Organ Recessional” (Manuals Only) — George Frederick Handel
I have a confession to make…
PDF Download • Singers’ Wedding Booklet (28 Pages)
I don’t pretend to have an answer to this question.
A Full Choir in FSSP-Caen
A choir member visits the FSSP in Normandy, France and is overjoyed to hear the full choir raining down chant and polyphony throughout the Church building. She recommends Sunday Mass if you’re on pilgrimage.
PDF • “Gloria VIII” on 5 lines!
As of a few minutes ago, you can freely download this PDF score.
PDF Download • “Small Choirs, Unite!” (2nd Part)
This is definitely a piece worth bringing out for choirs of all sizes!
“Music List” • 2nd Sunday (Ord. Time)
Readers have expressed interest in examining the “music list” I prepared for this coming Sunday.