PDF Download • “Put Out into the Deep”
“His appointment was somewhat unexpected as he was installed as Bishop of Providence in May of 2023.” — Richard J. Clark
The Boys of Saint Paul’s Choir School to sing Mahler 8 with Boston Symphony Orchestra
The Boys of Saint Paul’s Choir School will sing Mahler’s Symphony No. 8 with the Boston Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Andris Nelsons October 4-6 at Boston Symphony Hall.
Chants of the Diaconate Ordination
Two absolute favorite chants for Diaconate Ordinations are the Introit, “Dominus secus mare Galilaeae,” and the stunningly tender Communion chant, “Simon Ioannis.”
PDF Download • “The Saint John’s Gradual”
Free download of Saint John’s Gradual with Ecclesiastical Approbation from his Eminence Cardinal Seán O’Malley, O. F. M., Cap., Archbishop of Boston
Spanish Psalter that’s great for the Organ!
Free download of Responsorial Psalms in Spanish that work great for the organ from composer Marc Cersiser
Kathleen Pluth discusses hymn writing with National Pastoral Musicians
A recent podcast interview on “Ministry Monday” (National Pastoral Musicians) with Amanda Bruce.
Aftermath: Never take Holy Week for granted.
There is “fallout” and recovery from Holy Week as a positive result. It is not merely physical but deeply emotional especially, as we struggle spiritually with whatever crosses we bear in life.
Announcement of Easter & the Moveable Feasts • El Anuncio de la Pascua y Fiestas Movibles • 2024
English and Spanish — scores and practice videos in with dates for 2024!
Announcement of the Nativity of the Lord from the Roman Martyrology • Practice Video
Practice video for the Announcement of the Nativity of the Lord from the Roman Martyrology
Antiphons Vs. Hymns • A “Both/And” Church
“[T]he primordial question is centered on how the hymn or antiphon will help the assembly enter more deeply into the mystery being celebrated.” — Christopher Ferraro
Father Morales’ Astonishing “Ave Maris Stella” Gloria
Including a recording from Sacred Music Symposium 2023.
Theodore Marier Is the Most Important Liturgical Musician—Even Today.
“The more I learn about Marier, the more I am inspired to be a better human being.” —Richard J. Clark
CRCCM Repertoire Project Released!
The Conference of Roman Catholic Cathedral Musicians (CRCCM) has just launched a remarkable free resource offering recommendations of choral music, antiphons, propers, and more for all Sundays of the liturgical calendar, solemnities, and Ritual Masses.
New Album from the Boys of Saint Paul’s Choir School
NEW CD from the Saint Paul’s Choir School, Harvard Square with the Sophia Music Group label
John G. Dunn • 1943-2022 • Requiescat In Pace
We mourn the passing of John G. Dunn (1943-2022) Director of Music and Headmaster Emeritus of the Boston Archdiocesan Choir School (currently known as Saint Paul’s Choir School in Harvard Square) The Choir School would not exist today without John Dunn’s vision, dedication, and talent.