Real Life in a Large Church Choir Program (Part 1)
At St. Stephen the First Martyr Church in Sacramento, the road to the choir loft begins at age four and is paved with furry puppets.
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A Verse for Trinity Sunday
Herbert’s poem praises the Trinity both by its text and through its form.
“Comparison” • 15 Traditional Catholic Hymnals
Covid-19 has forced many parishes to remove all hymnals from their pews: A perfect opportunity for change!
Brébeuf Virtual Choir Strikes Again!
These kids just can’t be stopped—including two amazing surprises.
PDF Download • 17 Organ Accompaniments for the simple “Salve Regina”
Potiron, Ostrowski, Bragers, Marier, Desrocquettes, Murray, and more!
Liturgical Challenges Presented by COVID-19 • A Triptych via Zoom
A webinar series exploring the liturgical, theological, and pastoral implications of this pandemic.
The Art of Improvisation
In all my life I don’t think I have ever heard it mentioned that the art of improvisation, done well, ranks alongside the greatest works of Palestrina or Mozart.
How to Get Better at Chant Without Opening Your Mouth
It’s a singular joy to make music, but as we all know, it’s the behind-the-scenes work that makes our rendition of the music truly special—all to the glory of God and the edification of His faithful.
This World Does Not Always Reward Virtue
Nor does this world always punish vice.
Troubleshooting Gregorian Chant
Does your chanting need a simple tune-up or a whole engine rebuild? Let’s take a look under the hood.
Singing the Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Baronius Press edition is beautiful, but lacks important markings for singers.
Covid-19 • “A Word Of Encouragement”
Over these next few months, I want to try reach out to our readers.
Broadcasting Holy Mass During Covidtide
The most problematic genre for use in broadcasting is the English setting of the Mass Ordinary since all of the major settings are currently under copyright.
Arranging and Transcribing Our Way Through the Epidemic
I am imagining a new ensemble, built out of necessity, for the singing of polyphonic motets and even Mass ordinaries.
Returning to the Sacraments • Stories from Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati
Prevented from receiving Holy Communion for a time, Frassati became “consumed with Eucharistic Fire.”