Palestrina • Jaw-Dropping “Kyrie” based on a Hymn
Two generous young ladies, currently in high school, helped me record this gorgeous Kyrie.
Articles
“The Organist At Sung Mass” —Fr. Adrian Fortescue
Thoughts on “the hidden struggles” of a choirmaster.
The Unhealthy Liturgical Obsession with Self
It is not found in the Roman Rite. It is not there in the scriptures. We are in fact inserting such self-obsession.
Complete Palestrina Edition • Now Online!
His Mass settings alone require 2,349 pages!
The New Feature on the Organ of King’s College
Check out this newest feature on the restored organ in the Chapel of King’s College!
Wonderful Things are Happening in Detroit!
Even more exciting were two developments I learned of while in Detroit.
Choirmaster’s Life: “A Life of Sacrifice”
Due to human nature, I believe most of us won’t reach our potential—unless we’re forced to do so!
I Got Caught!
I hardly ever watch internet videos, but this one I could not resist.
Vocation Directors Immersed in Chant—Immersed in Prayer
This isn’t about chant. This isn’t about a style of music. It is about the urgency we face with vocations.
Musical Resources • 21st Sunday after Pentecost
“All things are in Thy will, O Lord, and there is none that can resist Thy will…”
St. Francis and Sacred Music
St. Francis of Assisi is not a “liturgical hippie.” He is a lover of the Roman liturgy and might have sung polyphony…
What Should A Church Look Like?
I have no idea which cathedral this is, but architects should take note!
Cardinal Sarah’s Missing Paragraph…
This article includes live recordings from a conference (“Society for Catholic Liturgy”) in Los Angeles.
New Collection of Propers from GIA
The growing market for Mass propers is a sign of promise.
Why Did Vatican II Happen?
These might not constitute the most perfect way to assist at Mass, but they’re very nice (German) hymn tunes!