Pope Saint Paul VI (3 April 1969): “Although the text of the Roman Gradual—at least that which concerns the singing—has not been changed, the Entrance antiphons and Communions antiphons have been revised for Masses without singing.”
You’re probably thinking: “Jeff, if you think Father Rossini’s narrow-mindedness was bad, get ready for a rude awakening when you see what we’re up against in 2023.”
The Mass celebrants include Bishop James Golka of Colorado Springs!
Years ago, I struggled with being a “people pleaser.” (That means saying whatever will please the person standing in front of you.)
A priest saw her article and provided—for the first time in history—a literal English translation!
Keep a repository of your choir-related thoughts and feelings. You’ll thank yourself someday.
With a digression on Corrinne May’s upcoming presentation.
“Gentlemen: Nobody is going to follow the archaic and quack ideas on Chant you are trying to propagate.” Mr. John Sandar
Did Dom Mocquereau compose any official plainsong pieces included in the official edition? He did!
Dear reader, it is up to you to ensure that the theological content of the music at your parish is faithful to the unchanging teachings of the holy Catholic Church.
My colleague, Patrick Williams, has given me permission to share with our audience a recording his choir made.
Letters like this prove there are still awesome people in this world!
There was no explanation given for why “Darrin Stephens” was suddenly a completely different person.
I don’t think our readers are interested in what we say about Gregorian rhythm—they’re interested only in what we can demonstrate.
“The organ is so universally used as an accompanying instrument today that there is a pressing need to provide a written accompaniment…” —César Franck
I find this melody hauntingly gorgeous.
