“Sacred Time” Framed on our Wall
According to Cardinal Ratzinger “man is woven into the fabric of the universe. Time is first of all a cosmic phenomenon. Man lives with the stars.”
Articles
Gregorian Rhythm Wars • “Chorale and Chant Carefully Considered” (2 Jan 2023)
“The equalist plainchant of the High Middle Ages is as far removed from the rhythmic chant of the Early Middle Ages as the isometric chorales are from their rhythmic predecessors.” —Patrick Williams
PDF Download • “Graduale Romanum” Organ Accompaniments by Dr. Peter Wagner (513 pages)
Dr. Peter Wagner, a famous musicologist, founded the “Gregorian Academy” in Freiburg (Switzerland).
Revealed! • Ratzinger wrote to FSSP after “Traditionis Custodes”
From his place of retirement, he sent a private letter following “Traditionis Custodes” (a document which attempted to strangle the Traditional Mass).
“Requiescat In Pace” • Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Let us pray for the repose of the soul of Josef Ratzinger, who did so much good for the church.
“… Ripped From A Live-Feed …”
Saint John Vianney, while in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, could scarcely speak or breathe (so moved was he).
PDF Download • “What Child Is This?” • Jeff’s Arrangement of This Carol … in Latin!
This morning I sat down and arranged what—in my view—is one of the beautiful Christmas carols.
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.
Five Tips for Saving Your Body During Christmas Liturgies
These easy techniques will help you eliminate tension so you can be at your best.
The Christmas Sequence: Laetabundus
“He that is the Word of the Most High God deigns to take a body unto himself; he assumes our flesh.”
Choirmasters • “How To Avoid Getting Fired”
Anyone who’s ever stood in front of a choir knows the choirmaster’s vocation is not an easy one.
Gregorian Rhythm Wars • “Patrick’s Third Response to Jeff” (19 Dec 2022)
“The original chant handed down from the Fathers of the Church has strict rhythmic proportions and a steady beat.” —Patrick Williams
J.S. Bach “Alleluia” • Director Posts Live Recording!
Our singers really love this one…
Young Boys Who “Play” Mass
A mother describes her son’s love for the Mass. He memorizes and recruits friends to “play Mass.” We are a people of hope.
PDF Download • “Veni, Veni Emmanuel” for 2 parts
I didn’t have the heart to tell this fellow that the same melody occurs at other times of the liturgical year.