“Benedictus” (Missa Iste Sanctus) • All voices recorded by Corrinne May
Vatican II said: “The treasury of sacred music is to be preserved and fostered with great care” (SC §114).
Articles
“Communion Service” for the Extraordinary Form?
This statement by the “Una Voce” president strikes me as inaccurate.
Archbishop Roche: What the Ordinary Form “has to learn” from the Extraordinary Form
“The Extraordinary Form is another expression (older than the 1969 Missal) and is a valid expression of the Church’s liturgy.” —Arthur Roche
Announcement of Easter & the Movable Feasts • 2022 • English & Spanish
Free scores and practice videos in English and Spanish for the Announcement of Easter and Moveable Feasts (Epiphany Proclamation)
PDF Download • Carol based on “The First Nowell”
I recorded all the voices, to demonstrate how it sounds…
“Christmas” … or … “Xmas” ?
I remember hearing folks say (erroneously): “Don’t cross out Christmas!”
PDF Download • Vespers Organ Accompaniment — “Our Lady of Guadalupe” (12 December)
Vatican II said: “Pastors must see to it that Vespers is celebrated in parishes on Sundays and the more solemn feasts” (SC §100).
Archbishop Lefebvre Pushed For Vernacular Readings?
Louis Bouyer—the priest chosen to compose “Eucharistic Prayer II”—condemned the liturgical reforms when he saw the results.
Book Review! • “Society for Catholic Liturgy”
Dr. Aaron James has a double doctorate from a reputable conservatory, which is quite impressive!
Fauré Requiem Mass • Saint Paul’s Choir School
A popular work often performed in concert, when sung within Mass, it offers boundless transcendence.
PDF Booklet • First Sunday of Advent Vespers (Organ Accompaniment) — Draft Copy
It may be an ugly booklet, but it got the job done yesterday.
“O Come, O Come Emmanuel” • Original Setting in Latin for Two Voices
Many centuries ago, this was a “trope” (poetic extension) for a Responsory.
PDF Download • “Two Easy Advent Hymns”
When you read through the translation, you’ll agree this could certainly be sung during Sunday Masses in Advent…
Boston Cathedral Singers’ “From the Bell Tower” on “Sounds from the Spires”
PODCAST! — The Boston Cathedral Singers’ album From the Bell Tower was featured on “Sounds from the Spires” on SIRIUS XM 129 Radio, The Catholic Channel.
Fabulous Repertoire For Tiny Choirs!
During November, our parish sings hymns to Christ the King, All Saints, and the Faithful Departed.