Saint Joseph Hymn
Just in time for March 19...I had asked Kathy to write a new hymn to Saint Joseph to commemorate the renovation of our seminary chapel (named for Saint Joseph). She graciously granted permission to...
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Hymn Text (Marian) for Epiphany
2020 EDITI am attaching to THIS POST a copy of the final text, set to Jesu Dulcis MemoriaIf you scroll around, there is also an original setting by Francis Koerber, which is lovely.Also a second by...
View ArticleAABB or ABAB?
I was just reading through one of Adam Wood's excellent hymn texts, and I was enjoying, among other things, the ABAB rhyme scheme.English is so rhyme-poor that every good English rhyme brings...
View Article1982's intro to On This Day...
...is terrible and impossible to sing.I have never heard a congregation get the entrance right.I have never been able to get the entrance right.I can't even seem to count it right in my head by...
View ArticleThe writing, performing, and hearing of descants
Grace and peace, everyone.It's Christmas and you know what that means: descants! I think of a descant as a golden thread woven into the last verse of a hymn or carol. It is not an opportunity for...
View ArticleOrientis Reges Tres (We Three Kings)
Hi all, I recently stumbled across a latin version of "Silent Night" and it got me wondering if there were other well known hymns with latin translations. Sure enough I discovered Orientis Reges Tres,...
View ArticleLM Eucharistic Hymns
Our congregations know only a couple of Long Meter tunes, so in an effort to expand the repertoire, I'd like to introduce a few generic (preferably Eucharistic) hymns at Communion. Suggestions either...
View ArticleA Text for Discussion: Baptism of the Lord
O seas and rivers, bless the Lord, The maker of all things. Today creation is restored: O bless him, all you springs. Behold: the Son of God baptized In waters He makes new. The Father's voice above...
View ArticleAlleluia, dulce carmen
Hello,I found this recording of the hymn "Alleluia, song of gladness" at Saint John Cantius: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQC41MM8u_Y&t=39sWhere can it's score be found, please?
View ArticleNew Hymn Text for the Sacred Heart
The Sacred Heart of JesusLife of God, poured out like wateron the barren hearts of men:Flood divine, like flood of Noah,sent to purge the world of sin:I am drowned in Thee, but drowningboard the Ark...
View ArticleSt. Ambrose's Hymn to St. Agnes
Agnes beatae virginis (att. St. Ambrose)The blessed virgin Agnes fliesback to her home above the skies,and she is born in heav'n abovebecause she gave her blood in love.Mature enough to give her...
View ArticleLM Eucharistic Hymns
Our congregations know only a couple of Long Meter tunes, so in an effort to expand the repertoire, I'd like to introduce a few generic (preferably Eucharistic) hymns at Communion. Suggestions either...
View ArticleSeeking hymns for Common Offices
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View ArticleYour opinions about hymnals is always interesting and useful
Disappointed in the hymn playing ability of your organist? If so, you are not alone.This may help.Because the opinions and comments here about our project A Catholic Book of Hymns have helped us build...
View ArticleO Luce qui mortalibus
Hello everyone.I am looking for a score for the 17th Century French hymn "O Luce qui mortalibus" (or "Great God, Who, Hid From Mortal Sight").Thanks in advance.
View ArticleFavorite Hymn for Christmas Season
As many of us are in the middle or have recently finished picking music for Christmas, I thought it would be interesting to have a discussion about our favorite Christmas hymns and why.My favorite is...
View ArticleMetrical Office Hymns
Should we foster the use of metrical hymns during the Divine Office?I would answer positively when it comes to the vernacular hymns. For instance, I would love to hear a metrical version of "Lucis...
View ArticleChurch music, organs and churches outside of the United States
I thought I would share some of the organ/congregation music I've found over the last year cruising youtube, most are from Catholic churches.Here's just a few to start with;From a little church in...
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