Catholic liturgical music is serious, solemn, transcendent, but Catholic musicians are never more fun and inspiring than when they are talking about what they love most. This is what happens at sacred music events around the world: the social and intellectual are critically important elements. The musicians (and music enthusiasts) at the Chant Café, a project of the
Church Music Association of America, bring that sense of life and love to the digital world. As St. Augustine said, "Cantare amantis est."
Among the contributors:
Also past contributors:
Jeffrey Tucker, writer, editor, entrepreneur, musician |
archiveNick Gale (1975-2015), organist, choral director, for 13 years Master of the Music at the Cathedral of St. George in Southwark |
archiveBen, schola director and organ student |
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Ooooo, and an excellent Baroque speed too. I detest the old Romantic interpretations of Baroque pieces. Thanks Jeffrey!!
This was broadcast on EWTN Wednesday evening–an almost complete performance from 2002. Wonderful!
Also saw the EWTN broadcast and was blown away — magnificent, and in a gorgeous setting! Never get tired of hearing this glorious music.
On a different note (pun intended), a very Happy New Year to all of you at the Chant Cafe. God bless you, and keep up the good work.
Regards from Canada,
Patricia Gonzalez