August 2022 archive of Music & Liturgy Musings
Kairos vs. Chronos
Posted by Anthony Gallina on 8/16/22
Time: a resource which is all too fleeting and something which we wish we all had more of. The more we “need,” the faster it seems to go. In regards to time, I have been struggling recently—mightily at times (pun intended)—and this issue presents itself all the more when ... Read More »
More on Progressive Solemnity
Posted by Anthony Gallina on 8/10/22
Closing out our four-part look at music in the Mass last week, we discussed progressive solemnity, particularly in how it is applied when it comes to singing. In employing progressive solemnity, we see that the higher the rank of the feast, more singing is included as demanded by the nature ... Read More »
A Cry from Deep Within: Singing in the Sacred Liturgy - Part IV
Posted by Anthony Gallina on 8/10/22
As we have read over the last three weeks, when we gather together for worship, music, —specifically singing—, is integral. But what is sung and how is that determined? That determination is made by the principle of progressive solemnity. Human nature demands that there is balance in all aspects of ... Read More »
A Cry from Deep Within: Singing in the Sacred Liturgy - Part III
Posted by Anthony Gallina on 8/10/22
In last week’s article, we read that when we come into the presence of the Lord, especially in the Holy Mass, speech is not enough—parts of our being break into song. Our personal experiences and emotions overflow into a communal song which the community lifts up as we sing ... Read More »