Rediscover the Sacred (June 21-26)
The pontificate of Benedict XVI could be a turning point in the history of Church music, a period when the "examination of conscience" concerning music, called for by John Paul II, begins to yield fruit and truly sacred music again assumes pride of place in Catholic liturgy. The Pope has written eloquently on the topic, and already Papal liturgies are serving as a magnificent example to Catholic musicians around the world.
But are church musicians prepared to participate in a renaissance of chant and polyphony? Do they understand the theological rationale? It is going to require concentrated effort on the part of thousands of people to rediscover the beauty of what is left behind. In addition to prayer and catechesis, what church musicians need more than anything else is practical training in finding their way around the repertoire, navigating the liturgical year, acculturating themselves to the sound and feel of chant, as well reading neumes and the music editions published by Solesmes.
Fortunately, the Church Music Association of America offers the perfect opportunity: The 15th Summer Music Colloquium: Liturgical Music and the Restoration of the Sacred, under the leadership of Rev. Robert A. Skeris, and featuring a remarkable faculty. It runs from June 21 to 26, 2005, and is held at Catholic University, Washington, DC. Services available to colloquium participants in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will range from simple sung Mass in Latin and English to morning and evening prayer, from Benediction hymns to a parish high Mass (Missa Cantata) at the Franciscan Monastery of Mt. St. Sepulchre.
The cost, which includes room and board, as well as registration and materials, is $475. Day rates are also available. Find out more details here.
But are church musicians prepared to participate in a renaissance of chant and polyphony? Do they understand the theological rationale? It is going to require concentrated effort on the part of thousands of people to rediscover the beauty of what is left behind. In addition to prayer and catechesis, what church musicians need more than anything else is practical training in finding their way around the repertoire, navigating the liturgical year, acculturating themselves to the sound and feel of chant, as well reading neumes and the music editions published by Solesmes.
Fortunately, the Church Music Association of America offers the perfect opportunity: The 15th Summer Music Colloquium: Liturgical Music and the Restoration of the Sacred, under the leadership of Rev. Robert A. Skeris, and featuring a remarkable faculty. It runs from June 21 to 26, 2005, and is held at Catholic University, Washington, DC. Services available to colloquium participants in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception will range from simple sung Mass in Latin and English to morning and evening prayer, from Benediction hymns to a parish high Mass (Missa Cantata) at the Franciscan Monastery of Mt. St. Sepulchre.
The cost, which includes room and board, as well as registration and materials, is $475. Day rates are also available. Find out more details here.
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