A Musician’s Path to Prayer

Prayers and meditations for the musician as a preparation for playing and singing.

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Sunday’s Music in Parishes

What are parishes from around the country singing? What music is enhancing worship in their unique situations? How does it compare to your parish? Any new ideas for you?

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Musical Musings

MD Ridge
(10/28/12)

Persistence and Restoration

Blind Bartimaeus was persistent, calling out again and again for Jesus to pity him. Some in the crowd thought he was a pain and should just shut up; but Jesus heard him and restored his sight.

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Music planning checklist for musicians

There are many factors that could influence the music at a particular Mass on Sunday. Here are some of the basics.

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NPM Music Planning Calendar

Suggested hymns and songs based on Sunday’s readings

NPM Choral Anthem Project

Suggested music for choirs based on Sunday’s readings