Today we can scarcely go to a clothing store, a health club or even a gas station without being besieged by a variety of thumping, agitating and jarring music blasting from speakers above. While I appreciate a variety of music,…
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The principle of universality is not something I had considered in any depth at all until recently, when it was mentioned in a talk about sacred music. I have been reflecting on its meaning in other aspects of the culture…
From the Editor: We realize we are jumping the gun somewhat with a recommendation of new Advent music, but because Advent has been all but swallowed up by pop culture we thought CE readers would appreciate any help exploring the…
A composer tells us his approach in composing works that are fresh and new, while reflecting the timeless principles that constitute sacred music. Listen also to his beautiful newly composed Mass.
The following is an essay written by the composer…
