Fall generates new ideas and new music for us, most every year.

Our schola is currently working on

In Pace In Idipsum by Tallis (a new edition created by Schola members)

The Di Lasso Magnificat in the 8th Mode.

Te Deum (chant)

Ave Maris Stella chant/poly alternatim by Hassler

O Magnum Mysterium (Vitoria)

It is a common experience at papal liturgies: everyone in the world joins to sing a chant hymn such as “Regina Caeli” or “Ave Maria” – except Americans, who have sadly neglected the chant tradition for several decades. It was to rectify this problem that Cardinal Arnize came to St. Louis last year to urge Americans to take up chant again.

To address the issue in our own parish, the St. Cecilia Schola is starting Monday night chant class for men and women of all ages. We’ll teach the basic chant music of the Catholic faith. The classes are for everyone, even those who believe they cannot sing a note. Join us starting September 10th, 7:00-8:00pm, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Auburn, Alabama. We’ll have lots of fun and learn to pray in a new way. And please bring your friends!

Here is the poster.