Music, Worship, Service

Music that lifts hearts -- and raises roofs: solemnities at cathedrals. Music that whispers -- a cantor leading a small, Monday morning assembly. Texts and melodies that give voice to our inner devotion.

Praise Be to Christ

The St. Thomas More Group

Expressing a striking variety of styles, the 16 titles include ritual music, Gospel acclamations, responsorial psalm settings, strophic hymns, an ostinato refrain recalling the Taizé chants, a chant in an African style and a moving piece for Good Friday.

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A musical re-telling of the life and ministry of Christ, from the Incarnation to the exhortation "Go out to the whole world, proclaim the Good News." With songs for use in liturgies throughout the year, Praise Be to Christ reflects the group's continuing commitment to writing accessible melodies and adaptable pieces for communities with varying needs and resources.

Expressing a striking variety of styles, the 16 titles include ritual music, Gospel acclamations, responsorial psalm settings, strophic hymns, an ostinato refrain recalling the Taizé chants, a chant in an African style and a moving piece for Good Friday.

The St. Thomas More Group -- Stephen Dean, Peter Jones, Peter McGrail, Anne Quigley, Bill Tamblyn and James Walsh -- includes many of England's leading liturgical composers. Produced by Andrew Wright, the recording features an enthusiastic performance by a choir of young singers from Cambridge.
"There are songs...that will suit whatever size parish and choir you have. I found this to be an inspiring collection of new writing, both for choirs and congregations. Those written for cantor, choir and assembly are particularly useful, involving all in the music and worship. ...The CD gives a good idea of each composition, and shows clearly what a choir should be aiming for."
Jane Trew, Music and Liturgy