Paul Inwood

Liturgical Assembly, Liturgical Song combines two books originally written in French by Joseph Gelineau, renowned Jesuit composer, author and musicologist: Reflections on Renewal and Ritual Roots of the Sung Parts of the Mass. It is a pastoral and scholarly resource for musicians, liturgists, presiding ministers and anyone striving to deepen their understanding of the role of music in the liturgy.

The Second Vatican Council engaged in a profound reform of the liturgy. Father Gelineau, one of the artisans of this reform, shares in Liturgical Assembly, Liturgical Song his re-reading of liturgical evolution. He invites all Christians to realize what is at stake in the ever-renewing liturgy. Addressing liturgical, historical and musicological issues, Father Gelineau brings to the reader the laws of music in terms of how they apply to singing for the liturgy. Marked by a depth of knowledge and concise presentation, Liturgical Assembly, Liturgical Song is very personal in style, reflecting the author's manner of speaking.

[178 pp, 6 x 9, softcover] ISBN 1-56929-044-X

Addressing the key issues facing pastoral musicians in a comprehensive, serious and creative way, this resource includes a wealth of information on the liturgical, historical, anthropological and aesthetic dimensions of musical liturgy.

184 pages, size: 6"x9", ISBN: 0-912405-98-8

Children at Heart is packed with a wide range of meaningful and fresh liturgical songs, from the upbeat "Alleluia 'Ch-Ch'" to the quietly reflective "New And Eternal Day." Written primarily for ages 8-12, it is not condescending; extensive testing with thousands of middle school children, teachers and parents in the U.S. and Great Britain has proved that Children at Heart appeals to listeners of all ages.

This collection includes the first bereavement song written especially for children; a new, more involving setting for the Eucharistic Prayer for Masses with Children (I and II); non-patronizing, inclusive texts for the dismissal chants; and children's choir parts for the Eucharistic Acclamations.

The songbook contains piano parts, guitar chords with chord charts, solo instrument parts and useful indexes.

Hear old and new Christmas melodies catch fire under the nimble fingers of Val Parker and Paul Inwood.

Both performers are known for their improvisational talent, and this recording represents the first time they have been recorded together. These are true piano duet improvisations, where the performers play off each other and are inspired by each other as they go along.

Paul and Val intersperse new original material with well-known melodies, and their music for meditation, prayer and relaxation, all have that special Christmas spirit. If you enjoyed Paul's Eternity or Val's What Wondrous Love, you're sure to love Peace at Christmas. This collection also includes four solo pieces, two by each artist.

Children at Heart is packed with a wide range of meaningful and fresh liturgical songs, from the upbeat "Alleluia 'Ch-Ch'" to the quietly reflective "New And Eternal Day." Written primarily for ages 8-12, it is not condescending; extensive testing with thousands of middle school children, teachers and parents in the U.S. and Great Britain has proved that Children at Heart appeals to listeners of all ages.

This collection includes the first bereavement song written especially for children; a new, more involving setting for the Eucharistic Prayer for Masses with Children (I and II); non-patronizing, inclusive texts for the dismissal chants; and children's choir parts for the Eucharistic Acclamations.

The songbook contains piano parts, guitar chords with chord charts, solo instrument parts and useful indexes.