Jillian was a soprano at Boston College during my first years back working there, and I think I got to know her gorgeous voice before I got to know her. She’s gifted in many ways and also has a beautiful baby who plays a role in her contribution to the How Can I Keep fromContinue reading >>
Wonderwall: A guest post from Amy Chapman
I worked with Amy at St Ignatius parish a few years ago and quickly grew to value her as a colleague and a friend. I’m grateful that she brought her perspective to the How Can I Keep from Singing series of guest posts, choosing an unexpected song and making it seem like the obvious choice.Continue reading >>
Where the Angels Ever Sing: A guest post from Kristine Haas
Kristine has known my sweetheart since they were in grade school, and I am so glad to have gotten to know her recent years. According to Robert, his first memory of live music is hearing Kristine play the piano in a school talent show. I am so grateful to her for introducing him to theContinue reading >>
Blest Are They: A guest post from Diana Macalintal
Diana Macalintal feels like my soul sister on a different coast, and I think you’ll see why as you read. You’re going to love this piece about a widely used liturgical song based on the beatitudes. Drive north across the Golden Gate Bridge and you pass through what many call God’s country: the San Francisco Bay,Continue reading >>
My hopes, my dreams, my sacred shrine: A guest post from Mike Morton
I wish I could take credit for a fraction of Mike Morton’s taste or wisdom. Even though I was one of his directors in the Liturgy Arts Group at Boston College, he turned out so well all on his own. His contribution to the How Can I Keep from Singing series shares his unique takeContinue reading >>