The second annual Sacred Music Study Day was a great day at CISM, with over 100 people joining us. We heard a talk by Dr. Donelson-Nowicka about the unity effected through sacred music, especially in light of the election of our new Holy Father, Leo XIV, whose motto is “In Illo Uno Unum,” “In Him who is one, we are one.” After a session on group vocal technique, we rehearsed a beautiful Mass ordinary by Paul Jernberg, learned the propers for a Marian votive Mass during paschaltide, and added some great Easter Marian hymns to our repertory. All participants sang for a solemn Mass with archbishop Cordileone, beautifully served by ADSF seminarians. In his homily, the archbishop gave a wonderful catechesis about the power of beauty to draw us into God’s covenant. We had a great lunch together, and about 30 music directors stayed for a session on learning to conduct chant. CISM was so delighted to host so many wonderful singers from all over northern California – thank you for your presence, your prayers, and your voices!
If you missed it this year, be sure to join us next year!
Please enjoy some photos from the day, as posted on our FB page, or our IG account.