It is a typical Sunday morning at The Old Church. It is early and The Fellow has finished up his morning business. Sitting in one of the pews taking a few moments in prayer before things get too busy with Mass. It doesn’t take long before someone else makes his appearance. The Music Director.
He is a man of many talents and just as many responsibilities in the life of the church. Part organist. Part choir director. The one who has to decide which music is to be used. Making sure it fits with the readings for the Mass. Taking on a bit of a musical juggling act. Finding a balance between what is acceptable and traditional as far as the hymns being used. As well as making sure to pick a few that the congregation will enjoy singing.
The Music Director moves about the church and starts to get the members of the choir ready to sing for the morning. Getting everyone involved on the same page. Both in terms of rhythm and in one, unified, voice. It can be a difficult task in the parish. The Music Director understands that some may not always agree with the selection of songs.
However each hymn has a purpose and a place. Music is vital to the Mass. It helps connect things. The Fellow is always impressed and amazed as to what the director is able to do each and every weekend. As well as taking on the responsibilities of being the organist. Taking hours of time each week to practice and prepare. More that what most people will ever realize.
Off in the background The Fellow sees the Piano Player arriving and getting his morning selection of music ready to play. With the sounds of the piano it means that it won’t be too long before Mass will begin. The Music Director takes his time to make sure everything is ready. The last bit of preparation.
Not long after the Piano Player finishes. The Music Director takes his place along with the members of the choir. He starts with the antiphons and then the opening song starts to play. The Fellow joins his voice in song as The Mass begins. Here at The Old Church. -
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