Richard Morris Quotes & Sayings
26 most famous Richard Morris quotes and sayings (clergyman). These are the first 10 quotes we have.
“The democratic and pedestrian character of the new Mass itself seems to invite the ditties that pass for hymns these days.”
“But nowadays hymns are the norm, because people don't have much else to sing.”
“Participation is easily obtained with Latin chant.”
“There's nothing stupider than bursting into song for seven seconds and then falling silent again.”
“Even Catholic parishes today are not wanting for talent. But no serious singer or organist will get anywhere near the typical music program, at least if he wants to retain his self-respect.”
“Inaudible prayers, particularly of the Canon, which at first don't seem to have anything to do with music, end up being a very important part of the aesthetic of the traditional structure of the Mass.”
“The pastor of a parish will typically have no education in the chant or in music, and he will hire the first music director who walks through the door.”
“All you hear Catholics turning out these days are pop versions of the old Protestant anthems.”
“When the truth is that there would be no great Western music, and certainly no decent choral repertoire, without the Catholic faith.”
“As for sacred polyphony, there is no reason to be afraid of it.”
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