Author Archives: maddg

This is not the Christmas carol – this is a song with a text by Cyril Alington set to GELOBT SEI GOTT (aka VULPIUS). It is suitable for Easter and Christ the King. It was added by OCP for 2026. … Continue reading →

The next song chosen by OCP for 2026 is Ken Canedo’s, “For the Sake of Christ”. The text is based on 2 Cor 15:15, 12:7-10. The bridge can go into SATB parts if resources allow and the chanted chorus also … Continue reading →

OCP have chosen Michael Joncas’ Lenten text as reset by Scott Crandal (PREVAIL) for 2026. They say: Text writer Michael Joncas states that this piece “seeks to tie together Noah’s transforming experience surviving the Great Flood, Jesus’ transforming experience during … Continue reading →

It’s that time of year when I see what is in and out at OCP for 2026, before I get back to Australian compositions. Spoiler alert, what is in is chant adjacent and solemnity and what is out is liveliness … Continue reading →

The last song in Beth Doherty’s book, An Attutude of Beatitude, is this song honouring the work of grace in our lives. She notes its applicability for anointing and reconciliation. She also notes the influence of the song “Go Tell … Continue reading →

This is a song about hospitality from Beth Doherty’s An Attitude of Beatitude. It could be a gentle gathering song and illustrates most of the Gospel of Luke. The range is an issue again for me and while I can … Continue reading →

This is another of Beth Doherty’s songs from An Attitude of Beatitude inspired by her work in social justice and service. Many readings will be augmented by this song in liturgy and I was thinking of a subtle use on … Continue reading →

This is another sacred song from Beth Doherty’s An Attitude of Beatitude collection, available at Willow. The themes suit Gifts or Eucharist and of course use with the reflections and group activities in her book. Listening to her sing it, … Continue reading →

This is a fine song for Eucharist from Beth Doherty’s collection, An Attitude of Beatitude. It would be especially suitable at Christmas. This excellent collection is available in many versions that include the music, but also resources for using the … Continue reading →

From a well respected Australian composer of many years in Brian Boniwell, I will turn to one of our great younger songwriters, Beth Doherty. She is a journalist and songwriter whose involvment in matters of social justice has greatly formed … Continue reading →