Convention Opening and Keynote
1:30 - 3:30 PM
Gathering | Annual Members’ Meeting
We gather in the shadow of the Second Vatican Council to ask God to "renew
the face of the earth" and to explore our part in that continuing renewal. We are
welcomed by NPM leaders and by representatives of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
The NPM president and the chair of the Board of Directors offer a brief summary
of the work and state of the association.
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Keynote | The Universal Call to Holiness
Ronald Raab, csc
One of the most prominent themes of the Second Vatican Council, which opened
fifty years ago, was its teaching that all of God's people are called to holiness. More
recently, Sing to the Lord: Music in Divine Worship took up this theme in its declaration
that "liturgical musicians are first of all disciples, only then are they ministers" (Sing,
49). How do musicians, clergy, and other pastoral ministers sing and live out the call
to holiness in their own lives and invite their communities to embrace it as well? |
RONALD RAAB, CSC |
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Breakout Sessions 4:15 - 5:30 pm
DMMD, Children's Choir Director, and Cantor Express Institutes end at 5:45
pm.
A-1 DMMD Institute: Celebrating the Liturgical Year
Michael S Driscoll, Mark Purcell
A liturgical theologian and a pastoral musician discuss the theology of the Liturgical Year and how to celebrate the year musically and liturgically. Theory, practice, and suggestions will be offered that can deepen the knowledge of the Institute participants and spark ways in which to celebrate the Liturgical Year clearly. For DMMD members only. Details... |
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A-2 Electronic Keyboard and Integrating Technologies, Part 1
Keith Kalemba
A technological and pastoral exploration of electronic keyboards and related technologies for use in the liturgy. |
Technology |
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A-3 The Church in the Modern World
Bob Hurd
Over the past five decades, how has the vision of "Gaudium et Spes" influenced the relationship of the Catholic Church to the wider human community, particularly the diversity of cultures, the pursuit of justice, and the quest for peace? |
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A-4 How To Connect Current Texts, Recent Past, and Our Larger Tradition
J. Michael Joncas
The texts of the Third Typical Edition of The Roman Missal have a history, as does our liturgical prayer. Discover the connections that can invite us to pray these texts for deeper meaning. |
Liturgy |
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A-5 Engaging Youth in Liturgy
ValLimar Jansen
Creating a welcoming environment for youth of all cultures. |
Adults working with Youth |
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A-6 Introducing Chant Repertoire: The Roman Missal
Charles Thatcher
Practical suggestions for introducing the chants of the third typical edition of the Roman Missal into your community’s prayer. |
Chant |
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A-7 Resources and Tools for Small Choirs
David Anderson
A small choir can be a challenge but also an opportunity for finding resources that will sing the Liturgy and deepen the faith of your community. |
Choir Directors |
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A-8 Chant as a Vehicle for Vocal Production and Choral Sound
Robert Strusinski
Seems like new music will continue to be written based on chants, or re-discovered. Chant is a vehicle for vocal production: purity of sound, intonation, good vocal technique, etc. |
Choir Directors |
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A-9 Playing Hispanic Rhythms and Styles
Peter Kolar
Learn techniques to emulate Hispanic rhythms and styles on the keyboard. |
Pianists |
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A-10 The Singing Guitarist
Jaime Cortez
Many who play the guitar also serve as a song-leader and ensemble leader. Explore practical tips to help you lead the liturgy with both instruments. |
Ensemble |
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A-11 Singing the Psalms
Michel Guimont
Creative ways of singing the psalms, including the Lectionary Psalms and other settings, involving cantor, SATB choir, SATB quartet, singing the tones in unison and parts, and hearing the congregation. |
Psalmody |
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A-12 Integrating Music, Styles, and Ages
Kate Cuddy
An in-depth look at the magic that happens when we don't always separate adult music ministry from young adult ministry. |
Music Directors |
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A-13 Composers' Forum Part 1
Tom Kendzia
Members of Composers’ Forum give practical advice to composers of unpublished music that was previously submitted. See New Music Review. |
Composers |
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A-14 The History of the Spirituals
Kenneth Louis
Discover the rich history that Spirituals have had and their use in Roman Catholic worship. |
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A-15 Overview and Introduction of the Basic Cantor Certification [Required for BCC onsite adjudication]
Mary Lynn Pleczkowski
Learn the what, how, why, and ways of NPM's Basic Cantor Certificate. This session is required as part of the BCC on site adjudication. More information... |
Cantor Certificate |
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A-16 Voice Class for Cantors and Choir Members, Part 1
Mary Clare McAlee
A group voice class to improve your skills for leading the Assembly whether as a cantor or a choir member. |
Cantors |
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A-17 Life After Roman Missal Implementation: What’s Worked, What’s Challenged, What’s Surprised
Daniel Cardinal DiNardo,Thomas Dragga, Richard Hilgartner, and Robert Webster
Gather with other members of the presbyterate for an honest exploration of how implementing the third typical edition of the Roman Missal has gone and what still needs to be done. |
Clergy Only |
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A-18 Music Ministry and the Eucharist: Preparing and Celebrating in the Midst of Challenging Times
David Haas, Lori True
The theology and structure of the liturgy and our sacramental rites have remained intact since Vatican II. The pastoral realities of preparing and celebrating quality liturgy have changed dramatically? Reflect on how we prepare, the planning process, and how to make good musical choices with so many resources available. |
Liturgy: Rites |
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A-19 Celebrating the Liturgy of the Hours in Parish or Religious Communities
J. Michael Thompson
Morning and Evening Prayer have a rich tradition in our church. While a daily commitment for clergy and religious, the Liturgy of the Hours is the prayer of the entire Church. Explore resources that help us be faithful to the Rites and would serve religious communities with their special needs and parishes who join in this prayer of the Church. |
Religious Community |
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A-20 Contemporary: Liturgical, Devotional, and More
Steve Angrisano, Curtis Stephan
Contemporary Catholic Christian music is used in a variety of prayer forms. Find resources that fit Liturgical prayer, others that serve the devotional life of the Church, and the other settings that can benefit from this style of music. |
Music Directors |
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A-21 Hymn Database Resources and Much More
Harry Plantinga
Discover resources to read and print lyrics; view, play, transpose, and print scores; listen to audio files; read hymn stories and text writer and composer bios; download and upload arrangements; search by various criteria; and more. |
Music Directors |
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Organ Master Class MC-01
Monday, July 23 | 4:00–6:00 pm
Hector Olivera
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A master class with a fine clinician and performer. Each participant is to submit a listing of four possible works from which Mr. Olivera will choose one. Each playing participant will prepare that piece to play as part of the Master Class. These works are to be selected from the general mainstream of organ literature, that is, works with which most organists are familiar and generally incorporate as part of their repertoire. Works must be submitted by June 1, 2012. Participants will be informed as to their choice. Pre-registration required; no on-site registration; fee: $30. |
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Institute for Diocesan Directors of Music I-03
Psalms, Diocesan Repertoire, & More:
An International Perspective
4:00-5:15 pm
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Paul Inwood
We belong to a universal Church. How do we pray throughout the world in
ways that develop a diocesan repertoire, psalm resources, and materials that can
enrich our diocesan celebrations? For diocesan directors of music only. Pre-registration
required; no on-site registration. |
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Youth Gathering I
6:00–7:00 pm
NPM Is Here for You!
Rachelle Kramer
Come and meet other young people, ages
14–21, attending the convention and discover
how to make the best use of your
time this week. See Youth Room. |
Evening Events One
7:15 pm–8:15 pm
National Catholic Children's Choir Festival Performance 01-01
Michael Wustrow
Participants in the NPM National Catholic Children's Choir Festival have been preparing
since Sunday for this performance. Come and listen to young voices raised
in God's praise! |
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God's Holy Women in Song 01-02
Come, celebrate the gifts that women composers have made and are making to
liturgical song. Sponsored by OCP. |
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Evening Events Two
9:00 pm–10:00 pm
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A Celebration: Hymns & Classics for Organ & Instruments 02-01
Charles Callahan
Lift your voice in a varied program of sacred song for organ and instruments arranged,
composed, edited, and led by Dr. Charles Callahan with creative music making that
will delight and inspire you! Sponsored by MorningStar Publishers. |
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O God of Countless Names 02-02
David Haas, Lori True, Donna Peña, Ray East, and Joe Camacho
Gather for prayer to praise the many faces of God, to widen our view of community,
and to delight in the rich diversity of God's people. Sing, praise, rejoice, sway, clap,
dance, lament, pray, and be moved to cry out for a world in need of re-connection,
of unity, of God. Sponsored by GIA. |
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Exhibits Opening Gala
Late Night Expo I
10:00 PM - 12:00 Midnight
Gather at the Exhibit Hall at
the end of an exciting first day
for our grand opening. Enjoy a
complimentary selection of hot
and cold snacks and a cash bar.
Enjoy the company of friends and
colleagues and check out the incredible
variety of products and
services to assist your ministry. |
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