Matins and Vespers: New Collection by Liturgical Folk
By Ryan Flanigan | | New Works | Liturgical Folk, Liturgical Worship, music
Music makes the prayers more accessible to us, and much of the Daily Office is actually meant to be sung. So, since there is none in the prayer book, we made up our own music.
The Role of Music in Liturgical Worship: An Interview with Ryan Flanigan
By AMIA Communications | | Worship | Liturgical Folk, Liturgical Worship, Liturgy, music, Ryan Flanigan, Text
Music serves the liturgy; it does not stand as a liturgy in itself. Music aids the people in singing the praises of God. Music opens the hearts, minds and emotions of worshipers to experience the beauty of the Lord. Music is NOT a neutral vehicle for words; it is not just a cognitive exercise.