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Love Beyond Knowledge with The Gaelic Mass

By Christopher Walker

Love Beyond Knowledge with The Gaelic Mass

Christopher Walker returns with breathtaking arrangements in this collection of hymns and Mass settings rooted in tradition.
Love Beyond Knowledge [CD]
with The Gaelic Mass
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Gaelic Mass [MP3 Album]
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Love Beyond Knowledge [MP3 Album]
with The Gaelic Mass
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Love Beyond Knowledge [Octavo Packet]
with the Gaelic Mass
$22.50
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Gaelic Mass - Gloria [PDF Manuscript]
$1.50
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Love Beyond Knowledge [CD]
with The Gaelic Mass
$14.99
30140568
SHIP
Gaelic Mass [MP3 Album]
$4.99
30141090
DIGITAL
Love Beyond Knowledge [MP3 Album]
with The Gaelic Mass
$12.99
30140569
DIGITAL
Love Beyond Knowledge [Octavo Packet]
with the Gaelic Mass
$22.50
30140567
SHIP
Gaelic Mass - Gloria [PDF Manuscript]
$1.50
30140073
DIGITAL
Gaelic Mass - Gloria [PDF Manuscript]
$1.50
30140073
DIGITAL
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Inspired by the unique vocal stylings of Gaelic music, Christopher Walker has created powerful hymns and a striking mass setting. Each song highlights his signature blend of strong vocals, accompanied by flutes, violins and horns; a style that is instantly recognizable amongst parishes across the U.S. His music promotes community and growth through the grace of God, and he has provided musical variations meant to accommodate the needs of any parish.

Lyrically Inspired Works Through Collaboration

  • In collaboration with Paule Freeburg, DC "Be Still and Know That I Am God" encourages us to slow down and examine our lives. The purposefully simplistic lyrics are counterpointed by flowing vocal harmonies and piano arpeggios; perfect for moments of meditation and contemplation.
  • "Lord, Let Me Love You More and More" was written by renowned hymnodist James Quinn, SJ. His lyrics, while straightforward, are fully utilized in this SATB choral arrangement.
  • "The Serenity Prayer" can be used as an aid to recovery through times of strife. It provides us with Christ's love and comfort when we need it most.

Plus these tracks are not strictly limited to the liturgy, but can enhance your worship experience at a group retreat, communal gathering or bible study as well.

A Mass Setting of Gaelic Tradition

If you loved Christopher Walker's Celtic Mass, then you'll love this new collection; composed of flowing melodies and spacious harmonies. While the two settings are stylistically similar, this new adaptation lingers on soft notes, slowing down rhythm and allowing flutes and violins to wander. It can also be sung in unison or SATB, offering versatility for your choir and assembly.

Find more octavos for Gaelic Mass here.