Gradual

As the Gradual from the Dedication of the Church put it: “Locus iste a Deo factus est, inaestimabile sacramentum”.

The Theology and Metaphysics of the Gothic Cathedral - part 2 2009

One might argue that the English alone would suggest that, but we do well to recall that the Latin Gradual of ancient origin is actually the most melismatic chant of the entire Mass – and the purpose is to inspire extended reflection and preparation.

The Reform is Being Reformed 2009

And the English from the American Gradual is as follows:

Deus, Deus Meus: Gregorian English 2009

The glorious American Gradual is updated through Easter.

American Gradual Update 2009

The Origin of Form Was Abrupt Not Gradual is an article by Suzan Mazur which is focused on the views of cellular biologist Stuart Newman.

2008 October - Telic Thoughts 2008

The name Gradual (Graduale Romanum) is also used for the book that contains the music sung by the choir at Mass.

The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 6: Fathers of the Church-Gregory XI 1840-1916 1913

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News from Australia: Bishop Elliott 2009

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On Sacred Music in Scotland 2009

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Interpreting Newman’s Beatification: Reactions from Key Figures 2009

Everyone Calm Down, the Choral Gradual is Complete ...

St. Mary of the Lake, Door Peninsula, Wisconsin 2009