Sacred music is expressly meant to draw us closer to God in a sacred space, to elevate our experience of the divine. Other forms of music, while not written with a spiritual focus, can also be “the echo of the glory and beauty of heaven,” as Saint Hildegard, a 12th century composer who lived long before rap music hit the scene, wrote in her theological work, Scivias.
Music hasn’t always been accepted in sacred spaces, and was actively discouraged in the early church, being seen as something pagan, but over time the different forms of music we now know were allowed. This past weekend we saw Pope Leo’s openness to modern forms of music in the concert held at the Vatican. In it’s many forms “music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent.” as Victor Hugo said.
Showcasing SHA talent: John in 4th shows an octopus working on a electronic composition.
God bless,
Mrs. Alhadef
4th grade Aide
Campus Minister