Dr. Carly York shares the overview of what you will learn in this course.
Unlock the Beauty of Gregorian Chant
Sing
Alma Redemptoris Mater
with Confidence
What you will Learn
Have you ever listened to Gregorian chant and wished you could sing it yourself? Do you love the idea of praying the beautiful Advent antiphon Alma Redemptoris Mater, but feel intimidated by the Latin or uncertain about the melody?
This mini-course is designed for you!
What You'll Learn
In just seven short video lessons (about45 minutes in total), you'll discover:
The fascinating story of Hermannus Contractus, the 11th-century monk who composed this timeless melody
What an antiphon is and how it's used in the Church's liturgical tradition
How to pronounce Latin correctly and confidently
The musical foundation you need: understanding the major scale and octave
Practical exercises for singing scales that will prepare your voice
A detailed melody lesson that breaks down Alma Redemptoris Mater phrase by phrase
Practice tracks so you can sing along and build your confidence
A downloadable MP3 professional recording sung by Carly York to use as a model
Why This Course Works
You don't need to be a trained musician or have years of vocal experience. This course meets you right where you are and gives you the tools to succeed. By the end, you'll be able to sing this ancient prayer with understanding, beauty, and devotion.
Whether you're preparing for Advent, enriching your personal prayer life, or simply love sacred music, this course will give you the gift of singing one of the Church's treasures.
Ready to begin?
Enroll now for just $27 and start singing Alma Redemptoris Mater today.
Meet Your Teacher:
Dr. Carly York
Carly earned her Masters of Arts Degree in Liturgical Music from the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, with a focus on Choral Conducting. She went on to earn a second Masters in Music Degree in Voice Performance & Pedagogy from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. As a lifelong learner and educator, Carly continued on to earn her Doctorate of Education Degree from Seton Hall University. Currently, she is on staff as the Principal Cantor at the Parish of St. Mary in Colts Neck, NJ. Dr. York is also the Manager of Education & Operations for the American Classical Orchestra in New York City.
She has been featured on SiriusXM’s Sounds from the Spires with Dr. Jennifer Pasqual; the This is the Day show on CatholicTV; and has performed with the National Chorale at Lincoln Center for five Seasons. Through her professional recordings and her faith-based online community @CatholicCantor, she brings sacred music and prayerful biblical reflections to those seeking peace and deeper spirituality in today’s busy world.
Carly has over 20 years of successful college, university, and K-12 music teaching experience. She taught music at international schools in Beijing, China; Zurich, Switzerland, and the UN International School in New York City. Carly’s student have consistently excelled in music performance and enjoyment throughout her career.
One Simple Price
Mini-Course
Only $27
