For Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello, finding the right artists to perform at the Emmaus Center is a labor of love, and he believes that renowned Contemporary Christian artist Mike Donehey, who will perform at the center on Tuesday, Oct. 13, is that rare artist who checks off all the right boxes.
Author: John Alexander
Golden-Voiced Tenor Macchio Honored to Perform at Emmaus
While Christopher Macchio is a world-renowned tenor who has performed in some of the most esteemed venues around the globe, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Apollo Theater, and the White House, he holds a special place in his heart for the Diocese of Brooklyn’s Emmaus Center.
Only in Print: Msgr. Ferrari Shares How Country Music Has Always Inspired Him
When country legend Charley Pride asked the musical question “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone” in his chart-topping hit from 1970, he probably did not envision a young graduate from Cathedral College Seminary in Queens, New York driving across New York State in a used pickup truck listening to his music.
27th Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic Re-do Goes Off Without a Bogey
After taking a mulligan due to inclement weather last month, the much-anticipated 27th Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic finally had its day at the North Hills Country Club.
St. Anselm Music Director Therese Panicali Hits All the Right Notes
Therese Panicali believes it was a leap of faith that helped her follow her heart’s dream to pursue a career in music.
Bishop’s Golf Classic Goes Way off ‘Course’
At first, it seemed like the perfect day for a golf outing. The skies were blue, the sun was shining, and the weather was just right, but Mother Nature was about to serve up a surprise.
Multi-Talented Music Director Has Ties to Both St. Francis Schools
Michael Fontana has dedicated the past 30 years of his life to producing and directing pastoral music in the Roman Catholic tradition. He also has a rich background in music as a composer — having published his first piece of organ music at the age of 18 — and has continued to compose, with several pieces published last year.
Only in Print: Two Friends Take a Transatlantic Trip to Raise Money for Charity
The words of the Bing Crosby classic “Galway Bay” define the transatlantic trip that two friends are taking from New York’s Hudson River to Ireland’s Galway Bay.
Music Helps Fill the Church At the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph
Music Director Alejandro Zuleta and Choir Leader Cristina Maria Castro at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights believe that music is the best medicine to bring parishioners back to the pews following the Covid pandemic.
The ‘Technology Superintendent’
Deacon Kevin McCormack, the newly-named superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Brooklyn, has spent nearly 40 years guiding students at Xaverian, first as a teacher and then as principal for the past 15 years.