Like all music, the figured bass should have no other end and aim than the glory of God and the recreation of the soul; where this is not kept in mind there is no true music, but only an infernal clamour and ranting.

Johann Sebastian Bach Show Summary:

• Today on The New Mason Jar, Cindy talks with Hannah Paris and Amy Edwards about the new Lenten companion book to Hallelujah, A Sacred Sacrifice
• How this book came to be through the years
• Some thoughts on why St. Matthew’s Passion is such an appropriate piece for Lent
• How the book is laid out for families to use
• Some thoughts on approaching Lent if it isn’t a normal part of your church tradition

Books and Links Mentioned:

A Sacred Sacrifice: Cultivating Lenten Traditions with Bach’s Great Passion by Hannah Paris

The Story of Charlotte Mason by Essex Cholmondeley

The Charlotte Mason Book of Quotes: Copywork to Inspire by Lanaya Gore

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