The Masonic Vocal Manual

The Masonic Vocal Manual by Robert Macoy is a comprehensive guide to the music and songs used in Masonic lodges. The book provides a detailed history of Masonic music and its significance within the organization. It also includes a collection of hymns, chants, and songs that are commonly used in Masonic rituals and ceremonies. The book is divided into sections based on the type of music, including opening and closing odes, funeral hymns, and installation music. Each section includes the lyrics and musical notation for each piece, as well as suggestions for appropriate occasions to use them. The Masonic Vocal Manual is an essential resource for anyone interested in Masonic music, whether as a singer, musician, or simply as a curious reader.1904. The object of the present volume is to furnish Lodges, Masonic, and Appropriate Ceremonials with a complete Collection of Odes for all practical purposes. Great care has been used in the selection: all light and trifling pieces were rejected, and it is believed that nothing has been admitted, but such as will tend to advance the dignity of the Order, and elevate the moral character of its members. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.