Empowering and connecting ensemble musicians
Online resources for ensemble musicians
We believe that ensemble music can open the hearts of the faithful so God can better reach and shape them. Our organization seeks to open the hearts of those who open the hearts of others.
Our CLEF Life online resources include both educational and inspirational content in the areas of music, liturgy, scripture, ministry, and spirituality.
Spanish Elisions in Liturgical Music
An elision is the omission of a sound or syllable when speaking. In Spanish songs, we frequently see this happen when one word ends with
Spanish Vowel Pronunciations for Liturgical Music
Singing bilingual music in English and Spanish is a great option for diversifying the repertoire of any liturgical ensemble. In this video, Anna Betancourt teaches
Celebrating Diversity on Pentecost and Beyond
With the Sacred Triduum in our rearview mirror, we look forward to celebrating these 50 days of Easter and on to the great celebration of
July 14-19, 2024
CLEF Summer Program
The CLEF Summer Program is a week-long experience in Milford, Ohio, designed specifically for ensemble musicians. The week includes instrumental and vocal sessions, prayer, reflection, and community.
About our organization
Catholic Liturgical Ensemble Formation (CLEF) is an all-volunteer organization that provides training, education, and an active support network to empower ensemble musicians to facilitate full, conscious, and active participation in the liturgy.
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CLEF wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our donors, volunteers, and online community. We invite you to join us in helping open the hearts of the faithful by supporting ensemble music in liturgy.
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