Walking For Ubi Caritas
- Dominic McGonigal
- Jun 11
- 1 min read
Thursday, 11th of June 2026
I am walking for Ubi Caritas, track 10 in the choral album.
Ubi Caritas is a contemplative setting of the words Where There Is Love, There Is God. For centuries, it was one of the antiphons sung at the washing of the feet on Maundy Thursday. Now, it is used at the Offertory and for general use where the liturgical theme is love, including weddings. Like the famous Duruflé Ubi Caritas, this setting is based on the Gregorian chant. The beautiful flowing melodies appear in different voices in different modes, set against a pedal note. The harmonic colour is accentuated by the use of the words Ubi Caritas as a refrain. It is scored SATB Choir a cappella and can be rehearsed by a professional quartet in about ten minutes. It is suitable for general liturgical use (especially communion and Holy Week), as well as in concert programmes.
Ubi Caritas is available for a dedication!
Please support me to record this beautiful piece @ Dominic-McGonigal-Debut-Albums-Crowdfunder.
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