Question 136 – Is it proper to play recorded music during adoration?

Interview Organization: The Confraternity of Our Lady of Fatima
Interviewer Name: Christopher P. Wendt
In a sacred space like a church, especially with the Blessed Sacrament present, our behavior should reflect that reverence. Recorded music from instruments may not be appropriate during Holy Mass. Live music encourages congregation participation, and if that’s not possible, singing without instruments can maintain the sanctity of the environment.
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Transcript:

I think it is not appropriate. We are not in a concert hall or casually listening to music at home, rather, we are in a sacred space—the church—where the Blessed Sacrament is present. Our external behavior should reflect the sacredness of the environment.

Using recorded music from technical instruments in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament or during Holy Mass may not be fitting. The music in this context should ideally be live, allowing the congregation to actively participate. If live instruments are not available, singing without them is a viable option. It's important to maintain a sense of reverence and observe the sanctity of the place.