There are rules in the Missal, and the Holy See issues the last documents. It was 1967, an instruction in holy music, which was substantially valid for the Novus Ordo, I think. It was not foreseen that during the consecration, there should not be music or songs so that people can truly consecrate themselves to this central and most important moment of the Holy Mass, which is the consecration. This moment signifies the sacramental presence of the sacrifice of the cross, allowing people to concentrate and be recollected. Therefore, it goes against the nature of this act of consecration. In the old rite, the traditional Mass, it is observed in silence. It should be a moment of recollection and interior prayer.
Hence, the ringing of the bell is helpful. Incense can be used to glorify the sacramental body of Christ during consecration. However, music may not be so fitting for this moment.
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