"Thank you so much Marisa for the work that you put into this beautiful music. It was a joy participating in the Fiesta Choir all these years and meeting your family. I have presented 3 different families in Italy with the CD and they were all amazed that a choir in the USA performed their sacred hymns so beautifully!"
- Greg B, 2024
" I will never forget the night at St. Sebastian's when we recorded that CD. One of the most beautiful, memorable nights of my life and I am sure many others! I miss singing and seeing everyone who was involved with the Festa Mass. That time we had together was so special!!! The making of that CD was a special gift to us all as well. Thank you so much Marisa and to your family for all you did to bring those beautiful Italian hymns to life with all of us!"
- Jean C, 2024
"For a person whose favorite song is 'Ave Maria,' the Italian Hymns CD of Inni e Canti is a perfect choice for my personal retreats. This CD had a way of pulling me into the beautiful songs in-between the three Ave Maria's. I can't get enough. I have been playing it in the morning so that I'm feeling angels singing for the rest of the day. I lost my 25 year old daughter 5 years ago. Ave Maria was sung at her funeral mass. I don't cry; I sob....in a good way. It's cleansing. Thank you for this incredible work of art!!!"
- Sue R, 2023
"Our residents are adoring the CDs! Thank you from the staff and residents of Villa Forum!"
- Laura Gillis, Villa Forum, Ontario, Canada, 2018
"Even though I am not Italian, when I sing these hymns in Italian, I sing them with more passion. Thank you for introducing them to us."
- Marilyn Jozwik, Soprano at FESTA Choir 2017
"Thank you for the wonderful CD of Inni e Canti...it is absolutely beautiful and reminds me of my youth when I visited San Marino as a child."
- Diane L, Troy, Michigan
"Every time I do heavy-duty work...I invariably put on the Inni e Canti CD for inspiration and strength to power through!"
- Maria G, Southgate, Michigan
"Dear Marisa: On July 23, 1966, a beautiful young woman from Detroit sang at my wedding in St. Angela Church (Italian) in Windsor, Ontario. I have never forgotten her rendition of "Ave Maria"....could you be that woman?...the CD arrived today -- much quicker than I thought. What wonderful melodies those hymns are! And so joyful...Your "Ave Maria" is as beautiful as ever despite your serious throat issues. The CD brought back so many memories."
- Diane S, Ontario, Canada
"It's been a while since I've heard the CD and I have to repeat that no other music makes me cry so joyfully and reverentially!! They say tears are the gift of the Holy Spirit, so it goes without saying that this is a spirit-filled recording. I love it."
- Maria B, Michigan
"It's so rich and moving and touches people so deeply, and there is so much heart and soul behind it."
- Beth, Florida
- Greg B, 2024
" I will never forget the night at St. Sebastian's when we recorded that CD. One of the most beautiful, memorable nights of my life and I am sure many others! I miss singing and seeing everyone who was involved with the Festa Mass. That time we had together was so special!!! The making of that CD was a special gift to us all as well. Thank you so much Marisa and to your family for all you did to bring those beautiful Italian hymns to life with all of us!"
- Jean C, 2024
"For a person whose favorite song is 'Ave Maria,' the Italian Hymns CD of Inni e Canti is a perfect choice for my personal retreats. This CD had a way of pulling me into the beautiful songs in-between the three Ave Maria's. I can't get enough. I have been playing it in the morning so that I'm feeling angels singing for the rest of the day. I lost my 25 year old daughter 5 years ago. Ave Maria was sung at her funeral mass. I don't cry; I sob....in a good way. It's cleansing. Thank you for this incredible work of art!!!"
- Sue R, 2023
"Our residents are adoring the CDs! Thank you from the staff and residents of Villa Forum!"
- Laura Gillis, Villa Forum, Ontario, Canada, 2018
"Even though I am not Italian, when I sing these hymns in Italian, I sing them with more passion. Thank you for introducing them to us."
- Marilyn Jozwik, Soprano at FESTA Choir 2017
"Thank you for the wonderful CD of Inni e Canti...it is absolutely beautiful and reminds me of my youth when I visited San Marino as a child."
- Diane L, Troy, Michigan
"Every time I do heavy-duty work...I invariably put on the Inni e Canti CD for inspiration and strength to power through!"
- Maria G, Southgate, Michigan
"Dear Marisa: On July 23, 1966, a beautiful young woman from Detroit sang at my wedding in St. Angela Church (Italian) in Windsor, Ontario. I have never forgotten her rendition of "Ave Maria"....could you be that woman?...the CD arrived today -- much quicker than I thought. What wonderful melodies those hymns are! And so joyful...Your "Ave Maria" is as beautiful as ever despite your serious throat issues. The CD brought back so many memories."
- Diane S, Ontario, Canada
"It's been a while since I've heard the CD and I have to repeat that no other music makes me cry so joyfully and reverentially!! They say tears are the gift of the Holy Spirit, so it goes without saying that this is a spirit-filled recording. I love it."
- Maria B, Michigan
"It's so rich and moving and touches people so deeply, and there is so much heart and soul behind it."
- Beth, Florida
In the July 24, 2014 edition of The Catholic Herald, Inni E Canti is profiled in the article "Music Is Means to Worship for Musician."
Inni E Canti and the translation and musical work of Marisa Gatti-Taylor and Olivia Gatti Taylor Kopitzke was featured in Joe Zammit Ciantar's latest book along with Hector Scerri, The Holy Eucharist and the Hymn 'T'Adoriam, Ostia Divina'.
INNI E CANTI is mentioned at 10:40 minutes in on this YouTube video from May 30, 2013.
"I want to express my gratitude for the wonderful CD of music that you shared with me. I really enjoy it."
- Most Reverend Donald J. Hying, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Milwaukee
"Your CD is truly a beautiful work of music!"
- Rev. John Bertogli, St. Ambroce Cathedral in Des Moines, Iowa, September 2014
"The music is beautiful and touches my soul. It is comfort for me."
- Sharon T, Milwaukee, April 2014
"What a beautiful voice!"
- Belen C, Milwaukee, April 2014
"The Inni e Canti CD that I sent to Quinto Verona Italia was just received. The family LOVED it. They were amazed that someone outside Italy was making such an effort to preserve the Traditional music of Italy. Their parish St John the Baptist still sings these songs regularly. Once again I must tell you that I feel very blessed to be a small piece of the Festa Choir from St Sebastian!"
- Greg B, Byron, Illinois, January 2014
"What an amazing project you undertook creating your remarkable recording of old Italian hymns! And I had no idea you were also an artist!!...
I feel privileged to know you and be the recipient of a copy of Inni e Canti. I can only imagine the hours and effort involved in producing it and extend my compliments to all who participated. The accompanying booklet is a treasure in itself."
- Thallis W, Milwaukee, June 2013
"The Ave Maria is just beautiful in all of the languages! What a beautiful voice!"
- Belen C, Milwaukee, June 2013
"Thanks for the CD! The boys and I listened to it yesterday, and Wiley called it the beautiful music. We just loaned it to our neighbors and they are very excited about it. The husband lived in Italy for many years and is involved in the local parish."
- Amy D.W., Boulder, 2013
"Sono molto belle sia le voci sia le musiche di quelle canzoni... Davvero speciale. Mi hanno riportato alla mia fanciulezza, quando bambina cantavo nel coro parrochiale."
- Gabriella R, San Marino, April 2013
"E un buonissimo risultato discografico con il lodevole obiettivo di salvare un qualcosa che appartiene alle nostre radici...le versioni tradotte sono ottime...un complimento a voi e a tutti quelli che hanno collaborato all'incisione!"
- Sergio B, Italy, March 2013
"I have listened to the repertoire of hymns several times...with my skin growing pimples especially when listening to the "T'Adoriam Ostia Divina" in Italian and in English....I shall be delivering the study on the hymn focusing on its history, how it traveled abroad, reaching also the USA through Italian immigrants and sung in festivals by Dr Marisa Gatti-Taylor and her choir, and on the theological contents of the hymn."
- Dr. Joe Zammit Ciantar, The University of Malta, March 2013
"The Ave Maria is truly beautiful and special"
- Jutta P, February 2013
"Il vostro CD e una bomba, eccezionale veramente, complimenti!"
- Dr. Rosa G, San Marino, January 2013
"I play it over and over, very inspirational"
- Maria C, November 2012
"I feel blessed to have been a part of it all"
- Carol N, November 2012
"It has genuine spirit and gives praise and glory to God!"
- Maria B, November 2012
"This CD has moved me profoundly."
- Mary G, October 2012
"I teach theology and, today, surmised with my students what our praises will sound like in heaven; then I played "Dell 'Aurora." This is how I want to revere Mary."
- David E, Tenor, October 2012
"What a wonderful project to put together. A legacy that honors your parents and preserves these hymns for the future. I'm sure MANY will enjoy it!"
- Mary S, October 2012
"Bellissimo. Lo abbiamo ascoltato spesso e ci piace la musica."
- Aldo and Giannetta C, March 2013
"I want to express my gratitude for the wonderful CD of music that you shared with me. I really enjoy it."
- Most Reverend Donald J. Hying, Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Milwaukee
"Your CD is truly a beautiful work of music!"
- Rev. John Bertogli, St. Ambroce Cathedral in Des Moines, Iowa, September 2014
"The music is beautiful and touches my soul. It is comfort for me."
- Sharon T, Milwaukee, April 2014
"What a beautiful voice!"
- Belen C, Milwaukee, April 2014
"The Inni e Canti CD that I sent to Quinto Verona Italia was just received. The family LOVED it. They were amazed that someone outside Italy was making such an effort to preserve the Traditional music of Italy. Their parish St John the Baptist still sings these songs regularly. Once again I must tell you that I feel very blessed to be a small piece of the Festa Choir from St Sebastian!"
- Greg B, Byron, Illinois, January 2014
"What an amazing project you undertook creating your remarkable recording of old Italian hymns! And I had no idea you were also an artist!!...
I feel privileged to know you and be the recipient of a copy of Inni e Canti. I can only imagine the hours and effort involved in producing it and extend my compliments to all who participated. The accompanying booklet is a treasure in itself."
- Thallis W, Milwaukee, June 2013
"The Ave Maria is just beautiful in all of the languages! What a beautiful voice!"
- Belen C, Milwaukee, June 2013
"Thanks for the CD! The boys and I listened to it yesterday, and Wiley called it the beautiful music. We just loaned it to our neighbors and they are very excited about it. The husband lived in Italy for many years and is involved in the local parish."
- Amy D.W., Boulder, 2013
"Sono molto belle sia le voci sia le musiche di quelle canzoni... Davvero speciale. Mi hanno riportato alla mia fanciulezza, quando bambina cantavo nel coro parrochiale."
- Gabriella R, San Marino, April 2013
"E un buonissimo risultato discografico con il lodevole obiettivo di salvare un qualcosa che appartiene alle nostre radici...le versioni tradotte sono ottime...un complimento a voi e a tutti quelli che hanno collaborato all'incisione!"
- Sergio B, Italy, March 2013
"I have listened to the repertoire of hymns several times...with my skin growing pimples especially when listening to the "T'Adoriam Ostia Divina" in Italian and in English....I shall be delivering the study on the hymn focusing on its history, how it traveled abroad, reaching also the USA through Italian immigrants and sung in festivals by Dr Marisa Gatti-Taylor and her choir, and on the theological contents of the hymn."
- Dr. Joe Zammit Ciantar, The University of Malta, March 2013
"The Ave Maria is truly beautiful and special"
- Jutta P, February 2013
"Il vostro CD e una bomba, eccezionale veramente, complimenti!"
- Dr. Rosa G, San Marino, January 2013
"I play it over and over, very inspirational"
- Maria C, November 2012
"I feel blessed to have been a part of it all"
- Carol N, November 2012
"It has genuine spirit and gives praise and glory to God!"
- Maria B, November 2012
"This CD has moved me profoundly."
- Mary G, October 2012
"I teach theology and, today, surmised with my students what our praises will sound like in heaven; then I played "Dell 'Aurora." This is how I want to revere Mary."
- David E, Tenor, October 2012
"What a wonderful project to put together. A legacy that honors your parents and preserves these hymns for the future. I'm sure MANY will enjoy it!"
- Mary S, October 2012
"Bellissimo. Lo abbiamo ascoltato spesso e ci piace la musica."
- Aldo and Giannetta C, March 2013
