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The bridge between western and eastern liturgical traditions after 1000 years old alienation. Greek Divine Liturgy is dressed by the author in the melodies of ancient Gregorian chorals with minimal adaptation that way creating a synthesis of both cultures. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Beautiful piece by Maxim Berezovsky /1745-1777/ reflecting the tragic life of composer which could be the base for dramatic film scenario. Most of his works were lost. All we have is dozen of his choral works and some instrumental pieces. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Unusual rendition of Rachmaninoff vesper will remind us about the times when it was impossible to sing religious music in the communist USSR. But it was possible to perform music by Rachmaninoff, ONLY without religious words. One of the first recording after the breakdown of the Soviet Union. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian, Sergei Rachmaninoff
Male choir sing a medieval style repeating refrain with increasing layers of harmony and complexity before being joined by the whole orchestra for an emotional and passionate finale. A perfect track for historical documentaries or dramas, especially those with a religious content. Instrumental, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Laid back contemporary Christian style underscore. Easy and gentle song, but with some pace and movement. Ideal accompaniment for spiritual television, religious web biogs and profiles, radio commercials on faith stations or general commercial use. Features piano and Rhodes keyboards. Instrumental, Spiritual, Contemporary Christian
Ecclesiastical Hymn by Diletsky. Creative work of this composer, the classic of choral polyphony, is recently opened and yet a little known for the wide audience. To him belongs the first published work about problems of the musical theory, aesthetics and composition written at theутв of the XVII ce, A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
The monodies of the Middle Ages were founded in XI century. In the early stages these were pure Byzantine song, but upon finding the blessed foundation of a singing Ukrainian nation, and through the slow process of simulation into Ukrainian and into the elements of its folklore and melodies, there a, A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Tchaikovsky wrote so little sacred music that this vesper from Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom is worth to listen for that reason alone. The vespers were banned during Tchaikovsky's time "as too western and have been mostly neglected since. A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
One of the best choral concertos by Dimitry Bortnyansky /1751-1825/ the most famous composer in the Russian Empire. He was named the "Russian Mozart"- ironic as he was born and studied in Glukhovo of Ukraine. He also studied in Italy where he composed several popular at that times operas now lost. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Dimitry Bortnyansky /1751-1825/ the most famous composer in the Russian Empire. He was named the "Russian Mozart"- ironic as he was born and studied in Glukhovo of Ukraine. He also studied in Italy where he composed several popular at that times operas now lost, A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
The undeniable vulnerability of the human spirit, in our attempts to understand life and its mysteries, is beautifully reflected in this timeless, ghostly, a capella choral music. The music is very cinematic. Deep and dramatic intro, emotional culmination and then divine pianissimo. A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
This concerto by Maxim Berezovsky /1745-1777/ is undoubtedly one of the best choral composition of all the times. The author was an unusual phenomenon who influenced on the development of musical art at the end of Baroque Era. He was favorite of Padre Martini and it was him who examined young Mozart, A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Beautiful piece by Maxim Berezovsky /1745-1777/ reflecting the tragic life of composer which could be the base for dramatic film scenario. Most of his works were lost. Many consider him suicide. All we have is dozen of his choral works and some instrumental pieces. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
The Vespers have been praised as Rachmaninoff's finest achievement It was one of his two favorite compositions and the composer requested that one of its movements be sung at his funeral. When in 1915 Rachmaninoff had turned to the church music, he was living through a hard period of his life... Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian, Sergei Rachmaninoff
Beautiful chant by Russian church composer Pavel Chesnokov /1888-1944/. He was a devout follower of the Russian Orthodox Church and was inspired to write most of his works for worship in that faith. Great vocals, interesting style, unusual music. Solid Performance. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
The fragment from Divine Liturgy by Dmitry Bortnyansky/1751-1825/ who was, in his day, the most famous composer in the Russian Empire and was named the "Russian Mozart". This chant is very popular in Russian Orthodox Church and so it is perfect for scenes concerning with Russian church, Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
The music is cinematic. Divine pianissimo at the beginning, deep and dramatic second part, emotional culmination and quiet final. The undeniable vulnerability of the human spirit, in our attempts to understand life and its mysteries, is beautifully reflected in this timeless, ghostly choral music. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
The bridge between western and eastern liturgical traditions after 1000 years old alienation. Greek Divine Liturgy is dressed by the author (Archbishop Ionafan of Russian Orthodox Church) in the melodies of ancient Gregorian chorals with minimal adaptation that way creating a synthesis of both cultu, Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Return from oblivion: This first recording of Yatsynevych’s Liturgy reveals the genius of composer who has been forgotten after Russian revolution in 1917. Composer’s legacy hitherto has not yet been fully unearthed; his life is full of abundant secrets. Mixed Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Ukrainian sacred music of Middle Ages. It dominated to the appearance of the first polyphonic compositions of the XVII century. Later, and after losing its priority status, middle-aged song did not disappear into oblivion or eternity, for it continued to reside in isolated Ukrainian monasteries. A Capella, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
Very old and soulful traditional chant of Kiev Pechersk Monastery performed by the famous monks choir and bell ringers of Kiev Pechersk Lavra. The choir has a history spanning nearly 1,000 years and for many centuries attracts thousands visitors and pilgrims from all over the world. Male Vocals, Spiritual, Orthodox Christian
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