Sviridov: Sacred & Secular Choruses

On this CD:

1. Hymns to the Fatherland, for chorus
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

2. Songs Without Prospect, for chorus Autumn
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

3. Songs Without Prospect, for chorus Bright fields
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

4. Songs Without Prospect, for chorus Spring and the Sorcerer
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

5. Songs Without Prospect, for chorus Icon
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

6. Concerto To the Memory of A. Yurlov
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

7. Choral Pieces (3) on Tolstoy's "Tsar Fyodor Ioanovich"
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

8. Unuttered Miracle, for chorus
Composed by Georgy Vasilevich Sviridov

Conducted by Vladislav Novik

Tracks:

Christ Is Risen
Bless the Lord, O My Soul (Psalm 120)
Bogorodice Djevo, For Chorus
Choral Pieces (3) On Tolstoy's "Tsar Fyodor Ioanov: Bogorse ..."
Choral Pieces (3) On Tolstoy's "Tsar Fyodor Ioanov
Choral Pieces (3) On Tolstoy's "Tsar Fyodor Ioanov: PokayStih (A
Ghospodi Vozzvah/Tsar' Nebesniy
Beznevestnaya Devo
Sacred Concerto No. 6 ("Glory to God in the Highes
Cherubims' Song in C Major for Chorus
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, For Chorus, Op. 41: Milost' Mira (A ...)
Angel Crying, For Chorus
Hymn in Honor of St. Cyril & St. Methodius, For CH
O Tebe Raduyestia (All of Creation Rejoices in You
Svete Tihiy (Radiant Light), For Chorus No. 1
Hvalite Imia Ghospdne
O Mother of God Vigilantly Praying (Sacred Concert
Litany of Supplication
Our Father (Otche Nach)

Album Description

Over the past thousand years, Russian composers have created an immensely rich and varied body of choral music and chant to express the sacred texts of the liturgy. Sacred Songs of Russia portrays the musical legacy of the Russian people, which comes as a response to the depth of their faith.

Among the noteworthy works on this recording, which contains previously released material, are two stirring works by Rachmaninoff including Bogoroditse Devo (Rejoice, O Virgin) from his All Night Vigil, opus 37, and V molitvah (The Mother of God, ever-vigilant in prayer). Perhaps most significant are the Three Choruses of Georgy Sviridov (1915-1998), composed during a time when sacred music was still actively suppressed by the Soviet regime. The three works by Peter Tchaikovsky, Milost' mira (A Mercy of Peace), Angel Vopiyashe (The Angel cried), and Hymn in Honor of SS. Cyril and Methodius, are also strong statements of the Russian faith and expression through music.

| Gloriæ Dei Cantores first toured Russia (then part of the U.S.S.R.) in the spring of 1990 to re-introduce Russian sacred choral music to their concert halls for the first time since the Russian Revolution of 1917, and participated in several liturgies of the Russian Orthodox Church. At the request of Metropolitan Alexy of Leningrad, now Patriarch of Moscow and all the Russias, Gloriæ Dei Cantores toured Russia a total of three times, returning in 1992 and 1998 to sing in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and throughout the Golden Ring. Gloriæ Dei Cantores were also among the first Western artistic groups to tour Siberia.

Customer Reviews:

I've heard better.......2006-10-04

This is not a recording that you must buy. If you really enjoy russian liturgical music, you won't hate it, but there are a lot of recordings that you would be better served with. It is true that for an american choir, they do a fine job with the language especially. Their general tone and vocal quality was a little bit lacking for me. Their basses were "ok". I thought the singing was just a little too "shouty", even for russian music. I would recommend getting a copy of the vespers as sung by the Dale Warland Singers. Another american group. . . This is the most accurate recording I have heard, and it was done live which impresses me even more!

The Mother Lode.......2005-12-13

If you are looking for a comprehensive survey of the best of the Russian Orthodox liturgical tradition, your search is over. This is the mother lode. First point: I must admit to being something of a purist, and I was at first skeptical that an American choir could perform music of this genre so convincingly; but hearing is believing. Yes, they clearly have included a few honest-to-God Russian basso ringers (and maybe one or two altos); but this is an American choir performing Russian Orthodox liturgical music the way it's supposed to sound - only better. Second point: The selection of pieces is fabulous. This choir's artistic director, Elizabeth C. Patterson, consulted with Vladimir Morosan, the Last Word on the Russian Orthodox choral tradition. The results of this collaboration are reflected in both the breadth and quality of pieces selected. This is literally a millennium of music, beginning with a sample of ancient znamenny chant and ending with three stunning meditations by the late Georgiy Sviridov. Each selection is both accessible and interesting, and a prime example of its composer and/or period. Third point: The individual pieces, with very few exceptions (such as No. 3, Rakhmaninov's `Ave Maria'), are NOT the most well-known and frequently performed warhorses of the Russian Orthodox liturgy. This is not a `Top Ten' recording. That makes this collection all the more interesting. In at least one instance (No. 15, the other Rakhmaninov offering) this may be the only recording available if you're not prepared to dig deep in the discography archives of several dozen universities and conservatories. Fourth point: This is not a new recording, but it marks a standard of quality that few performers in this genre - including native Russian choral ensembles - have since met or surpassed. Elizabeth Patterson has an innate feel for this music. In her previous life, she must have been a Russian monk. Final point: For serious musicians, musicologists and aficionados, this is a perfect gateway to a deeper understanding of this tradition. Buy it!

Average customer rating:

Stunning
Beautiful Music
English Choir Come Close to Authentic Russian
Great Russian music and more

Ikon

Manufacturer: Hyperion UK
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Customer Reviews:

Stunning.......2005-11-27

I first heard this recording of the Grechaninov Creed on the BBC and I just had to buy it and although I have played it many times I still find it stunning. I have come to love most of the disc and if you enjoy liturgical music a capella you will surely enjoy this.

Beautiful Music.......2005-08-12

Ikon is perhaps the best acapella CD of Russian music I have purchased. I had looked for years trying to find a certain song; and when I found it on this cd I bought it solely for that song. What a suprise to hear the rest. I listen to it at least once a day. A must Buy!

English Choir Come Close to Authentic Russian.......2003-04-05

My wife is from Russia & when we first played this CD, we thought the Choir was from Russia. No, its the Holst Singers, a group from England. How did they do it? I always like James Bowman as a counter tenor, but the Angelic Soprano is the highlight on this CD, even the bass singers sound like Russian deacons chanting biblical verses or praises to God through the Holy Doors. Most of the musical sections are classic Russian choir songs from the liturgy, but the "Four Choruses From Songs Of Troubled Times" is rather folk to maybe pagan in origin. The last 3 sections are from modern composers that fit well with the older material. We listen this CD all the time, specially before church, or during Holy Days, & believe me; the Orthodox church has a lot of Holidays :)

Great Russian music and more.......2000-05-06

If I can say one thing about Stephen Layton's Holst Singers, it's that they know how to interpret Russian music. However, the standout on this CD is one of only three songs by non-Russian composers. This particular piece is Norwegian composer Knut Nystedt's "Immortal Bach." If you like Nystedt at all, you should by this CD. "Immortal Bach" is Nystedt at his best. Other than this piece, the CD isn't spectacular. It's just good Russian music. James Bowman's countertenor voice is hard to get used to and sometimes he is a bit flat. However, the entire CD is worth "Immortal Bach." I had to wait a very long time to receive this CD, but it was well worth the wait because of the Nystedt piece.

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The best composer ever

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Tracks:

Pushkin's Garland. Conserto For Choir On Verses: Winter Morning
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Customer Reviews:

The best composer ever.......2002-01-18

I like Stravinsky, Rachmaninov, Mozart, Gershwin, but Sviridov is the best. It is so depressing that people in the west know nothing about him. The best composer ever!!

Gloriae Dei Cantores: Holy Radiant Light - The Sacred Song of Russia

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Customer Reviews:

A holiday favorite that doesn't get old..........1999-04-17

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Georgy Sviridov, musical perfection

Sviridov: Sacred & Secular Choruses
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Customer Reviews:

Georgy Sviridov, musical perfection.......2002-08-03

This is hands down, the single most beautiful choral album you can own. That is to say, if you can find it. Most Westerners have never heard of this composer, which is a shame. Nevertheless, this recording is the absolutely breathtaking! It represents everything that is Sviridov. The massiveness of human sound and emotion, balanced with a spiritual clarity. His music transcends all realms of humanity, rising to a level unlike anything you've heard. I'm by no means exaggerating. The purity of his choral works demands respectful attention, and it should be given.

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