Experience the sacred and transcendent with Komitas' "Divine Liturgy," a monumental work of sacred choral music, beautifully reimagined for mixed choir by Vache Sharafyan. This album, released on Delos, marks the world-premiere recording of Sharafyan's arrangement, offering a fresh perspective on Komitas' revered composition. The Latvian Radio Choir, under the direction of Sigvards Kļava, delivers a stunning performance that brings the haunting and radiant music of Komitas to life.
Komitas Vartabed, a pioneering figure in Armenian classical music, began working on the Divine Liturgy in 1892, creating multiple versions that have since become cornerstones of Armenian sacred music. This recording, featuring the added richness of female voices, enhances the beauty and depth of the original work. The album spans 19 tracks, each a vital part of the liturgical service, from the "Hymn of Vesting" to the final "Pontifical Wishes."
The preparation for this recording was meticulous, with the Latvian Radio Choir performing excerpts from Komitas' works at concerts organized by the Armenian Embassy in Latvia. The collaboration with French-Armenian Komitas expert Mkrtich Mkrtchyan and Latvian Armenologist Valda Salminyan ensured an authentic and respectful interpretation of Komitas' vision.
"Divine Liturgy" is not just a recording; it is a testament to the enduring power of sacred music and the skill of the artists involved. The Latvian Radio Choir's performance, coupled with Sharafyan's masterful arrangement, makes this album a significant addition to any classical music collection. Whether you are a devotee of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and moving experience.
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Tracks
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Hymn of VestingKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Chosen of GodKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): With Your Virgin Mother's IntercessionKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Annunciation of the ProcessionKomitas, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Entrance HymnKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Holy GodKomitas, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Pray for PeaceKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Glory to You, GodKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): The Body of the LordKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Who Is Lord, Our GodKomitas, Kārlis Rūtentāls, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Again in Peace Let Us Beseech the LordKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Christ Among UsKomitas, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Let Us Stand in AweKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Jānis Kurševs, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): SanctusKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Heavenly FatherKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): O Lord, You Are in All Things BlessedKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Son of GodKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Spirit of GodKomitas, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Be Mindful, Lord, and Have MercyKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): From All and for AllKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): And the Mercy, AmenKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Jānis Kurševs, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): The Lord's PrayerKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): The Holy OneKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Agate Burkina, Jānis Kurševs, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Amen, Holy Is the FatherKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Agate Burkina, Kārlis Rūtentāls, Gundars Dziļums, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Lord, Have MercyKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Agate Burkina, Kārlis Rūtentāls, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Christ Is SacrificedKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): We Have Been Filled with Your Good ThingsKomitas, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): We Give Thanks to YouKomitas, Armen Badalyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Pray in the Church and Bless the Name of the LordKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): I Will Bless the Lord at All TimesKomitas, Hovhannes Nersesyan, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Divine Liturgy (Arr. V. Sharafyan for Mixed Choir): Pontifical WishesKomitas, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Komitas, born Soghomon Soghomonian, was a multifaceted figure in Armenian music and culture, renowned as a composer, musicologist, and choirmaster. Ordained as a priest in 1894, he adopted the name Komitas and dedicated his life to preserving and promoting Armenian musical heritage. Komitas is celebrated as the founder of the Armenian national school of music and a pioneer in the field of ethnomusicology. His work spans compositions, arrangements, and scholarly treatises, all of which reflect his deep commitment to Armenian folk music and his innovative approach to ethnomusicology. Despite the tragedies he endured, including his arrest during the Armenian Genocide, Komitas' legacy endures through his extensive body of work, which continues to inspire and educate. His contributions to Armenian music are vast, encompassing solo piano pieces, choral works, and ethnomusicological studies that have left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape.
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