Sergei Rachmaninoff's sublime masterpiece, 'Rachmaninoff: The Divine Liturgy of St John Chrysostom', is a deeply moving and spiritual classical music experience. Released on 1 August 1994 by Hyperion, this magnificent album showcases Rachmaninoff's profound understanding of Orthodox liturgical music. The 20-track opus, 'Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31', is a beautifully crafted work that guides the listener through the traditional Russian Orthodox liturgy.
With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this classical piano-infused album is a testament to Rachmaninoff's skill as a composer. The intricate and emotive pieces, ranging from the solemn 'Velikaya Ekteniya "The Great Litany"' to the uplifting 'Hymn of Praise. Da ispolnyatsya usta nasha "Let Our Mouths Be Filled"', demonstrate Rachmaninoff's mastery of the genre.
This iconic album is a must-listen for fans of classical music, particularly those who appreciate the works of Sergei Rachmaninoff. The 'Divine Liturgy of St John Chrysostom' is a powerful and evocative recording that will transport you to a world of spiritual contemplation and musical beauty.
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: I. Velikaya Ekteniya "The Great Litany"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: II. Antiphon 1. Blagoslovi, dushe moya, Gospoda "Bless the Lord, O My Soul"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: III. Antiphon 2. Slava Otsu – Edinorodnyy Syne "Glory Be to God the Father"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: IV. Antiphon 3. Vo tsarstvii tvoem "In Your Kingdom"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: V. Little Entrance. Priidite, poklonimsya "Come, Let Us Worship"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: VI. Trisagion. Gospodi, spasi blagochestivya "Lord, We Pray That You May Be Merciful"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: VII. Augmented Litany. Sugubaya EkteniyaSergei Rachmaninoff, Matthew Best, Peter Scorer, Corydon Singers
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: VIII. Cherubic Hymn. Kheruvimskaya pesnSergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: IX. Litany of Supplication. Prositelnaya EkteniyaSergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: X. The Creed. Simvol very. Veruyu "I Believe in One God"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XI. The Eucharistic Prayer – Sanctus – Benedictus. Milost miraSergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XII. Tebe Poem "We Praise You"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Tanya Wicks, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XIII. Hymn to the Mother of God. Dostoyno est "It Is Truly Meet to Bless You"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XIV. The Lord's Prayer. Otche nash "Our Father in Heaven"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XV. Edin svyat "One Is Holy"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XVI. Communion Hymn. Khvalite Gospoda s nebes "Praise the Lord from the Heavens"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XVII. Blagosloven gradyy "Blessed Is He"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Corydon Singers, Matthew Best, Peter Scorer
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XVIII. Hymn of Praise. Da ispolnyatsya usta nasha "Let Our Mouths Be Filled"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Peter Scorer, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XIX. Budi imya Gospodne "Blessed Be the Name of the Lord"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers, Peter Scorer
Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Op. 31: XX. Dismissal. OtpustSergei Rachmaninoff, Matthew Best, Corydon Singers
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