Mystery of the East: Russian Monasteries and Churches DVD

UPC: 4006408935025

Product Features

• Title: Mystery of the East: Russian Monasteries and Churches
• Subtitle Options: English, German, French, Spanish
• Featured Documentary: Siberia – Resurrection in the Sleeping Country
• Bonus Tracks:Special Features: "Mystic Songs in the Golden Glow of Icons"
  • Rachmaninov: Russian Easter Vesper Mass, Op. 37 (Excerpts)
  • Tchaikovsky: Liturgy, Op. 41 (Excerpts)
  • Kedrov: Otche Nash (Our Father)
  • Hristov: Tebe Poem
• Picture Format: NTSC, 4:3 Color
• Sound Format: Dolby Digital
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Run Time: Approximately 75 minutes
• Menu Languages: English, German, French, Spanish
• Publisher: Delta Music GmbH, Capriccio

Overview

"Mystery of the East" is a visually captivating and spiritually immersive documentary that explores the profound connection between Russian Orthodox faith and daily life in Siberia. This unique program takes viewers deep into the remote Russian taiga, where the simplicity and mysticism of monastic life blend with the rugged beauty of Siberia. Against a backdrop of Russian Orthodox monasteries and churches, this documentary delves into the enduring power of faith through revolutionary years, wars, and oppression, and highlights the remarkable resilience of the Russian people.

The documentary captures the essence of this timeless spirituality through sacred choral music, the golden glow of icons, and moving scenes of worship. Complemented by bonus performances of Rachmaninov’s Russian Easter Vesper Mass, Tchaikovsky's Liturgy, and other traditional hymns, this DVD offers a powerful look at a culture rooted in faith and tradition.

Interesting Facts

• Historical Resilience: The documentary reveals how the Russian Orthodox Church has survived centuries of political turmoil, providing a source of solace and strength for the faithful.
• Visual Splendor: With richly decorated churches and golden icons, the film visually captures the sacred atmosphere and artistic beauty of Russian Orthodox architecture and iconography.
• Mystic Songs: The featured mystic songs, performed in church settings, provide a deeply moving auditory experience, resonating with centuries-old chants and hymns from Russia’s Orthodox tradition.
• Special Musical Selections: Excerpts from Russian Easter Vesper Mass and Tchaikovsky’s Liturgy bring the audience closer to the liturgical practices of the church, enriching the spiritual narrative.

Track Highlights

1. Documentary - Siberia: Resurrection in the Sleeping Country – A journey into the spiritual lives of Siberia’s Orthodox communities.
2. Mystic Songs in the Golden Glow of Icons – Special choral performances, enhancing the mystical ambiance.
3. Rachmaninov’s Russian Easter Vesper Mass (Excerpts) – A classic piece of Russian Orthodox choral music.
4. Tchaikovsky’s Liturgy (Excerpts) – Reverent and introspective, bringing Russian liturgical sounds to life.

Publisher

Delta Music GmbH, Capriccio

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