Description

Russian and Bulgarian Sacred Choral Music - Evgeni Nesterenko, The Moscow Chamber Choir, Conductor: Vladimir Minin = Русская И Болгарская Духовная Хоровая Музыка - Евгений Нестеренко / Мелодия LP Stereo 1985

A90 00265 002

Product Details

Label: Мелодия – A90 00265 002
Format: Vinyl, LP
Country: USSR
Released: 1985
Genre: Folk, World & Country
Style: Sacred Choral Music

Overview

This captivating album features sacred choral music from Russia and Bulgaria, performed by the renowned Moscow Chamber Choir under the direction of Vladimir Minin, with bass vocals by Evgeni Nesterenko. The collection includes both Russian and Bulgarian liturgical works, showcasing the rich choral traditions of these two nations. The pieces range from solemn hymns to mystical chants, offering a glimpse into the sacred musical heritage of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Track Listing

Side A:

The Creed = Верую – A. Grechaninov – 4:27
Litany of Fervent Supplication = Сугубая Ектения – A. Grechaninov – 5:07
O Praise Our God = Хвалите Имя Господне – D. Christov – 4:24
Now Lettest Thou Depart = Ныне Отпущаеши – D. Christov – 3:29

Side B:

Greater Doxology = Великое Славословие – A. Strumsky – 10:15
The Wise Thief = Разбойника Благоразумного – L. Dinev – 2:07
From My Youth = От Юности Моея – P. Chesnokov – 3:19
The Mystical Sacrifice = Жертва Вечерняя – P. Chesnokov – 4:20
The Legend of 12 Robbers, Folk Song = Легенда О 12 Разбойниках – N. Nekrasov (arranged by S. Zharov) – 4:46

Key Credits

Bass Vocals: Evgeni Nesterenko
Choir: The Moscow Chamber Choir
Conductor: Vladimir Minin
Composers: A. Grechaninov, D. Christov, A. Strumsky, L. Dinev, P. Chesnokov, N. Nekrasov
Arranged By: S. Zharov
Design: A. Grigoriev
Editor: L. Abelyan
Engineer: I. Veprintsev, E. Buneyeva
Liner Notes: В. Минин
Photography: V. Maneshin