Description
Sergei Rachmaninoff: Vespers (All-Night Vigil), Op. 37 / John Scott conductor / Audio CD
UPC 5060262790731
Product Details
- Label: Resonus
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: UK
- Released: 2016
- Genre: Classical
- Total Playing Time: 58:16
- Format: Digital Audio CD, Stereo
Overview
Rachmaninoff's Vespers (All-Night Vigil), Op. 37, is one of the most remarkable works in the Russian choral tradition, renowned for its deep spiritual atmosphere and intricate vocal harmonies. This stunning recording, featuring the Saint Thomas Choir of Men & Boys of Fifth Avenue, New York, under the direction of John Scott, showcases the majesty and emotional depth of this sacred masterpiece. With solo contributions from mezzo-soprano Ory Brown and tenor David Vanderwal, the choir delivers an impassioned and evocative performance of one of the most beloved choral works in the classical repertoire.
Recorded by Resonus, this performance is imbued with an air of reverence and devotion, transporting the listener to the heart of Rachmaninoff's profound liturgical music. From the serene "Come, let us worship" to the powerful "Thou didst rise from the tomb," this album offers a captivating journey through Rachmaninoff's spiritual vision, making it an essential listening experience for both choral and Russian music enthusiasts.
Track Listing
- Priidite poklonimsya (Come, let us worship)
- Blagoslovi, dushe moya (Praise the Lord, O my soul)
- Blazhen muzh (Blessed is the man)
- Svete tikhii (Hail, gladdening light)
- Nyne otpushchaeshi (Lord, now lettest thy servant depart)
- Bogoroditse Devo, raduisya (Rejoice, O virgin mother of God)
- Slava v vyshnikh Bogu (Glory be to God on high)
- Khvalite imya Gospodne (O praise the name of the Lord)
- Blagosloven esi, gospodi (Blessed art Thou, O Lord)
- Voskresenie Khristovo videvshe (The Resurrection of Christ)
- Velichit dusha moya Gospoda (My soul doth magnify the Lord)
- Slava v vyshnikh Bogu (Glory be to God on high)
- Dnes spaseniye miru byst (Today is salvation come unto the world)
- Voskres iz groba (Thou didst rise from the tomb)
- Vzbrannoy voyevode (To Thee, our leader in battle)
Key Credits
- Conductor: John Scott
- Choir: Saint Thomas Choir of Men & Boys, Fifth Avenue, New York
- Mezzo-Soprano: Ory Brown
- Tenor: David Vanderwal
- Label: Resonus
