The Russian Orthodox Requiem and Hymns to the Virgin

Recorded by the Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris, this album features a condensed version of the beautiful Orthodox Requiem, or burial service, written in the 8th century by St. John of Damascus. Composer also of the Hours of Easter, John had a great influence on the Orthodox liturgy. Included on the album as well are a number of hymns to a “very human” Virgin Mary. The liner notes explain the circumstances of John’s beliefs that led to the writing of requiem, and the themes of the hymns.
Track Listing
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Requiem | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 25:42 | |
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It Is Fitting | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 1:48 | |
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The Archangel's Voice | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 1:31 | |
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Rejoice O Bride (Praise to the Mother of God) | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 2:11 | |
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Assumption Matinsong | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 1:38 | |
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Diligently Unto the Mother of God | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 3:55 | |
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The Doors of Mercy | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 2:00 | |
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We Have No Other Help | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 3:34 | |
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Assage Our Sickness | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 3:16 | |
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Prophets from on High | The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris | 1:48 |