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The Russian Orthodox Requiem and Hymns to the Virgin

The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris
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 01:48
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The Archangel's Voice The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 01:31
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Rejoice O Bride (Praise to the Mother of God) The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 02:11
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Assumption Matinsong The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 01:38
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Diligently Unto the Mother of God The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 03:55
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The Doors of Mercy The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 02:00
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We Have No Other Help The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 03:34
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Assage Our Sickness The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 03:16
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Prophets from on High The Russian Orthodox Cathedral Choir of Paris 01:48