Раздел The Episcopal Divine Liturgy

Eis polla eti, dhespota

Eis polla eti, dhespota — Ис полла эти, деспота

A selection of musical settings for the hierarchical many years, «Eis polla eti, dhespota» (Many years to you, Master). This collection features the majestic and classical arrangement by D. Bortniansky, a staple of Orthodox choral tradition, alongside a melodic setting by R. Astley. Both versions are adapted for English-speaking choirs for use during hierarchical services.

Available Settings:

Eis polla eti, dhespota — Arrangement by D. Bortniansky (English)
Eis polla eti, dhespota — Arrangement by R. Astley (English)

Hierarchical Many Years — English and Multilingual versions

Ton dhespotin

Ton Despotin — Тон Деспотин — Many Years, Master

Additional musical settings for the hierarchical greeting «Ton Despotin kai Archieria imon.» This selection provides a contrast between the traditional, clear structure of a plainchant setting and the expressive harmonic arrangement by R. Astley. Both versions are specifically adapted for English-speaking choirs to use during hierarchical Divine Liturgies and episcopal visits.

Available Settings:

Ton Despotin — Traditional Plainchant Setting (English)
Ton Despotin — Arrangement by R. Astley (English)

Hierarchical Greeting — English versions for Orthodox Choirs

Let thy soul rejoice

Let Thy Soul Rejoice — Да возрадуется душа твоя

A solemn musical setting for the hymn «Let thy soul rejoice in the Lord,» traditionally sung during the vesting of a Bishop at the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy. This majestic hymn emphasizes the spiritual joy and the divine grace associated with the episcopal ministry. This arrangement is adapted for English-speaking choirs, preserving the prayerful and triumphant character of the traditional liturgical chant.

Let Thy Soul Rejoice — Hierarchical Vesting Hymn (English)

Hierarchical Service — English version

The prophets proclaimed

The Prophets Proclaimed — Пророцы предрекоша

A solemn musical setting for the hymn «The prophets proclaimed thee of old,» traditionally sung during the hierarchical service. This beautiful hymn enumerates the various Old Testament prefigurations and symbols of the Mother of God, from the Jar of Manna to the Mountain Unhewn. This arrangement is adapted for English-speaking choirs, preserving the majestic and prayerful character of the liturgical chant.

The Prophets Proclaimed — Hierarchical Hymn (English)

Hierarchical Service — Hymn to the Theotokos — English version

From the rising (Astley)

From the Rising of the Sun — Буди имя Господне

A melodic musical setting for the liturgical hymn «From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised.» This arrangement by R. Astley is designed for English-speaking choirs, offering a prayerful and clear harmonic structure that enhances the concluding moments of the Divine Liturgy.

From the Rising of the Sun — Arrangement by R. Astley (English)

Liturgical Dismissal — English version

Thou that Proclaimest Glad Tidings

Thou that Proclaimest Glad Tidings — Благовествуй, земле

A collection of musical settings for the hymn «Thou that Proclaimest Glad Tidings,» traditionally sung at the Primatial Hierarchical Liturgy. This selection offers several choral traditions adapted for English-speaking choirs, including the standard Obikhod settings, the solemn arrangement by D. Soloviev, and the distinct Tver Melody with a specific version for women’s voices, all maintaining the grandeur of the hierarchical service.

Available Settings:

Obikhod Setting — Standard Liturgical Chant (English)
Obikhod Setting — Melody in Alto (English)
Arrangement by D. Soloviev — Solemn Choral Setting (English)
Tver Melody — Traditional Regional Setting (English)
Tver Melody — Arranged for Women’s Choir (English)

Hierarchical Liturgy — Special Hymn — English version

Ton Despotin

Ton Despotin — Тон Деспотин — Many Years, Master

A comprehensive collection of musical settings for the greeting of a Bishop, «Ton Despotin kai Archieria imon.» This selection features a wide array of Orthodox choral traditions, including arrangements for both mixed and male choirs. From the ancient Demestvenny chant and traditional Moscow melodies to regional variations such as Serbian, Romanian, and the unique Harbin melody, these settings preserve the solemnity and liturgical grandeur of the hierarchical service.

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Archimandrite Matthew (Mormyl) — Mixed Choir
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Archimandrite Matthew (Mormyl) — Male Choir
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Demestvenny Chant — Traditional Setting
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Demestvenny Chant — Male Choir
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Harbin Melody — Traditional Diaspora Setting
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Harbin Melody — Male Choir
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Arrangement by A. L’vov — Simplified Setting
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Moscow Chant — Traditional Liturgical Setting
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Romanian Chant — Mixed Choir
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Romanian Chant — Male Choir
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Serbian Chant — Traditional Melodic Setting
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Archim. Matthew (arr. Goncharov) — Alternative Arrangement

Hierarchical Greeting — English and Multilingual version for Orthodox Choirs

From the Rising of the Sun

From the Rising of the Sun — Буди имя Господне

A selection of musical settings for the liturgical hymn «Blessed be the name of the Lord,» traditionally sung towards the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy. This collection offers various choral traditions in English, including the standard Obikhod chant for mixed and male voices, and the majestic Lavra Chant settings, known for their solemnity and prayerful depth.

Available Settings:

Obikhod Setting — Standard Liturgical Chant (English)
Obikhod Setting — Arranged for Male Choir (English)
Lavra Chant #1 — Narrow Harmonies (English)
Lavra Chant #2 — Traditional Melodic Setting (English)

Liturgical Dismissal — English version for Orthodox Choirs