Magnificent English Byzantine rendition.
Abbrakab | England | 03/26/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"There are many people who would claim that the Greek Orthodox Liturgy could never be sung in English. They insist that the meaning of the words could never be conveyed in anything other than Byzantine Greek, and that it would be impossible to get words to fit Byzantine melodies.
This recording uses the official Archdiocese of Thyateira translation and uses well chosen Byzantine chants including some that have been composed for this recording according to the accompaning booklet. The result is quite sublime. The sound is traditional Greek Byzantine but the words are in clear English. It has the affect of breaking down the cultural barriers can can exist between Greek and English Orthodox, whilst having an appeal to a general audiance. It is a magnificent achievement. Highly recommendable."
Fantastic example of Eastern chant in the English language
C. Shea | 01/31/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Very beautiful music expertly sung. That the texts sung on this CD are in English make this recording especially accessible to those wishing to learn more about Eastern Christian worship but who may be put off the idea of listening to music sung in the Greek or Slavonic languages."