Komitas: Patarag for Male Choir - Komitas - Vinyl LP

Komitas: Patarag for Male Choir - Komitas

Album Details

Immerse yourself in the sacred and serene world of Komitas: Patarag for Male Choir, a profound exploration of Armenian sacred choral music. This album, released in 2011 under the JSC "Firma Melodiya" label, features the incomparable Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre, conducted by K. Simonyan, and masterfully arranged by Komitas Keshishyan. With a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this collection of 26 tracks offers a rich tapestry of spiritual and cultural depth.

Komitas, a pioneering figure in Armenian music, presents a meticulously crafted rendition of the Armenian Holy Mass, known as Patarag. Each track, from the opening "O Mystery Deep" to the concluding "Blessed Be the Lord’s Name," is a testament to the choir's precision and the composer's genius. The album seamlessly blends traditional liturgical elements with Komitas' unique compositional style, creating a harmonious and uplifting experience. Whether you are a devotee of sacred music or a lover of classical choral works, this album promises an enriching and contemplative journey through the sacred chants and hymns that have resonated through the centuries.

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Tracks

O Mystery DeepKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
3:24
Through the Intercession of Thy Virgin MotherKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
3:43
Holy GodKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
2:49
Again in Peace. Be Mindful, LordKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
0:31
Glory to Thee, o Lord. We BelieveKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre, David Varjapetyan
6:17
The Body of the LordKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:13
Who is Like Unto the Lord Our God?Komitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
2:46
Again in Peace. Save, O LordKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:24
Christ in Our MidstKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:22
Let us Stand in Awe. Mercy and PeaceKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
3:11
Holy, HolyKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
3:19
Heavenly FatherKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:03
In All Things Blessed Art Thou, O LordKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:44
Son of GodKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:12
Spirit of GodKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:49
Intercessions. Be Mindful, LordKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
0:23
Thanksgiving. From All and for AllKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
0:28
And the Mercy of Our Great God. AmenKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:29
Our FatherKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:41
The One HolyKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
2:12
Amen. Holy is the FatherKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
2:12
Lord, Have MercyKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
4:05
Christ is SacrificedKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
3:55
We Have Been Filled with Thy Good ThingsKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
1:47
We Give Thanks to TheeKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre, David Varjapetyan
2:48
The Prayer Amid the Church. Blessed Be the Lord’s NameKomitas, Komitas Keshishyan, Male Chamber Choir of the Yerevan Opera Theatre
13:02

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About Komitas

Komitas, born Soghomon Soghomonian, was a multifaceted figure in Armenian music and culture, renowned as a composer, musicologist, and choirmaster. Ordained as a priest in 1894, he adopted the name Komitas and dedicated his life to preserving and promoting Armenian musical heritage. Komitas is celebrated as the founder of the Armenian national school of music and a pioneer in the field of ethnomusicology. His work spans compositions, arrangements, and scholarly treatises, all of which reflect his deep commitment to Armenian folk music and his innovative approach to ethnomusicology. Despite the tragedies he endured, including his arrest during the Armenian Genocide, Komitas' legacy endures through his extensive body of work, which continues to inspire and educate. His contributions to Armenian music are vast, encompassing solo piano pieces, choral works, and ethnomusicological studies that have left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape.