Litany

Litany

With Litany, Estonian composer Arvo PÂ¤rt created one of his most stirring works: a nearly 23-minute-long composition for orchestra and vocal ensemble based on the 24 prayers of St. John Chrysostom (one for each hour of the day). Commissioned for the 25th Oregon Bach Festival, the composition is both memorable and timeless. It finds influences in everything from chant to the repetition of modern minimalism. Play it loudly and the striking vocals of the Hilliard Ensemble simply soar against the strings of the Tallinn Chamber Orchestra. The orchestral Trisagion harkens toward Litany's mood swings and impact, but--sans voice--lacks the mysticism. One of PÂ¤rt's best, and as sacred as modern compositions come. --Jason Verlinde
Country USA
Brand Verve Label Group
Manufacturer ECM New Series
Binding Audio CD
ItemPartNumber 4498102
Model 1991034
ReleaseDate 2000-01-25
UnitCount 1
UPCs 028944981025
EANs 0028944981025

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