Fourteen hundred years
of Christianity has imbued Armenia with a rich
legacy. In a nation where music has always played an
integral part in history, it is no surprise that
Armenia has developed a unique folk music of chants
- Eastern in origin and concept - which spans the
gamut of emotions. This faith-inspiring collection
was recorded in Jerusalem by the Armenian scholar
and artist Varoujan Markarian.
This collection of Armenian chants was recorded in
the Keshet Studio in Jerusalem by Varoujan Markarian.
1. Rejoice, Holy One Texts and melody by Movses
Khorenatsi,
2. We fall before You V century - for tracks 1-8
3. Oh great and marvelous Mystery
4. Thou Word God
5. We magnify the Holy Mother
6. We beseech thee, O Son
7. Glorious God
8. Light of light
9. Today is the feast Text by Nervses Shnorhali-XII
century.
10. Today is the feast Other version
11. Multitudes of angels.