Russian Orthodox Liturgical Performance Practice

Andrei Papkov

ISBN 10: 1680536397 / ISBN 13: 9781680536393

Published by Academica Press, US, 2023

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Father Andrei Papkov's unique textbook is the only book addressing the liturgical performance practices of religious singing in the Russian Orthodox Church. The topics it covers include various aspects of choral work in this tradition, including but not limited to the choice of repertoire, the eight-tone system, Kievan square notation, rehearsal techniques, vocal pedagogy, and the element of time within Orthodox church services. This definitive textbook will be of interest to anyone working, worshipping, or interested in the rich musical tradition of Orthodox Christianity.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Russian Orthodox Liturgical Performance Practice
• Publisher: Academica Press, US
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1680536397
• ISBN 13: 9781680536393
• Binding: Hardback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Father Andrei Papkov’s unique textbook is the only book addressing the liturgical performance practices of religious singing in the Russian Orthodox Church. The topics it covers include various aspects of choral work in this tradition, including but not limited to the choice of repertoire, the eight-tone system, Kievan square notation, rehearsal techniques, vocal pedagogy, and the element of time within Orthodox church services. This definitive textbook will be of interest to anyone working, worshipping, or interested in the rich musical tradition of Orthodox Christianity.

About the Author

Father Andrei Papkov is a Russian Orthodox Archpriest and Founder and President of the Synodal School of Liturgical Music of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia (ROCOR). He holds a master’s degree in vocal performance from New England Conservatory and is the chairman of the Synodal Liturgical Music Commission (ROCOR).