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Choral Corner #38: At Forgiveness Vespers, “Vouchsafe, O Lord” is read extremely slowly, while the vestments and paraments are changed and the choir begins to use Lenten melodies. What’s going on?
These actions signify the official beginning of Great Lent. “Vouchsafe, O Lord” is read very slowly to allow the maximum possible time...
Mar 22, 20241 min read
Choral Corner #19: How are the hymns of late Lent/Holy Week different than those sung earlier?
Q: How are the hymns of the sixth week of Lent (this week), and also of Holy Week, different from those sung earlier in this liturgical...
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Choral Corner #16: What is the Triodion?
Colloquially, some Orthodox use the term "Triodion" to refer to Great Lent and its three preparatory weeks; choir directors, in...
Mar 20, 20231 min read
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