18/09/2025
In the cold winter's night the congregation gathers as the darkness settles in. By flickering candlelight they raise their hands in prayer as they begin their night long vigil, awaiting the coming of dawn and with it their hopes and prayers.
The 5AM Early Music Singers return to the Armenian Church, this time featuring music from the Eastern Orthodox Church from Ukraine and Russia. Join us as we journey through the contemplative, sombre yet joyful music of well known favourites like Rachmaninov and Tchaikovsky, and the charming classical form of choral concertos by Bortnyansky and the 'Mozart of Ukraine', Berezovsky.
Come with us to experience an evening of music that transcends borders and resonates with everyone, be they from the banks of the Dnippe River to the banks of the Singapore River.
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Programme:
Come let us worship - No.3 St. John Chrysostom Divine Liturgy (Tchaikovsky)
Bless the Lord my soul - No.2 All Night Vigil (Rachmaninov)
O Gladsome Light - No.5 All Night Vigil (Tchaikovsky)
Canticle of Simeon (Arkhangelsky)
Rejoice O Virgin - No.6 All Night Vigil (Rachmaninov)
Glory to God - Choral Concerto No.6 (Bortnyansky)
Blessed are you, oh Lord - No.9 All Night Vigil (Rachmaninov)
I beheld the resurrection - No.8 All Night Vigil (Chesnokov)
Do not reject me - Choral Concerto No.38 (Berezovsky)
Great Doxology - No.12 All Night Vigil (Rachmaninov)
Cherubic Hymn No.1 (Rimsky-Korsakov)
To Thee Victorious Leader - No.15 All Night Vigil (Rachmaninov)
Note: 5AM Early Music Singers are not affiliated with any religious group. This concert is strictly for the purposes of artistic appreciation and performance and not an effort to proselytise.
Note Note: Play Bingo with us during the concert and stand the chance to win a photo session with out cute mascot: Magnifi The Cat
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