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The Hidden History of Russian Orthodox Chant | Vlad Morosan Interview
In this rich and wide-ranging interview, scholar and publisher Vlad Morosan (founder of Musica Russica) unpacks the fascinating history of Russian Orthodox chant, from its Byzantine roots to the polyphonic masterpieces of composers like Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. He traces the evolution of Znamenny chant, Kievan and Obikhod traditions, and explores the liturgical reforms that sparked the Old Believer schism — including its dramatic implications for music, worship, and cultural identity.Morosan also delves into how Soviet suppression of sacred music forced generations of Russian composers…
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