Experience the rich cultural heritage of Russia and Ukraine through the musical masterpieces presented in this program by Recordings. The album features the Russian Choral Master Lawrence Havriliak and the St. John's Russian Orthodox Choir from Spring Valley, New York, performing traditional folk songs like "Volga Boatmen" and religious choral classics by Bortniansky and Illyinsky. This nonprofit record label of the Smithsonian Institution is dedicated to preserving and disseminating sound to increase understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. Add this album to your collection and enjoy the lively engagement with the world of sound.
Specifications - Label: Recordings
- Format: CD
- Release Date: August 25, 1992
- Duration: 44 minutes
- Genre: World Music
Features - Performed by Russian Choral Master Lawrence Havriliak and the St. John's Russian Orthodox Choir
- Includes traditional tunes and religious choral classics
- Preserves and disseminates sound to increase understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity
- Part of the Folkways Records legacy of Moses Asch to document "people's music," spoken word, instruction, and sounds from around the world
- SKU: ZX9SFR0450