The following compositions are available on Amazon and CD Baby/HearNow.
1. The Book of Ruth: A Ballet – The Parnassus Ensemble – Ryan Beard, Conductor.
https://gkirazianthebookofruth.hearnow.com
The Book of Ruth in the Old Testament might well be the world’s first short story. I’ve always loved the story for several reasons: it is beautifully told, with memorable characters and deeply moving scenes. But even more important, the story also teaches us that love and devotion can heal us after great losses and enable us to rise above our harmful prejudices against others.
Ruth’s story has often been retold and depicted in films, but as far as I know, it has never been set to music. I hope I have done justice to this beautiful and timeless story.
2. Excerpts from The DIvine Liturgy of The Armenian Apostolic Church – Paros Chamber Choir – Raffi Mikaelian, Conductor.
http://paroschamberchoir.hearnow.com
Excerpts from George Kirazian’s version of the Divine Liturgy are performed by the Paros Chamber Choir, conducted by Raffi Mikaelian. The Choir is based in Yerevan, Armenia. Despite physical disabilities, the group sings these hymns with love and heartfelt devotion.
3. The Divine Liturgy of the Armenian Apostolic Church – Performed by Pacific Camerata – Dan Ratelle, Conductor.
http://pacificcamerata.hearnow.com
See it on Amazon HERE
The Holy Badarak, in one sense, is a divine dialogue, and its subject is the Eternal Glory of God. In the various versions that have been sung for generations, the chants and prayers of the officiating Priest, the Deacons, and the choral praise of the Choir blend into a humble vocal offering that is heartfelt and deeply moving to all who hear it. Each Sunday, in Armenian Churches throughout the world, our Divine Liturgy enables the entire congregation to grow spiritually, to move closer to the Light.
The Badarak is our Church’s sublime song of praise. It will continue to nourish all Armenians, deepen our spiritual experience, and allow us to put our hand on the very heartbeat of our Mother Church.
May the Holy Spirit of our Lord Jesus Christ guide and inspire our Church always.