Credits:

Paul Hillier, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Theatre of Voices, YXUS String Quartet

Description:

This is a collection of choral works by Galina Grigorieva (1962-), a Ukrainian-born freelance composer. Many of her works are vocal works supported by deep spirituality, and "Nature Morte," the title of the album, is an unaccompanied choral work based on a text by Josif Brodsky (1940-1996), which has its roots in the Slavic liturgical music tradition. Also included is the vibrant "Svyatki" with Russian folk music. Recorded in 2015 by Estonia's proud choir and conducted by Paul Hillier. (C)RS