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The Angel Cried to the Lady

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One of the delights of the Pascal season in the Orthodox Church. So bright, so happy! And we're running out of Eastertide. Before you know it, it will be Pentecost.

Zbigniew Preisner - Requiem for my Friend

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Archival Shape-Note Recording of Hallelujah at Holly Springs

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This is another great recording of real people singing real music. If you want to skip the shapes (the "fa sol la" syllables), start at 1:13.

Thy Resurrection, O Lord, the Angels in Heaven Sing

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This chant begins with the clergy in the sanctuary at the opening of the Easter Matins. And is sung throughout the procession around the church. And it's still Eastertide!