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All Saints Sunday, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on All Saints Sunday, the Sunday after Pentecost. "Thy Church, O Christ God, hath regaled herself . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 6/3/17. |
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All Saints Sunday, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion sung on All Saints Sunday, the Sunday after Pentecost, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Come, let us duly crown with hymns . . . ." |
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All Saints Sunday, Stichera at the Praises
These are the Praises sung at Orthros on All Saints Sunday, the Sunday after Pentecost, Prosomoion "As one valiant." "Since they welcomed His sufferings, all the Saints that are in His earth . . . ." |
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Alleluia in Lent - Tone 8
This Alleluia replaces "God is the Lord" during Orthros/Matins on weekdays during the Lenten season. |
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Alleluias during Lent
These are the Alleluias sung during Lenten Orthros (Matins) in all 8 tones. (Updated 3-10-16) |
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Annunciation, Apolytikion (Troparion)
This Apolytikion (Troparion) is sung at the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th, Tone/Mode 4. "Today is the beginning of our salvation . . . ." It is in Western & Byzantine Notation. Updated 3/17/17. |
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Annunciation, Doxastikon (Glory/Both now) at the Praises in Orthros (Matins)
This Glory/Both now is sung at the Praises of Orthros (Matins) at the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th, Tone/Mode 2. "Today is disclosed the mystery before the ages . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Exaposteilarion/Theotokion at Orthros (Matins)
This Exaposteilarion and Theotokion are sung at the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th, Tone/Mode 2, Prosomion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "The Chief of all the Angel hosts . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Festal Troparion after Psalm 50, at "Have mercy"
This is the Troparion sung after Psalm 50, at "Have mercy on me, O God, . . ." on the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, in Tone/Mode 2. "Today doth Gabriel announce to her who is full of grace . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Katabasia Ode 9
This is the Katabasia of Ode 9 for the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th & 26th, Tone/Mode 4. "Proclaim, O earth, . . ." and "The Theotokos, being the living tabernacle of God, . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Katabasiae Odes 1-8
These are the Katabasiae of Odes 1-8 for the Feast of the Annunciation to the Theotokos, March 25th & 26th, Tone/Mode 4. "I shall open my mouth . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Katabasiae Odes 1-9
These Katabasiae, Odes 1-9, are sung at the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th, Tone/Mode 4. "I shall open my mouth . . . Proclaim, O earth, the glad tidings of great joy . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Praises at Orthros (Matins)
These Praises are sung at the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th, Tone/Mode 1, Prosomion "Thou art the joy." "Having flown down from the vaults of Heaven to Nazareth . . . ." |
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Annunciation, Prokeimenon at Orthros (Matins)
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins) on the Feast of the Annunciation to the Most-Holy Theotokos, March 25th, Tone/Mode 4. "Proclaim from day to day . . . ." |
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Anthony the Great, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion sung for St. Anthony the Great, January 17th. "Thou didst become like the zealous Elijah (Elias) in his condition . . . ." |
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Anthony the Great, Exaposteilarion-1st
This is the first Exaposteilarion for St. Anthony the Great, January 17th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Thou from thy youth didst undertake . . . ." |
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Anthony the Great, Exaposteilarion-2nd/3rd & Theotokion
These are the 2nd and 3rd Exaposteilaria & the Theotokion for St. Anthony the Great, January 17th, Prosomoion "While standing in the Temple's courts." "Thou truly wast a light of lights . . . Since thou didst live the Angels' life . . . O thou good hope of all the world . . . ." |
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Anthony the Great, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung in Orthros (Matins) on the Feast of St. Anthony, January 17th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "O our righteous Father Anthony . . . ." (This is the older melody.) |
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Anthony the Great, Stichera at the Praises (updated melody)
The stichera at the Praises for St. Anthony the Great, January 17th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "O our righteous Father Anthony . . . ." |
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Archangels, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These are the troparia and idiomelon sung after Psalm 50 for the Synaxis of the Archangels. "Glory . . . Through the intercessions of the incorporeals . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy . . . O divine incorporeals . . . ." |
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Ascension, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for the Feast of the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ, The Original Melody: "While thy disciples looked on thee." |
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Ascension, Matins (Orthros) Prokeimenon
The Prokeimenon sung at Matins (Orthros) on the Feast of the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ. "God hath ascended in jubilation . . . ." |
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Ascension, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera at the Praises are sung at Orthros (Matins) on the Feast of the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ, Prosomion "Thou art the joy." "Let us on earth now keep festival . . . ." |
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Athanasius & Cyril of Alexandria, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion (Dismissal Hymn) for our Fathers Among the Saints Athanasius & Cyril, Patriarchs of Alexandria, January 18th, Prosomoion "Thy confession." Shining forth with works of Orthodoxy . . . ." |
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Athanasius & Cyril of Alexandria, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
The Exaposteilarion and Theotokion sung on January 18th for our Fathers Among the Saints Athanasius & Cyril, Patriarchs of Alexandria, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Ye proved to be initiates . . . ." |
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Athanasius & Cyril of Alexandria, Stichera at the Praises
The Praises for our Fathers Among the Saints Athanasius & Cyril, Patriarchs of Alexandria, January 18th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, O ye feast-lovers, let us all keep a festival . . . ." |
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Awed by the beauty of thy virginity
Theotokion of the first kathisma of Mode III Resurrectional Matins. Also sung at the end of the Salutations to the Theotokos service on Fridays of Great Lent. |
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Cheese Fare (Forgiveness) Sunday, Doxastikon & Theotokion (Glory-Both now) at the Praises
This Glory & Both now are sung at the Praises on Cheese Fare (Forgiveness) Sunday, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. "The time cometh which is the beginning of spiritual struggles . . . Most blessed art thou . . . ." |
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Christ is Risen (Arabic, choral)
This is the traditional melody of Christ is Risen with the Arabic phonetics. |
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Basil the Great, Apolytikion
Apolytikion of St. Basil the Great, Feast Day is January 1st. "Thy sound hath gone forth into all the earth . . . ." |
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Basil the Great, Apolytikion (choral)
This is the choral version of the Apolytikion of St. Basil the Great, January 1st. "In all the earth that received thy sayings . . . ." |
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Basil the Great, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These are the Festal Troparia sung after Psalm 50 on January 1st for St. Basil the Great. "Glory . . . Through the intercesions of the Bishop Basil . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy . . . Grace is poured upon thy lips . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion of the Circumcision of Christ, January 1st, Prosomoion "While Gabriel was saying." "Our human form hast Thou take on Thyself without change . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ, Apolytikion (choral)
This is the choral version of the Apolytikion of the Circumcision of Christ, January 1st. "O most compassionate Lord . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ, Kontakion
Kontakion for the Circumcision of Christ, January 1st, Prosomoion "On this day the Virgin." "Now the Lord of all that is . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ/St. Basil the Great, Doxa (Glory) & Both now at the Praises
This is the Glory and Both now sung at the Praises for the Circumcision of Christ and St. Basil the Great, January 1st. "Grace is poured upon thy lips . . . When the Savior condescended . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ/St. Basil the Great, Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung on January 1st, Prosomion "While standing in the temple's courts." "O Father, thou didst circumcise thy soul's uncircumcision . . . Now He that hath fulfilled the Law . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ/St. Basil the Great, Ode 9 at Orthros
This is the 9th Ode for both the Circumcision of Christ and St. Basil the Great, January 1st. "Magnify, O my soul . . . O thou blessed and all-pure one, in whose womb was incarnate . . . Magnify, O my soul . . . O Father Basil . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ/St. Basil the Great, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera at the Praises for the Circumcision of Christ and Saint Basil the Great, January 1st, Prosomoion "Rejoice." "He that without division or change . . . ." |
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Conception of the Theotokos by Righteous Anna, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are the Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Conception of the Theotokos by Righteous Anna, December 9th. Exapost: Prosomoion "While standing in the Temple's courts." "The Lord, being compassionate . . . ." Theotokion: Prosomoion "Thou Who as God adornest." "Now from a womb once barren . . . ." |
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Conception of the Theotokos by Righteous Anna, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on December 9th for the Conception of the Theotokos by Righteous Anna, Prosomoion "O house of Ephratha." "Adam and Eve, rejoice and put aside all sorrow . . . ." |
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Consecration of Resurrection Church in Jerusalem, Exaposteilaria & Theotokia
These are sung on September 13th for the Consecration of Resurrection Church in Jerusalem, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Willingly lifted on the Cross on Golgatha . . . The Lord God took flesh . . . In joy we cry aloud to thee . . . ." |
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Consecration of Resurrection Church in Jerusalem, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung for the Consecration of the Church of the Resurrection in Jerusalem, December 9th, Prosomoion "While standing in the Temple's courts." "Thy hallowed and all marvellous and august Church . . . ." |
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Consecration of Resurrection Church in Jerusalem, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on September 13th for the Consecration of Resurrection Church in Jerusalem, Prosomoion "Unto them that fear thee." "On this day with joy of heart . . . ." |
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Constantine & Helen, Glory (Doxastikon) at the Praises
This Glory at the Praises is sung on May 21st for the Feast of Ss. Constantine & Helen. "The King of kings and God . . . ." Updated 5/6/17. |
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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming, October 26th, Prosomoion "Thy confession." "A great champion hath the whole world . . . ." |
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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Doxa (Glory) and Both now at the Praises
These are sung on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming. "Glory . . . Let us honor the all-wise teacher . . . Both now . . . O Mother of Christ God . . . ." |
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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Martyr of Christ, Demetrios . . . Cease never to implore the Lord . . . ." |
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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Glory-Have mercy after Psalm 50
These are the Festal Troparia sung after Psalm 50 on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming. "Glory . . . Through the intercessions of the fight-bearing Demetrios . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy . . . Christ God, O wise Martyr Demetrios . . . ." |
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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Matins on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming. "Wondrous is God in His Saints, the God of Israel." |
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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming, Prosomoion "Rejoice." "Come thou, O holy Martyr of Christ . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Apolytikion (Troparion-chant)
Sung from August 15th to the 23rd. "In thy birth-giving, O Theotokos . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Apolytikion (Troparion-choral)
Sung from August 15th to the 23rd. "In thy birth-giving, O Theotokos . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory/Both now at the Praises is sung on August 15th for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. "Verily, the clouds, O Theotokos . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung 3 times on the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. The original melody: "O ye Apostles from afar . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
This Glory, Both now, and Idiomelon are sung on August 15th, for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theorokos. "When the translation of thine undefiled body . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Katabasia (Ode 9-single)
This is the Katabasia of the 9th Ode of the First Canon of the Dormition of the Theotokos. "All generations bless thee . . . In thee, O spotless Virgin . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Katabasiae (Ode 9-Double)
These are the Katabasiae of the 9th Ode of both Canons, with Magnifications, for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. Katabasia 1: "All generations bless thee . . . In thee, O spotless Virgin . . . ." Katabasia 2: "Verily, the angels . . . Let all the earth-born mortals . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Katabasiae (Odes 1-8)
These are the Katabasiae of Odes 1-8 sung on August 15th for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. "Thy noble solemn memorial . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Ninth Ode-Double Canon
This is the Ninth Ode of both Canons, with Magnifications, for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. Canon 1: "All generations bless thee . . . In thee, O spotless Virgin . . . ." Canon 2: "Verily, the angels . . . Let all the earth-born mortals . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Prokeimenon at Orthros (Matins)
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros on August 15th for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. "I shall proclaim Thy Name from generation to generation." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on the Feast of the Dormition, and following week, Prosomoion "As one valiant" "On thine honored dormition now . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This is the Doxastikon (Glory/Both now) sung at the Praises on September 14th for the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross. "Today arriveth the Cross of the Lord . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Exaposteilaria
These are the two Exaposteilaria sung for the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross, September 14th. First: Prosomoion "While Thy disciples looked on Thee." "The Cross is the guardian of the whole world . . . ." Second: Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Today the Cross is lifted up . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Festal Troparion after Psalm 50, at "Have mercy"
These are the troparia sung after Psalm 50 on September 14th for the Feast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross. "O thou tripartite Cross of Christ . . . O Cross of Christ, O hope of Christians . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Katabasia (Ode 9-single)
This is the Katabasia of the 9th Ode (without magnification) of the First Canon for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, sung from August 1-13 and August 24-September 21. (On August 6th, the double canon is sung.) "Thou art the mystical paradise . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Katabasiae (Ode 9-Double)
These two Katabasiae of the 9th Ode of the Cross (without magnifications) conclude the Canon on the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord on August 6th. "Thou art the mystical paradise . . . Verily, death which befell the human race . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Katabasiae (Odes 1-8)
These Katabasiae (Odes 1-8) are sung in Orthros (Matins) from August 1-13 and August 24-September 21. "Verily, Moses having struck with his rod . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Ninth Ode-Double
This is the Ninth Ode of the Canon at Orthros for the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross, September 14th, with Magnifications. "Magnify, O my soul, the most precious Cross of the Lord. Thou art the mystical paradise . . . . Magnify, O my soul, the Elevation of the life-giving Cross of the Lord. Verily death which befell the human race . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins) on September 14th for the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross. "All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Stichera at the Praises
The stichera at the Praises are sung on September 14th for the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "O strange wonder, great and marvelous! Today the life-bearing Tree . . . ." |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion for the Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 21st. "Today the Virgin is the foreshadowing of the pleasure of God . . . ." The music is in Western and Byzantine notation. Updated 11/15/17. |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Apolytikion (choral)
This Apolytikion is the choral version for the Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 21st. "Today the Virgin is the foreshadowing of the pleasure of God . . . ." |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Exaposteilarion
This is sung on November 21st for the Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Let us acclaim with faith and joy . . . ." |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These troparia are sung after Psalm 50 on November 21st for the Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple. "Glory . . . Today the living temple, the temple of the great King . . . Have mercy . . . Today the God-containing temple, the Theotokos . . . ." |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Stichera at the Praises
These are sung on November 21st for the Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As they resplendently lead in the Ever-Virgin Maid . . . ." |
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Ananias & Romanos, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
This Exaposteilarion & Theotokion are sung on October 1st for the Holy Apostle Ananias of the Seventy & our Righteous Father Romanos the Melodist, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "As Christ's disciple from of old . . . In tuneful songs inspired of God . . . ." |
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Andrew-Apostle, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
These are for the Holy Apostle Andrew, November 30th. The first Exaposteilarion follows the Prosomoion "While standing in the Temple's courts." "The Word, who was before all time . . . ." The second Exapost. & Theotokion follow the Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "With hymns of glory . . . Entreat the God Whom thou hast borne . . . ." |
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Anthimos, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on September 3rd for the Hieromarty Anthimos of Nicomdia, Prosomoion "While Thy disciples looked on Thee." "Strike up today an annual choir with gladness . . . ." |
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Anthony the Great, Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung on January 17th for the Feast of St. Anthony the Great |
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Archangels, 1st Exaposteilarion
This is the First Exaposteilarion sung on November 8th for the Synaxis of the Archangels, Prosomoion "While standing in the Temple's courts." "Our God and Maker showed thee forth . . . ." |
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Archangels, 2nd/3rd Exaposteilaria and Theotokion
These are the 2nd and 3rd Exaposteilaria and Theotokion sung on November 8th for the Synaxis of the Archangels, Prosomoion "Hearken ye women." "Ineffably enkindled with the light-transcending Trinity's divine resplendence . . . ." Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "O Marshal passing glorious . . . ." |
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Athanasius of Athos, Exaposteilarion
Sung at Orthros (Matins) on July 5th |
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Averkios the Wonderworker & Seven Holy Youths, Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung on October 22nd for Averkios the Wonderworker and the Seven Holy Youths, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "O godly wise Averkios . . . Let us all sing . . . ." |
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Barbara and John of Damascus, Exaposteilaria/Theotokion
Exaposteilaria for St. Barbara and St. John of Damascus, 4 December, Tone 3/Third Mode. Prosomoia of "While standing in the temple's courts". |
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Bartholomew & Barnabas-Holy Apostles, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on June 11 for the Feast of the Holy Apostles Bartholomew & Barnabas, Prosomoia "Hearken, ye women." "Today let wise Bartholomew and Barnabas . . . ." |
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Blind Man Sunday, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the Sunday of the Blind Man, the Fifth Sunday after Pascha, Prosomion "Hearken, ye women." "While passing by, our Savior found a blind man . . . ." |
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Boukolos-Bishop of Smyrna and After-Feast of the Presentation of our Lord, Exaposteilaria (Feb 6)
These Exaposteilaria are sung for ourRighteous Father Boukolos & the After-Feast of the Presentation (Meetng) of our Lord in the Temple, February 6th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Driving off every heresy as though it were a wild beast . . . ." |
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Charalampos the Wonderworker, Exaposteilarion
The Exaposteilarion for the Hieromartyr Charalampos the Wonderworker, February 10, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Divinely kindled with the flame . . . ." (When February 10 and Meat Fare Saturday coincide, the commemoration of St. Charalampos moves to February 9.) |
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Constantine & Helen, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on May 21st, the Feast of Ss. Constantine & Helen |
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Constantine & Helen, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on May 21st for the Feast of Ss. Constantine & Helen, Prosomion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Not from man did great Constantine . . . ." |
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Cosmas and Damian, Exaposteilarion/Theotokion
This Exaposteilarion and its Theotokion are sung on November 1st. |
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Cyprian, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for St. Cyprian, October 2. Prosomoia of "Hearken, ye women". |
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Cyrus & John (Jan 31), Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung during Orthros/Matins for the Holy Unmercenaries Cyrus & John, celebrated on January 31st. |
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Elisha (Elisseus), Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion and its Theotokion are sung on June 14 |
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Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for Wednesday & Friday
These are the Exaposteilarion and Theotokion sung in Orthros/Matins on Wednesdays and Fridays. Exapost: Prosomoion "While Thy disciples looked on Thee." Text: "The Cross is the guardian of the whole world . . . ." Theotokion: Prosomoion "O ye Apostles." Text: "As she that seedlessly bare Thee . . . ." |
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Forefeast for the Entrance of the Virgin into the Temple, Exaposteilarion
Exposteilarion, Forefeast of the Entrance of the Virgin into to the Temple, November 20, prosomoion to "Upon that mount in Galilee", Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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George, Exaposteilarion
This exaposteilarion is sung on April 23rd for the Feast of St. George the Great-Martyr, Prosomion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Brightly hath spring appeared to us . . . ." |
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Herman of Alaska, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
This is for St. Herman of Alaska, December 13th, Prosomoion "From the heights our Savior, Christ." "At the evening of thy life . . . ." |
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Holy Fathers (July), Exaposteilaria
These are sung on the Sunday that falls between July 13 and 19 for the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "While celebrating on this day . . . ." |
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Holy Fathers (October), Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung on the Sunday of October 11-17, for the Holy Fathers of the 7th Ecum. Council, Prosomoion "While standing in the temple's courts." "O Fathers of celestial mind . . . O Lord, Thou Who art more than good . . . ." |
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Holy Fathers of the 1st Ecumenical Council, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 1st Ecumenical Council, after Ascension, Prosomion "Hearken, ye women." "While celebrating on this day . . . ." |
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Holy Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for the commemoration of the Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, celebrated on the Sunday that falls between 11-17 October, Prosomoion "While standing in the temple's courts." "O Fathers of celestial mind of the Great Seventh Council . . . ." |
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In One Moment (choral)
This is the Exaposteilarion sung on Holy Thursday night (for Holy Friday Matins). "In one moment thou didst graciously grant Paradise to the wise thief . . . ." |
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James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
Exaposteilarion for the Apostle James, the "Brother of God," 23 October. Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "As an Apostle truly great . . . ." |
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James the Persian, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion, St. James the Persian, November 27, prosomoion to "Hearken ye women", Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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John the Almsgiver, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on November 12th for John the Almsgiver, Patriarch of Alexandria, Prosomoion "Thou who as God adornest." "Let us all sing John's praises . . . ." |
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John the Baptist-First & Second Discovery of his head, Exaposteilarion
This is sung on February 24th for the 1st & 2nd Discoveries of John the Baptist's Head, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Thy precious head is risen up from the earth's secret hollows . . . ." |
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John the Hut Dweller and Paul of Thebes the Venerable, Exaposteilaria
Exaposteilaria for Saint John the Hut Dweller and Saint Paul of Thebes the Venerable (January 15), Tone 2/Second Mode, Prosomoia of "Hearken, ye women". |
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Katherine, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
This is sung on November 25th for Katherine (Catherine) the Great Martyr, Prosomoion "While standing in the Temple's courts." "O virgin truly honorable . . . ." |
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Lazarus Saturday, Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung on the Saturday of the Raising of Lazarus the Righteous, Prosomion "From the heights our Savior, Christ." "At thy word, O Word of God . . . ." and "Christ already spoileth thee, O death . . . ." Updated 3/24/17. |
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Luke the Apostle, Exaposteilarion
St. Luke is celebrated on October 18th. |
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Matthew-Apostle & Evangelist, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on November 16th for the Holy Apostle & Evangelist Matthew, Prosomoion "While standing in the temple's courts." "When thou didst wisely cast away the yoke of tax-collecting . . . ." |
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Menas, Eugraphos & Hermogenes of Alexandria, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on December 10th for the Martyrs Menas, Eugraphos, and Hermogenes, Prosomoion "Thou who as God adornest." "With thy fair-spoken discourse . . . ." |
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Mid-Pentecost - Wednesday, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the Wednesday of Mid-Pentecost, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "At mid-Feast Thou, O Friend of man . . . ." |
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Mid-Pentecost, Exaposteilarion
This exaposteilarion is sung on the Feast of Mid-Pentecost, Prosomion "Thou Who as God adornest." "O Thou that hast the wine-bowl of grace inexhaustible . . . ." |
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Myrrh-bearing Women, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the 2nd Sunday after Pascha, the Myrrh-bearing Women, Prosomion "Hearken, ye women," the Original Melody. |
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Nativity of the Forerunner (John the Baptist), Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
This Exaposteilarion & its Theotokion are sung on June 24th & 25th for the Nativity of John the Baptist, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Today the joy-creating birth of the divine Forerunner John . . . ." |
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Nektarios the Wonderworker, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
This is sung on November 9th for St. Nektarios the Wonderworker, Prosomoion "Thou Who as God adornest." "Leap up in joy and gladness . . . ." |
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Nicholas the Wonder-worker, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung for St Nicholas on December 6th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "We all extol Saint Nicholas . . . ." Updated 11/25/17. |
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Panteleimon, Exaposteilarion
This is sung on July 27th for the Great-Martyr and Healer Panteleimon, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "O Panteleimon, thou most wise . . . ." |
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Paul the Confessor, Exaposteilarion/Theotokion
Exaposteilarion/Theotokion for St. Paul the Confessor, November 6, prosomoion to "Hearken, ye women", Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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Pelagia, the Penitent, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on October 8th for St. Pelagia the Penitent of Antioch, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "O Pelagia, praised of all . . . Delivered from the ancient curse . . . ." |
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Philip-the Holy Apostle, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
These Exaposteilaria and Theotokion are sung on November 14th for the Holy Apostle Philip. 1) Prosomoion "While standing in the temple's courts." "The course of thy most comely feet . . . ." 2) Prosomoion "Thou who as God adornest." "The Holy Spirit's light-beam . . . O thou most holy Virgin . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple-After Feast, Exaposteilarion (Feb 4)
This is sung for the After-feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 4th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Ineffably born as He knew . . . ." |
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Samaritan Woman & Mid-Pentecost, Exaposteilaria
These are the Exaposteilaria sung on the Sunday of the Samaritan Woman and the After-feast of Mid-Pentecost. "Thou camest to Samaria, my Savior . . . At Mid-feast Thou, O Friend of man . . . ." |
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Stephen the Proto-Martyr & Archdeacon, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
These are the Exaposteilaria & Theotokion for the Proto-martyr Stephen, December 27th. 1st Exapost: Prosomoion "From the heights our Savior, Christ." "Unto Thee as unto the King is Stephen brought . . . ." 2nd Exapost. & Theotokion: Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "He that was filled in very truth . . . Now there is born in Bethlehem . . . ." |
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Sunday after the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, Exaposteilarion
Sunday after the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, Exaposteilarion, Tone 2/Second Mode, Prosomoion of "Hearken, ye women". |
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Sunday Before Theophany, Exaposteilarion
This is the Exaposteilarion for the Sunday Before Theophany, Jan. 2-4 |
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Sunday of All Saints, Exaposteilarion
This is sung on the first Sunday after Pentecost, the Sunday of All Saints. Updated 6/7/15. |
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Sunday of the Blind Man, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the Sunday of the Blind Man, the 5th Sunday after Pascha. |
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Sunday of the Holy Fathers-1st Ecum. Council, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is to be sung on the Sunday after the Feast of Ascension. |
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Sunday of the Paralytic, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the Sunday of the Paralytic, the 3rd Sunday after Pascha. |
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Sunday of the Samaritan Woman, Exaposteilaria
These are the two Exaposteilaria to be sung on the Sunday of the Samaritan Woman, 4th Sunday after Pascha. |
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Synaxis of Righteous Simeon and Anna the Prophetess (Feb 3), Exaposteilarion
The Exaposteilarion for the Synaxis of the Righteous Simeon & Anna the Prophetess, February 3rd, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "In thee, O Mother of our God . . . ." |
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Synaxis of the Twelve Apostles, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
This Exaposteilarion & Theotokion are sung on June 30th for the Synaxis of the Twelve Apostles, Prosomoion "While Thy disciples looked on Thee." "Let us in gladness gather to laud with praises . . . ." |
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Thekla, Proto-Martyr, Equal-to-the-Apostles, Exaposteilaria
This is the Exaposteilarion and Theotokion for St. Thekla, September 24th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "A mortal bridegroom thou didst spurn . . . ." |
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Theodore the General, Exaposteilarion
The Exaposteilarion for the Great Martyr Theodore the General, February 8th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "O thou Great Martyr Theodore, our Christ's renowned commander . . . ." |
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Theoktistos, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
This is the Exaposteilarion with Theotokion sung on September 3rd for the Venerable Theoktistos, fellow ascetic with Euthymios the Great, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Living the Angels' life on earth . . . ." |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Exaposteilaria
These are the exaposteilaria sung on New Sunday: Sunday of Thomas the Apostle, Prosomion "Thou Who as God adornest." "O Thomas, thou hast searched out . . . On this day spring is fragrant . . . ." |
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Thomas-the Holy Apostle, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
These exaposteilaria and theotokion are for the Holy Apostle Thomas, October 6th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Apostle and Eye-witness of Christ God . . . ." |
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Timothy the Apostle and Anastasios the Persian, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for Saint Timothy the Apostle and Saint Anastasios the Persian (January 22), Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "A brightly beaming pair of Saints . . . ." |
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Xenia (Blessed) of St. Petersburg, Exaposteilarion/Theotokion
This Exaposteilarion and its Theotokion are sung on January 24th for the Blessed Xenia of St. Petersburg, Fool-for-Christ |
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Zenobius and Zenobia - Martyrs, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for the Holy Martyrs Zenobius and Zenobia, 30 October. |
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Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, Apolytikion (soft chromatic)
Apolytikion sung from December 20th - 23rd, Prosomion "Joseph was amazed," soft chromatic version. "Be thou ready, Bethlehem . . . ." Updated 11/28/17. Use this version when this is sung as a Dismisssal Hymn (Apolytikion). |
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Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, Exaposteilarion (Dec 20)
Exaposteilarion for the Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, December 20th, Prosomoion "From the heights our Savior, Christ." "Make thou ready, Bethlehem, prepare thyself, O little cave . . . ." |
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Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, Exaposteilarion (Dec 20-24)
Exaposteilaria for the Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, if it's a Sunday between December 20th - 24th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Be glad, O little Bethlehem . . ." Updated 12/13/17. |
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Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, Stichera at the Praises (Dec 20)
These Praises are for the Forefeast of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 20th, The Original Melody: "Ye angelic hosts, go ye on the way before us . . . ." |
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Paramon (Eve) of the Nativity, Aposticha of the Praises
Aposticha of the Praises for the Paramon (Eve) of the Nativity, December 24th, Prosomoion "O house of Ephratha." "Thou art become the house of Him that fashioned all things . . . ." |
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Paramon (Eve) of the Nativity, Exaposteilaria
Exaposteilaria & Theotokion for the Paramon (Eve) of the Nativity and St. Eugenia, December 24th, Prosomoion, "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Dwelling in light beyond approach . . . ." |
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Paramon (Eve) of the Nativity, Stichera at the Praises
These are the Stichera at the Praises for the Forefeast of the Nativity of Christ, December 24th, Prosomoion "Ye angelic hosts." "O the untold myst'ries, transcending understanding . . . ." |
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Paramon of the Nativity of Christ, Apolytikion (soft chromatic)
Apolytikion sung on December 24th, Prosomion "Joseph was amazed," soft chromatic version. "As the fruit of David's seed . . . ." Use this version when singing this as a Dismissal Hymn (Apolytikion). |
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Forefeast of the Elevation of the Cross (Sept. 13th), Festal Troparion after Psalm 50
These troparia are sung after the Matins Gospel and the reading/chanting of Psalm 50. "Through the intercessions of the Apostles . . . of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy upon me . . . O Cross of Christ, O hope of Christians . . . ." |
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George, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This is the Glory sung on April 23rd at the Feast of the Great-martyr George the Trophy-bearer. "Spring hath shown forth; come, let us be glad . . . ." Updated 4/15/17. |
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Give Me This Stranger
This hymn is sung on Great and Holy Friday night (Orthros of Holy Saturday), after the procession with the bier, as people are coming back into church, or at the end of the service. It is in both Western and Byzantine notation. |
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God is the Lord
These are the 8 modes (tones) for God is the Lord in WESTERN notation, sung during Orthros (Matins), with the updated text and music. |
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God is the Lord
These are all 8 modes (tones) for God is the Lord in BYZANTINE notation, sung during Orthros (Matins), with the updated text and music. This is a 4M file, and may take a minute to download. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 1/First Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 2/Second Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 3/Third Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 4/Fourth Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 5/Plagal First Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 7/Grave Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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God is the Lord-Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode [Listen]
This is the music and audio for the new "God is the Lord" in Western and Byzantine Notation. Click on "Listen" to hear it chanted. |
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Great & Holy Friday Matins
These are Prof. Hilko's arrangements of the Orthros Service sung on Thursday evening, in anticipation of Holy Friday, using Russian Tones. UPDATED 6/4/13! |
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Great Doxology - 2 part choral [Listen]
Two-part harmony, set to English by Michael Farrow, from the work of George Anastassiou. |
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Great Doxology - 4 part choral [Listen]
Four-part harmony, set to English by Michael Farrow, from the work of George Anastassiou. |
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Great Doxology - melody only [Listen]
Melody line only, set to English by Michael Farrow, from the work of George Anastassiou. |
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Great Doxology - Tone 1
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology - Tone 2
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins). Updated 6/10/15. |
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Great Doxology - Tone 3
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology - Tone 4
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology - Tone 5
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology - Tone 6
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology - Tone 7
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology - Tone 8
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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Great Doxology, for the Feast of the Cross, Agia Tone 4
This Great Doxology is sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) on the Feast of the Cross, September 14th, and on the Third Sunday in Lent, for before and during the procession with the cross. |
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Gregory the Theologian, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for St. Gregory the Theologian, January 25th. "The shepherd's pipe of thy theology . . . ." |
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Gregory the Theologian, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
These are the Exaposteilaria & Theotokion sung on January 25th for St. Gregory the Theologian, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Thou taughtest us to worship one Tri-hypostatic Unity . . . ." |
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Gregory the Theologian, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on January 25th for St. Gregory the Theologian, Prosomoion "Thou who wast called from on high." "When thou hadst parted the darkness of the letter . . . ." |
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Holy Fathers, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory at the Praises is sung on the Sunday of the Holy Fathers (in October, after Ascension, and in July). "When the rank of the holy Father flocked . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Hymn of Kassiani the Nun
Sung as the Doxastikon of the Aposticha for Holy Wednesday Bridegroom Matins. UPDATED and corrected 7/31/13! |
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It Is Truly Meet
This arrangement of 'It is truly meet' was chanted by the Archangel Gabriel when he first revealed this hymn |
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Ignatius of Antioch, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for St. Ignatius of Antioch, December 20th, and January 29th (Recovery of his relics). "By choosing the Apostles' way of life . . . ." Updated 12/30/16. |
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Ignatius of Antioch, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion (Dec 20)
These are the 2 Exaposteilaria & the Theotokion for St. Ignatius of Antioch, December 20th. First: Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Thou didst proclaim: I am the wheat . . . ." Second set: Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "Wounded with yearning for the love . . . Before the Lord's Nativity . . . ." |
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Recovery of the Sacred Relics of St. Ignatius the God-bearer, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for The Recovery of the Sacred Relics of the Holy Hieromartyr Ignatius the God-bearer (January 29), Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "From every grief and sore distress . . . ." |
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Innocent-Apostle to the Americas, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros for St. Innocent, Apostle to the Americas. "The steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord." |
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John Chrysostom, Exaposteilaria/Theotokion
Exaposteilaria/Theotokion for St. John Chrysostom, November 13, prosomoia to "While standing in the temple's courts", Tone 3/Third Mode, and "Hearken, ye women", Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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John Chrysostom, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera at the Praises for St. John Chrysostom, November 13th, Prosomoia "Unto them that fear thee." "Brighter are thy sacred doctrines . . . ." |
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John of Damascus, Aposticha and Stichera at the Praises
Aposticha and Stichera at the Praises for St. John of Damascus, December 4, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. Prosomoia of "O strange wonder." "Most wise, and all-lauded Father John . . . ." |
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Archangels (November 8th), Katabasia Ode 9
This Katabasia, Ode 9, is sung from November 8th (Feast of the Archangels) until November 20th, inclusive, which includes the changes for the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple. "Let all earth-born mortals . . . celebrate with honor the holy entrance of the Mother of God . . . ." |
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Archangels (November 8th), Katabasiae Odes 1-8
These Katabasiae, Odes 1-8, are sung from November 8th (Feast of the Archangels) through November 20th, which include the changes in Odes 1, 3, 5 & 9 for the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple. "I shall open my mouth . . . and I shall rejoice in her entrance with gladness . . . ." |
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Cheese Fare (Forgiveness) Sunday, Katabasiae Odes 1-9
These are the Katabasiae of the Canon for Odes 1-9 on Cheese Fare (Forgiveness) Sunday, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. (The same are used on the Sunday of the Pharisee and Publican.) "When Israel walked on foot . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ, Katabasiae
Katabasiae for the Circumcision of Christ, January 1, Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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Lent-1st Sunday, Katabasiae Odes 1-9
These Katabasiae of the Canon are sung on the First Sunday of Lent, Tone/Mode 4. "Old Israel having passed through the depth . . . ." |
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Lent-3rd Sunday, Katabasia-Ode 9
This is the Katabasia of the Canon, Ode 9, sung on the 3rd Sunday of Lent, for the Veneration of the Precious and Life-giving Cross, Tone/Mode 1. "O Virgin Mother . . . ." |
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Lent-3rd Sunday, Katabasiae-Odes 1-8
These are the Katabasiae of the Canon, Odes 1-8, for the 3rd Sunday of Lent, for the Veneration of the Precious and Life-giving Cross, Tone/Mode 1. "Of old the divine Moses foreshadowed thy Cross . . . ." |
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Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Katabasia Ode 9
This Katabasia is from the 9th Ode of the Canon of Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, "Verily, the Nativity is ineffable ..." |
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Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Katabasiae Odes 1-8
These Katabasiae are from Odes 1-8 of the Canon of Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, "A help and refuge ..." |
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Pharisee & Publican - Forgiveness Sunday, Katabasiae
These Katabasiae are sung on the Sunday of the Pharisee & Publican as well as on the Forgiveness Sunday during the Triodion. |
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Prodigal Son, Katabasiae
These Katabasiae are sung on the Sunday of the Prodigal Son during the Triodion. |
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Lamentations-Stasis 1, 2, & 3
These are the Lamentations that are sung on Holy Friday evening, during Orthros of Holy Saturday |
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Lazarus Saturday & Palm Sunday, Apolytikion (1st, chant)
This Apolytikion is sung on the Saturday of the Raising of Lazarus the Righteous and on the Feast of Palm Sunday. "O Christ God, when Thou didst raise Lazarus . . . ." |
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Lazarus Saturday & Palm Sunday, Apolytikion (1st, choral)
This is the First Apolytikion (Troparion) sung on the Saturday of the Raising of Lazarus the Righteous and on the Feast of Palm Sunday. "O Christ God, when Thou didst raise Lazarus from the dead . . . ." |
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Palm Sunday, Apolytikion (2nd, chant)
This is the 2nd Apolytikion (Troparion) sung on the Feast of Palm Sunday. (The 1st is labeled for Lazarus Saturday.) "O Christ God, when we were buried with thee in Baptism . . . ." |
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Palm Sunday, Apolytikion (2nd, choral)
This is the Second Apolytikion (Troparion) sung on the Feast of Palm Sunday. "Buried with Thee through Baptism, O Christ our God . . . ." |
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Palm Sunday, Katabasiae (Odes 1-9)
These are the Katabasiae of the Canon (Odes 1-9) for the Feast of Palm Sunday. "Verily, the springs of the deep appeared dry . . . God the Lord hath appeared unto us . . . ." |
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Palm Sunday, Prokeimenon at Orthros (Matins)
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins) on the Feast of Palm Sunday. "Out of the mouths of infants and of sucklings Thou hast perfected praise." |
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Palm Sunday, Stichera and Doxa (Glory) at the Praises
These are the stichera and the Doxastikon (Glory) of the Praises sung on the Feast of Palm Sunday. "O Lord, great multitudes spread their garments . . . Six days before the Passover . . . ." |
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Palm Sunday, Troparia after Psalm 50
These are the troparia sung after Psalm 50 in Orthros (Matins). "Today Christ entereth into the Holy City . . . Today hath the grace of the Holy Spirit . . . ." |
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Lent-1st Sunday, Doxastikon & Theotokion (Glory-Both now) at the Praises
This Glory is sung at the Praises on the First Sunday of Lent, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. "Moses received the law in a period of abstinence . . . Most blessed art thou . . . ." |
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Lent-2nd Sunday, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory is sung at the Praises on the Second Sunday of Lent, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. "Thou didst shine forth, O Christ . . . ." |
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Lent-3rd Sunday, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory is sung at the Praises on the Third Sunday of Lent, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. "The Lord of all taught us by a proverb . . . ." |
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Lent-4th Sunday, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory is sung at the Praises in Orthros (Matins) on the 4th Sunday of Great Lent, for St. John Climacus, Tone/Mode 1. "Come, let us labor in the mystical field . . . ." |
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Lent-5th Sunday, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory is sung at the Praises on the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Tone/Mode 1. "The kingdom of God is not meat and drink . . . ." |
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Lent-5th Sunday, Mary of Egypt-Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung on the 5th Sunday of Lent, at the Praises for Mary of Egypt, Tone 6/Plagal second mode, Prosomion "Having laid up all their hope." "Though thy body, which had been defiled with reckless abandon . . . ." |
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Great Litany (simple chant)
These are two simple versions of the Great Litany. |
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Great Litany-Byzantine
This Great Litany (Ektenia) in chant form can be used for the beginning of any of our services. |
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Litany of Fervent Supplication (simple chant)
This Litany of Fervent Supplication includes the triple Lord, have mercy in Tone 4 sung at the Village (in many languages), the Traditional Tone 5 used in the Artoklasia (English, Arabic, & Greek), and the simple Tone 8. |
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Litany of Supplication (simple chant)
This Litany of Supplication includes the simple "Lord, have mercy" as well as "Grant this, O Lord." |
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Matins, Kazan - First Little Litany
First Little Litany in Matins, from the Kazan Matins book. Updated 11/22/16. |
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Matins, Kazan - Great Litany
Great Litany in Matins, from the Kazan Matins book. Updated 11/22/16. |
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Matins, Kazan - Second Little Litany
Second Little Litany in Matins, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Third Little Litany #1
Third Little Litany at Matins, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Lord, have mercy
This is a set of 10 Lord have mercies, which may be sung 4 times for when 40 LHMs are needed, or 10 times quickly when 100 are needed, such as for the Feasts of the Cross on August 1st and September 14th. |
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Lord, have mercy (40 times)
This may be sung at the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross, September 14th, Russian melody. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, All Modes
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", all tones/modes. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 1/First Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 1/First Mode. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 2/Second Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 3/Third Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 3/Third Mode. Updated 1/12/17. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 4/Fourth Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 4/Fourth Mode. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 5/Plagal I Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 5/Plagal First Mode. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 6/Plagal II Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 7/Grave Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 7/Grave Mode. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. |
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Byzantine Matins Project
This is the entire set of music from the 1976 version of Kazan's Byzantine Matins Project. It has been typeset and corrected in its barring and accenting, with ison added. Please use with it the newer versions of the God is the Lord, also found in this PDF Library, Section G. Updated 4/14/17. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 01, Tone 1
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the First Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 1/First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 02, Tone 2
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Second Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 03, Tone 3
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Third Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 3/Third Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 04, Tone 4
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Fourth Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 05, Tone 5
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Fifth Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 06, Tone 6
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Sixth Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 07, Tone 7
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Seventh Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 7/Grave Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 08, Tone 8
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Eighth Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 09, Tone 5
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Ninth Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 10, Tone 6
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Tenth Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Doxastikon and Theotokion at the Praises for Eothinon 11, Tone 8
Doxastikon and Theotokion for the Eleventh Eothinon at the Praises, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Evlogetaria, Resurrectional
Resurrectional Evlogetaria for Sunday Orthros, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 01, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 1st Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 02, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 2nd Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 03, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 3rd Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 04, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 4th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 05, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 5th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 06, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 6th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 07, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 7th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 08, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 8th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 09, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 9th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 10, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 10th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Exaposteilarion for Eothinon 11, Tone 2
Exaposteilarion for the 11th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Festal Anabathmoi "From my youth up"
Festal Anabathmoi "From my youth up...", Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Katabasia for the Theotokos, Ode 9, Tone 4
Ninth Ode Katabasia for the Theotokos, "Let all earthborn mortals...", Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Katabasiae for the Theotokos, Odes 1-8, Tone 4
Katabasiae 1-8 for the Theotokos, "I shall open my mouth...", Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book |
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Matins, Kazan - Let everything that hath breath, and Litany before the Orthros Gospel
"Let everything that hath breath..." and Litany before the Orthros Gospel, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Little Litany and "Holy is the Lord our God", Eastertide
Litany and "Holy is the Lord our God" for Eastertide, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Little Litany and "Holy is the Lord our God", usual Sundays
Litany and "Holy is the Lord our God" for usual Sundays, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Lord have mercy, after the Intercession
12x "Lord have mercy" after the Intercession, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Magnifications at the Katabasiae, Tone 4
Magnifications at the Katabasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 1
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 1/First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 2
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 3
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 3/Third Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 4
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 5
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 6
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 7
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 7/Grave Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 8
Praises and Resurrectional Stichera, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 1
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 1/First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 2
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 3
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 3/Third Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 4
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 5
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 6
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. Updated 11/22/16. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 7
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 7/Grave Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Prokeimenon of the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 8
Prokeimenon for the Resurrectional Orthros Gospel, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion at Praises-T1
The Resurrectional Theotokion (Both now) at the Praises in Tone 1. "Most blessed art thou, O Virgin Theotokos . . . ." |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion at Praises-T6
The Resurrectional Theotokion (Both now) at the Praises in Tone 6. "Most blessed art thou, O Virgin Theotokos . . . ." |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion at Praises-T8
The Theotokion (Both now) sung at Sunday Orthros (Matins) in Tone 8. "Most blessed art thou, O Virgin Theotokos . . . ." |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 01, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 1st Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 02, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 2nd Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 03, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 3rd Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 04, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 4th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 05, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 5th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 06, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 6th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 07, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 7th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 08, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 8th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 09, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 9th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 10, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 10th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Theotokion for Eothinon 11, Tone 2
Resurrectional Theotokion of the Exaposteilarion for the 11th Eothinon, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparia after Psalm 50, Tone 2
Troparia after Psalm 50, Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 1
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Today is salvation", Tone 1/First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 2
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Today is salvation", Tone 2/Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 3
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Today is salvation", Tone 3/Third Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 4
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Today is salvation", Tone 4/Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 5
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Having risen from the tomb", Tone 5/Plagal First Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 6
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Having risen from the tomb", Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 7
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Having risen from the tomb", Tone 7/Grave Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Matins, Kazan - Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, Tone 8
Troparion of the Resurrection after the Great Doxology, "Having risen from the tomb", Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode, from the Kazan Matins book. |
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Maximos the Confessor, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Venerable Maximos the Confessor, January 21st, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Speaking divinely, thou didst preach one operation . . . ." |
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Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Doxastikon & Theotokion (Glory-Both now) at the Praises
This is the Glory at the Praises on Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Tone 1/First Mode, "Let us go before, O brethren . . . Most blessed art thou . . . ." |
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Menaion - 01 January
This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan for the saints and feasts of this month. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 12/19/16. |
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Menaion - 02 February
This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan for the saints and feasts of this month. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. |
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Menaion - 03 March
This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan for the saints and feasts of this month. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 3/4/17. |
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Menaion - 04 April
This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan for the saints and feasts of this month. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 4/15/17. |
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Menaion - 05 May
This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan for the saints and feasts of this month. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 5/6/17. |
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Menaion - 06 June
This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan for the saints and feasts of this month. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. |
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Menaion - 07 July
Festal hymnody for offices and Divine Liturgy for the month of July. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. |
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Menaion - 08 August
Festal hymnody from the Menaion for August. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 8/3/17. |
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Menaion - 09 September
Festal hymnody from the Menaion for September. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 9/14/17. |
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Menaion - 10 October
Festal hymnody from the Menaion for October. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. |
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Menaion - 11 November
Festal hymnody from the Menaion for November. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Updated 11/2/17. |
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Menaion - 12 December
Festal hymnody from the Menaion for December. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted. Update 12/15/17. |
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Myrrh-Bearing Women Sunday, Apolytikia
Apolytikia for the third Sunday of Paschaltide (2nd Sunday after Pascha), the Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women. Updated 3/31/17. "When thou didst submit thyself unto death . . . ." and "The pious Joseph . . . ." and "Verily, the angel came to the tomb . . . ." |
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Myrrh-bearing Women, Apolytikia (Choral)
These are the three Apolytikia (Troparia) sung on the Third Sunday of Pascha: the Sunday of the Myrrh-bearing Women, Pious Joseph of Arimathea, and Righteous Nicodemus. "When Thou didst descend to death . . . Pious Joseph . . . Verily the angel came to the tomb . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, 9th Ode (Double Canon)
This is the full 9th Ode of the Double Canon for the Nativity of Christ, December 25th, with the concluding Katabasiae of the 9th Ode for each canon. "Magnify, O my soul . . . I behold a strange and wonderful mystery . . . Magnify, O my soul . . . Verily, it is easier . . . ." Updated 12/23/17. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Apolytikion (chant)
This is the chant version of the Apolytikion of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 25th. "Thy Nativity, O Christ our God . . . ." It is in Western and Byzantine notation. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Apolytikion (choral)
This is a choral version of the Apolytikion of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 25th. "Thy Nativity, O Christ our God, hath given rise to the light of knowledge in the world . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Doxa (Glory) & Both now at the Praises
This is the Glory and Both Now sung at the Praises for the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 25th. "When it was time for thy presence on earth . . . Today Christ is born in Bethlehem . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for the Nativity of Christ (December 25), Original melody/automelon of "From the heights our Savior, Christ". Updated 12/11/16. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These are the troparia sung after Psalm 50 in Orthros for the Nativity of Christ, December 25th. "Glory . . . Today all creatures . . . Both now . . . Today all creatures . . . Have mercy . . . Glory to God in the highest . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katabasia-1st Canon, Ode 9
This is the Katabasia of the 9th Ode of the 1st Canon of the Nativity of Christ, sung from November 21st to December 24th (the Eve of the Feast). "Magnify, O my soul . . . I behold a strange and wonderful mystery . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katabasia-2nd Canon, Ode 9
This Katabasia is from the 9th Ode of the 2nd Canon of the Nativity of Christ, sung from December 26th - 30th. "Magnify, O my soul . . . Verily, it is easier for us . . . ." Updated 12/23/17. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katabasiae (Double Canon, Odes 1-8)
This double Canon of the Nativity of Christ has both sets of Katabasiae from the 1st and 2nd Canon (Odes 1-8), which are sung on the Feast of Christmas itself, December 25th, and on its Leave-taking, December 31st. "Christ is born, glorify Him . . . The Lord performed a miracle . . . ." Updated 12/3/17. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katabasiae-1st Canon, Odes 1-8
These Katabasiae, Odes 1-8, are to be sung in preparation of the Nativity of Christ from November 21st to December 24th (the Eve of the Feast). "Christ is born, glorify Him . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katabasiae-2nd Canon, Odes 1-8
These Katabasiae are from the 2nd Canon of the Nativity of Christ and are sung from December 26th - 30th. "The Lord performed a miracle . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Kathismata
Kathismata for the Nativity of Christ (December 25), Prosomoion "Joseph was amazed." "Come, ye faithful let us see where Christ the Savior hath been born . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This is the Prokeimenon sung at Matins on the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 25th. "From the womb before the morning star have I begotten Thee . . . ." It is in Western and Byzantine notation. Updated 12/15/17. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on December 25th for the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ. "Rejoice, O righteous ones, and ye heavens be glad . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on September 8th for the Nativity of the Theotokos. "Thy nativity, O Theotokos, hath proclaimed joy to the whole universe . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Apolytikion-choral
This is the harmonized version of the Apolytikion of the Nativity of the Theotokos sung on September 8th. "Thy nativity, O Theotokos, hath proclaimed joy to the whole universe . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This Doxastikon (Glory & Both now) is sung on September 8th for the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos. "This is the day of the Lord . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Exaposteilaria
These Exaposteilaria are sung on September 8th for the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "The ends of earth rejoice today . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Festal Troparion after Psalm 50, at "Have mercy"
These are the Festal troparia sung at the Matins Gospel on September 8th for the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos. "The joy of the whole world . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Ninth Ode of the 2nd Canon
This is the Ninth Ode, with Magnifications, of the 2nd Canon for September 8th, the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos. "Magnify, O my soul, the Virgin Mary, born of a barren womb. Verily, virginity, O Theotokos, is impossible for a mother . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins) on September 8th, the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos. "I shall proclaim Thy Name from generation to generation." Updated 1/8/18. |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on September 8th for the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "O strange wonder, great and marvelous! From the barren woman . . . ." Updated 9/9/17. |
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Nativity of the Theotokos, After-Feast-Sept. 10th, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on September 10th for the After-feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos, Prosmoion "Hearken, ye women." "O Adam be made new again . . . ." |
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Nicholas the Wonderworker, Troparia after Psalm 50
These are the troparia sung after Psalm 50 for St. Nicholas, December 6th. "Glory . . . Through the interecessions of Bishop Nicholas . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy . . . Well done, good and faithful servant . . . ." |
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Open To Me The Doors of Repentance
The three hymns are sung as the Post-Gospel Hymns for the Triodion, after Psalm 50, from the Sunday of the Pharisee and Publican to the 5th Sunday of Lent. |
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Open To Me The Doors of Repentance
These three hymns are sung during the Season of the Triodion, in Orthros as the Post-Gospel hymns after Psalm 50, from the Sunday of the Pharisee and Publican to the 5th Sunday of Lent. They are in Western & Byzantine notation. Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode & Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. Updated 2/3/18. |
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Paralytic Sunday, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on the Sunday of the Paralytic, Third Sunday after Pascha. "The sov'reign man-befriending Lord . . . ." |
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Pascha, Glory at the Paschal Stichera
This is the Glory (Doxastikon) sung at the Stichera of Pascha (Let God arise) during the Paschal season. The music is in Western and Byzantine notation. "Today is the Day of Resurrection . . . ." |
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Pascha, Katabasia-9th Ode-Megalynarion (chant)
This is the Katabasia of the 9th Ode of the Canon for Pascha: The Resurrection of Christ. It is also sung as the Megalynarion in the Divine Liturgy on Pascha, and the Sundays of the Myrrh-bearing Women and the Blind Man. The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. "The angel cried . . . Shine, shine, O new Jerusalem . . . ." |
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Pascha, Paschal Stichera (chant)
These are the Stichera of Pascha that are sung at the Aposticha in Great Vespers and at the Praises in Orthros (Matins) during the Paschal season. The music is in Western and Byzantine notation. "Let God arise . . . Today, Christ, our saving Pascha . . . ." |
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Pentecost, Exaposteilarion
These Exaposteilaria are sung on the Feast of Pentecost, Prosomoion "Thou who, as God, adornest." "O Thou, O all-holy Spirit . . . The Father is light . . . ." |
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Pentecost, Prokeimenon in Orthros
Sung before the Orthros Gospel, on the Feast of Pentecost. "Thy good Spirit shall lead me in the land of uprightness." Updated 5/25/17. |
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Peter & Paul, Doxastikon (Glory) & Both Now at the Praises (June 29th)
This is sung as the Doxastikon (Glory) and Both now at the Praises on June 29th for Ss. Peter & Paul. "Verily, the all-solemn feast of the two Apostles hath arrived . . . ." |
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Peter & Paul, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for June 29th, Ss. Peter and Paul, Prosomion "Hearken, ye women." "Let us all praise with sacred hymns . . . ." |
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Peter & Paul, Glory-Have mercy
These are the troparia sung after Psalm 50 for the Glory, Both now and Have mercy upon me. "Through the intercessions . . . O Peter, head of the honored Apostles . . . ." |
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Peter & Paul, Orthros
ORTHROS (Matins) music for the Feast, sung on the day of June 29th. Updated 6/29/2014 |
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Peter & Paul, Prokeimenon at Orthros
The Prokeimenon sung at Matins (Orthros) on Thursdays, Bright Monday, Pentecost, and for the Apostles. Updated 6/13/17. |
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Peter & Paul, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on June 29th for Ss. Peter & Paul, Prosomoion "Thou who wast called from on high." "When Christ the Master and Savior . . . ." Updated 6/13/17. |
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Pharisee & Publican, Doxastikon & Theotokion (Glory-Both now) at the Praises
This is the Glory and Both now sung at the Praises of Orthros/Matins on the Sunday of the Pharisee & Publican, during the Triodion. "O Lord, thou didst reproach the Pharisee . . . Most blessed art thou . . . ." |
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Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on July 2nd for the Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe (Raiment) at Blachernae. The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. "O Ever-virgin Theotokos, shelter of mankind . . . ." |
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Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe, Exaposteilarion
This Exaposteilarion is sung on July 2nd for the Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe (Raiment) at Blachernae, Prosomoion "O changeless Light." "Nature and time have been made new . . . ." |
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Polyeleos-Psalm 134
This is the 1st Polyeleos, Psalm 134, sung in Orthros (Matins) on Major Feasts. |
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Polyeleos-Psalm 135
This is the 2nd Polyeleos, Psalm 135, sung in Orthros (Matins) on Major Feasts. |
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Andrew-Apostle, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on November 30th for the Holy Apostle Andrew, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Be glad, Bethsaida . . . ." |
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Archangels, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on November 8th for the Synaxis of the Archangels, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "O Chief Commander, great Michael, we praise thee faithfully . . . ." |
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Averkios the Wonderworker, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on October 22nd for St. Averkios the Wonderworker, Prosomoion "O Lord, though Thou didst stand." "Thee hath the Comforter's divine grace anointed as His high priest . . . ." |
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Bartholomew & Barnabas-Holy Apostles, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on June 11 for the Feast of the Holy Apostles Bartholomew & Barnabas, Prosomoion "As one valiant." "Thou wast sent into all the world . . . ." |
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Charalampos the Wonderworker, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are for the Hieromartyr Charalampos the Wonderworker, February 10, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Gather together with fervor, ye children of the Church . . . ." (When February 10 and Meat Fare Saturday coincide, the commemoration of St. Charalampos moves to February 9.) |
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Constantine & Helen, Stichera at the Praises
These Stichera at the Praises are sung on May 21st for the Feast of Ss. Constantine & Helen, Prosomion "O strange wonder." "Rejoice, O great and all-wise Constantine . . . ." |
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Cyrus & John (Jan 31), Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung at the Praises during Orthros/Matins for the Holy Unmercenaries Cyrus & John, celebrated on January 31st, Prosomoion "As one valiant." "Let us honor with sacred songs . . . ." |
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George, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on April 23rd for the Feast of the Great-martyr George the Trophy-bearer, Prosomion "When he took thee." "Come, as we all gladly celebrate . . . ." |
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Herman of Alaska, Stichera at the Praises
The Praises for St. Herman of Alaska, December 13th, Prosomoion "What shall we now call you." "What shall we now call thee, O man of God . . . ." |
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Holy Fathers-Sundays of, Stichera at the Praises
These Stichera at the Praises are sung on the Sundays of the Holy Fathers: Prosomion "Having laid up all their hope . . . ." "Making careful inquiry . . . ." |
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James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on October 23rd for the Holy Apostle James, the "Brother of God," Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As we the throngs of the pious now keep this sacred feast . . . ." |
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James the Apostle-Son of Alphaeus, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera at the Praises for the Apostle James, son of Alphaeus, October 9. Prosomoia, "Unto them that fear thee." "Beaming like a brilliant sun . . . ." |
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John the Almsgiver, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on November 12th for John the Almsgiver, Patriarch of Alexandria, Prosomoion "Rejoice." "Rejoice, thou shining light of the Church . . . ." |
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John the Baptist-First & Second Discovery of his head, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on February 24th for the 1st and 2nd Discoveries of John the Baptist's Head, Prosomoion "Unto them that fear thee." "Thine all-sacred head hath opened wide the gateways of abstinence . . . ." |
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Katherine, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on November 25th for the Great-martyr Katherine (Catherine), Prosomoion "With what fair crowns." "With what fair crowns of praise shall we crown and adore thee . . . ." |
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Matthew-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at the Praises
These are sung on November 16th for the Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew, Prosomoion "Unto them that fear thee." "Beaming like a brilliant sun . . . ." |
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Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung at the Praises on Meat Fare (Judgment) Sunday, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode, "I picture that day and that hour..." and Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode, "Verily, Daniel the Prophet..." |
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Mid-Pentecost, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on the Feast of Mid-Pentecost, Prosomion "As one valiant." "The Divine Wisdom, Power & Peace . . . ." |
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Nativity of the Forerunner (John the Baptist), Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on June 24th at the Nativity of John the Baptist, The Original Melody. "O strange wonder! John the messenger . . . ." |
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Nektarios the Wonderworker, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on November 9th for St. Nektarios the Wonderworker, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, let us gather in joy and with songs keep festival . . . ." |
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Nicholas the Wonderworker, Stichera at the Praises
These are the verses on the Praises for St. Nicholas, December 6th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Hovering round the sweet flowers of the all-holy Church . . . ." Updated 11/25/17. |
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Panteleimon, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on July 27th for the Great-Martyr and Healer Panteleimon, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "Since thou didst zealously imitate . . . ." |
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Pharisee & Publican, Stichera at the Praises
These are the Stichera at the Praises sung on the Sunday of the Pharisee & Publican during the Triodion. |
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Philip-the Holy Apostle, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on November 14th for the Holy Apostle Philip, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "O great Apostle, the echoes of thy celestial sounds . . . ." |
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Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung at the Praises in Orthros (Matins) on July 2nd for the Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe (Raiment) at Blachernae, Prosomoion "As one valiant." "For thy servant, the hallowed shrine . . . ." |
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Prodigal Son, Stichera at the Praises
These are the Stichera at the Praises sung on the Sunday of the Prodigal Son during the Triodion. |
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Sunday after Theophany, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera at the Praises for the Sunday after Theophany, Tone 1/First Mode. |
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Sunday Before Theophany, Stichera at the Praises
These are the Praises to be sung on the Sunday Before Theophany, Jan. 2-4, Prosomoion "Ye angelic hosts." "Ye angelic hosts, go ye on the way before us . . . ." |
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Synaxis of the Twelve Apostles, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on June 30th for the Synaxis of the Twelve Apostles, Prosomoion "Thou who wast called from on high." "O chief foundation of Christ's divine Apostles . . . ." |
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Thekla, Proto-Martyr, Equal-to-the-Apostles, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on September 24th for St. Thekla. "Rejoice, O ye people, for today is prepared the battleground for the struggle . . . ." |
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Theodore the General, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung for the Great Martyr Theodore the General, February 8th, Prosomoion "As one valiant." "An invincible man of war and an athlete of noble mind . . . ." |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on New Sunday: Sunday of Thomas the Apostle, Prosomion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O life-giving Lord . . . ." |
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Xenia of St. Petersburg, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on January 24th for the Blessed Xenia of St. Petersburg, Fool-for-Christ, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "Toiling with labors both night and day . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple Series
Music for the Presentation of the Lord on February 2nd, including the 9th Ode of Matins, and the Antiphons, Entrance Hymn, Troparion, Kontakion, Alleluia, Hymn to the Theotokos, and Communion Hymn of Liturgy. Updated 1/12/18. |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for the Presentation (Meeting) of the Lord in the Temple. "Rejoice, O Virgin Theotokos, full of grace . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Doxa (Glory & Both now) at the Praises
The Doxastikon (Glory & Both now) at the Praises for the Presentation of our Lord in the Temple, February 2nd. "O Christ God, who willed today . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for the Presentation (Meeting) of the Lord in the Temple, February 2nd, The Original Melody: "While standing in the Temple's courts." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These troparia are sung after Psalm 50 in Orthros. "Glory . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Both now . . . (repeat) . . . Have mercy . . . Today let the gate of heaven be opened . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of Our Lord in the Temple, Katabasia-Ode 9
This is the Katabasia of the 9th Ode for the Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple (February 2). "O Theotokos . . . Let us magnify, O believers . . . ." Updated 1/2/17. |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Katabasiae, Magnifications, 9th Ode complete
These are the Katabasiae for Odes 1-8, the Magnifications, and Ode 9 (combined) for the Presentation (Meeting) of the Lord in the Temple, February 2nd. "The sun of old . . . That which came to pass in thee . . . Let us magnify, O believers . . . ." Updated with new order of Magnifications, Heirmos & Troparia, 1/13/18. |
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Presentation (Meeting) of Our Lord in the Temple, Katabasiae-Odes 1-8
These are the Katabasiae of Odes 1-8 for the Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple (February 2). "The sun of old passed over the depth of the tempest . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera at the Praises for the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple, February 2nd, Prosomoion "Unto them that fear thee." "Wishing to fulfill the written law . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple-After Feast, Stichera & GB at the Aposticha at the Praises (Feb 6)
The Stichera & Glory/Both now for the Aposticha at the Praises for the After-Feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 6th, Prosomoion "O house of Ephratha." "Christ Savior on this day is carried as an infant . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple-After Feast, Stichera at the Aposticha at the Praises (Feb 8)
These are sung for the After-Feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 8th, Prosomoion "O house of Ephratha." "Holding all in His hand as Maker and Creator . . . ." |
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Prodigal Son, Doxastikon & Theotokion (Glory-Both now) at the Praises
This is the Glory & Both now sung at the Praises of Orthros/Matins on the Sunday of the Prodigal Son, during the Triodion. "O Good Father, I have withdrawn from thee . . . Most blessed art thou . . . ." |
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Prokeimenon at Orthros, Panteleimon
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros on July 27th for the Great-Martry and Healer Panteleimon. "The righteous man shall flourish like a palm tree . . . ." |
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Prokeimenon at Orthros, Synaxis of the Archangels (Nov 8)
This Prokeimenon is sung on November 8th for the Synaxis of the Archangels. "He maketh His angels spirits, and His ministers a flame of fire." Updated 1/22/18. |
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Prokeimenon, for an Apostle or Apostles, at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros for when an Apostle or the Apostles are being commemorated. "Their (His) sound hath gone forth into all the earth . . . ." Updated 11/25/17. |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, I Shall Proclaim Thy Name
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros, usually for Feasts of the Theotokos. "I shall proclaim Thy Name from generation to generation." |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, My mouth shall speak wisdom
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins). "My mouth shall speak wisdom, and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding." |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, Precious in the Sight of the Lord
This prokeimenon is sung at Orthros: "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saint(s)." Updated 12/12/17. |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, The righteous man shall flourish
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros. "The righteous man shall flourish like a palm tree . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, There will I make to spring forth
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros, "There will I make to spring forth a horn for David; I have prepared a lamp for my Christ." |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, Thy priests, O Lord, shall be clothed with righteousness
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros: "Thy priests, O Lord, shall be clothed with righteousness, and Thy righteous shall rejoice." |
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Prokeimenon-Orthros, Wondrous is God In His Saints
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins). "Wondrous is God in His Saints, the God of Israel." |
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Amomos - Psalm 118
This is the beginning of Psalm 118:1-12 that may be sung before chanting the Evlogetaria in Orthros. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 1 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 1/First Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 2 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 3 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 3/Third Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 4 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 4/Fourth Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 5 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 6 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 7 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 7/Grave Mode. |
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Resurrectional Apolytikion, Tone 8 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Apolytikion from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 1 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 1/First Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 2 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 2/Second Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 4 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 4/Fourth Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 5 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 5/Plagal First Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 6 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 6/Plagal Second Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 7 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 7/Grave Mode. |
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Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia, Tone 8 (Kazan)
Resurrectional Theotokion at the Apolytikia from the Kazan Byzantine Project, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. |
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Saturday of Souls, Alleluia
This Alleluia is sung on the Saturday of Souls to replace the Prokeimenon at Vespers and "God is the Lord" at Orthros (Matins). |
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Saturday of Souls, Apolytikion & Theotokion
This is the Apolytikion (Troparion) and Theotokion for the services on Saturday of the Souls, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. "O only Creator . . . (O thou who by the depth . . .)," and "We have verily accepted thee . . . (Thee do we have as a wall . . .). |
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Saturday of Souls, Aposticha at Orthros
This Aposticha at Orthros is sung on Saturday of Souls, Prosomion "Having laid up all their hope." "Since Thou hast unfath'mable compassion for us . . . ." |
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Saturday of Souls, Evlogitaria
These Evlogitaria are from the Funeral Service, and are sung at Orthros (Matins) on Saturday of Souls and Meat Fare Saturday. "Blessed art thou, O Lord, teach me thy statutes. The Choir of the Saints have found the Fountain of Life and the Door of Paradise . . . ." |
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Saturday of Souls, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
These are sung on the Saturday of Souls, Prosomion "Thou who as God adornest." "As we now make remembrance . . . ." |
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Saturday of Souls, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on the Saturday of Souls, Prosomion "Ere the morning star." "Dreaded is that end brought by death on all things . . . ." |
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Saturday of Souls, Theotokion at the Aposticha (Orthros)
This Theotokion at the Aposticha of Orthros (Matins) is sung on Saturday of Souls, Prosomion "Having laid up all their hope." "Thou, who art a dwelling place worthy of God . . . ." |
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Stavro-Theotokion, Seeing the Grape-Cluster
This is the Stavro-Theotokion (for Wednesdays & Fridays) which can be sung at Vespers & Orthros, Prosomoion "When he took thee." "Seeing the Grape-cluster, wholly ripe . . . ." |
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Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion of the Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 26th - 31st. "Proclaim, O Joseph, to David, the grandparent of God . . . ." |
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Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Doxa (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory is sung on the Sunday after the Nativity of Christ, December 26th - 31st. "The blood, fire and pillars of smoke . . . ." |
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Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Exaposteilarion
The first Exaposteilarion sung on the Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 26th - 31st, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "Now with God's Brother, lauded James . . . ." |
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Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, December 18th - 24th. "Great are the accomplishments of faith . . . ." |
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Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Doxa (Glory) at the Praises
This Glory at the Praises is sung on the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, December 18th- 24th. "The collection of the Law's teachings . . . ." This music is in both Western and Byzantine notation. Updated 12/22/17, Rev. 4. |
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Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Exaposteilaria
Exaposteilaria for the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, December 18th - 24th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee." "By faith, the Fathers ere the Law . . ." Updated 12/9/17. |
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Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera at the Praises for the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Prosomoion "Rejoice." "Zion, thou sacred city of God . . . ." |
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Sunday before the Nativity of Christ-Orthros (Kazan)
This is the Orthros (Matins) service for the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, December 18-24, the Sunday of the Genealogy |
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Sunday of the Forefathers of Christ, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
These are sung on the Sunday of the Forefathers of Christ, December 11th - 17th (Second Sunday before Christmas), Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "O ye who love the Fathers' choirs . . . ." |
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Sunday of the Forefathers of Christ, Glory & Both now at the Praises
This Glory and Both at the Praises are sung on the Second Sunday before Christmas, the Sunday of the Holy Forefathers of Christ, December 11-17. "Come, let us all celebrate the anniversary of their memory . . . ." |
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Sunday of the Forefathers of Christ, Stichera at the Praises
Stichera for the Sunday of the Forefathers, December 11th - 17th, (Second Sunday before Christmas), Prosomoion "O house of Ephratha." "Let us all celebrate this day's commemoration . . . ." |
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Sunday of the Forefathers-2nd Sunday before Nativity of Christ-Orthros (Kazan)
This is the Orthros (Matins) service for the 2nd Sunday before Christmas, December 11-17, the Sunday of the Forefathers, pages 60-76 from Kazan's December Menaion |
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Synaxis of John the Baptist, Doxa (Glory) at the Praises
This is the Glory at the Praises for the Synaxis of John the Baptist, January 7th. "Thou hast come from the suffering of barrenness . . . ." |
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Synaxis of John the Baptist, Exaposteilarion
The Exaposteilarion for the Synaxis of John the Baptist, January 7th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "The Master called thee openly . . . ." |
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Synaxis of Righteous Simeon and Anna the Prophetess (Feb 3), Aposticha/Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are the Aposticha of the Praises for the Synaxis of the Righteous Simeon the God-Receiver and Anna the Prophetess, February 3rd, Prosomoion "As it is written." They may also be sung as the Stichera at the Praises. "O Simeon, take in thy hands the Maker of the universe . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, 9th Ode of First Canon (4)
These are the four stichera of the Ninth Ode of the First Canon for the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "Magnify, O my soul . . . Verily, all tongues are at a loss . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, 9th Ode of Second Canon (3)
These are the three stichera of the 9th Ode of the Second Canon for the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "Today the Master bendeth His neck . . . O the wonder of thy super-intelligent Nativity . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Apolytikion
Feast day is January 6th, sung from January 6th - 14th. "When thou, O Lord, wast baptized in the Jordan . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Both Now at the Praises
The Theotokion (Both now) at the Praises on the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "Today Christ is come to be baptized . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Exaposteilarion
Exaposteilarion for Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th, Prosomoion "From the heights our Savior, Christ." "In the Jordan River's streams . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These are the Troparia sung after Psalm 50 in Orthros for the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "Glory . . . Let all the universe rejoice . . . Both now . . . Let all the universe rejoice . . . Have mercy . . . God the Word appeared in the flesh to mankind . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, First Kathisma
First Kathisma for Theophany, January 6th, Prosomoion "Awed by thy beauty." "At Thine Epiphany in Jordan's streams, O Christ . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Glory at the Praises
This is the Glory only at the Praises for Theophany (Epiphany). "Our Savior, Who putteth on light like a robe . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Hiermoi of Ode 9 (Double)
These are the two Heirmoi of the 9th Ode of both Canons of Theophany (Epiphany), which are also sung as Katabasiae. "Magnify, O my soul . . . "Verily, all tongues are at a loss . . . Magnify, O my soul . . . O the wonder of thy super-intelligent Nativity . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Katabasia (Second canon, Ode 9)
This is the Katabasia of the 9th Ode of the Second canon for the Feast of Theophany, January 6th. "Magnify, O my soul . . . O the wonder of the super-intelligent Nativity . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Katabasiae (Double, Odes 1-8)
These are the Katabasiae (Odes 1-8) of both canons for the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "The Lord mighty in wars covered the bottom of the sea . . . Verily, Israel past the tempest of the tumultuous sea . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Katabasiae (Second canon, Odes 1-8)
These are the Katabasiae, Odes 1-8 of the Second canon for the Feast of Theophany, January 6th. "Verily, Israel past the tempest of the tumultuous sea . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros for the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "The sea beheld and fled; Jordan turned back." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Second Kathisma
Second Kathisma for Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th, Prosomoion "Joseph was amazed." "River Jordan, what hast thou beheld . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Stichera at the Praises (4)
These are the 4 Stichera at the Praises for the After-Feast of Theophany. "Christ our God, Who is Light of Light . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Stichera at the Praises (6)
These are the six stichera and verses for the Praises on the Feast of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "Christ our God who is Light of Light . . . ." |
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Theophany (Epiphany) of our Lord, Third Kathisma
Third Kathisma for Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th, Prosomoion "Be quick to anticipate." "The streams of the Jordan River . . . ." |
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Theotokion, Thou alone, O Holy Bride of God
This Theotokion can be sung at Vespers and Orthros, Prosomoion "When he took thee." "Thou alone, O holy Bride of God . . . ." |
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Theotokion: Thou art the true vine
This is the Theotokion (Both now) at "O Lord, I have cried" for various feasts. "O Theotokos, thou art the true vine . . . ." Updated 2/22/18 |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion (Troparion) sung on Thomas Sunday (New Sunday). The music is in Western and Byzantine notation. "While the tomb was sealed . . . ." |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Apolytikion (choral)
This Apolytikion (Troparion) is sung on the Thomas Sunday, the Sunday after Pascha. "While the tomb was sealed . . . ." |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins) on Thomas Sunday (New Sunday). "Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion sung for the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th, The Original Melody: "The three most great luminaries of the Three Sun Divinity . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Apolytikion-2nd
This is the Second Apolytikion sung for the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th. "Since ye were of like ways with the Apostles . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Both now at the Praises (for the Presentation)
This is the Both now at the Praises, sung on the Feast of the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th, but for the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple. "Today Christ is presented in the Temple as a child . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion
The 2 Exaposteilaria & Theotokion for the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th, Prosomoion "Thou Who as God adornest." "Let us all sing the praises . . . O Father, Son and Spirit . . . Thou art a gold-entwined tower . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
These troparia are sung in Orthros after Psalm 50 for the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th. "Glory . . . Through the intercesseions of the Teachers . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy . . . Grace was poured forth on your lips . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Glory (Doxa) at the Praises
The Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises for the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th. "Today the souls of the terrestrials . . . ." |
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Three Great Hierarchs, Stichera at the Praises
The Praises for the Three Great Hierarchs, January 30th, Prosomoion "With what fair crowns." "With what divine and fair crowns of praise . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Apolytikion (chant)
Apolytikion for the Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ (6 August). "When thou, O Christ our God, wast transfigured on the mountain . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Apolytikion (choral)
This is the choral version of the Apolytikion of the Transfiguration of our Lord. "When thou, O Christ our God, wast transfigured on the mountain . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Exaposteilarion
This is Exaposteilarion is sung on August 6th for the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord, Original Melody: "O changeless Light . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Festal Troparia after Psalm 50
This Idiomelon is sung on August 6th, for the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. "O thou holy One who hast sanctified the whole universe . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Glory at the Praises
This is the Glory sung at the Praises on August 6th for the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. "Verily, Christ took Peter, James and John . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Katabasia (Ode 9)
This is the Katabasia of Ode 9 for the Canon of the Feast of the Transfiguration, sung from July 27-31 and August 2-5. "Thy birth-giving, O Theotokos, has been shown free of corruption . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Katabasiae (Odes 1-8)
These are the Katabasiae of Odes 1-8 for the Canon of the Feast of the Transfiguration, sung from July 27-31 and August 2-5. "The hosts of Israel, having passed the Red Sea . . . ." (For August 1st & 6th, see the "Cross, Katabasiae" in the Katabasiae Group.) |
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Transfiguration, Ninth Ode-Double Canon
This is the Ninth Ode of both Canons sung on August 6th for the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. "Magnify, O my soul . . . Thy birth-giving, O Theotokos . . . All ears are alarmed . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Prokeimenon at Orthros
This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros (Matins) on August 6th for the Transfiguration of our Lord. "Tabor and Hermon shall rejoice in Thy Name." |
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Transfiguration, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung at the Praises on August 6th for the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord, Prosomoion "Thou Who wast called from on high." "Before thy venerable Cross . . . ." |
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Transfiguration, Troparion (choral)
Apolytikion for the Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ (6 August). "When thou, O Christ our God, wast transfigured on the mountain . . . ." |
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Circumcision of Christ, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for the Circumcision of Christ, January 1, Tone 1/First Mode, Prosomion of "While Gabriel was saying". "Our human form hast thou taken on thyself without change . . . ." |
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Mid-Pentecost, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion of Mid-Pentecost is sung for one week, beginning on the Wednesday of the Fourth week of Pascha. The music here is in Western and Byzantine notation. "In the midst of this Feast, O Savior . . . ." |
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Ananias of the 70, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung for the Holy Apostle Ananias of the Seventy, October 1st. "O Holy Apostle Ananias, intercede with our merciful God . . . ." |
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Andrew-Apostle, Apolytkion
This is the Apolytkion for the Holy Apostle Andrew, November 30th. "As the first-called of the Apostles . . . ." |
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Anthimos, Apolytikion
This Apolytkion is sung on September 3rd for the Hieromartyr Anthimos of Nicomedia, Prosomoion "While Gabriel was saying." "O godly-minded Anthimos . . . ." |
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Archangels, Apolytikion
Feast day is November 8th, chant version, Prosomoion "Thou Who wast raised up." "Supreme Commanders of the Hosts of the Heavens . . . ." |
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Archangels, Apolytikion (choral)
Feast day is November 8th, choral version, Prosomoion "Thou Who wast raised up." "Supreme Commanders of the Hosts of the Heavens . . . ." |
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Averkios the Wonderworker, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on October 22nd for Averkios the Wonderworker, Bishop of Hierapolis. "Thy works of justice did show thee to thy congregation a canon of faith . . . ." |
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Beheading of St. John the Baptist, Troparion of the
The Apolytkion of St. John the Baptist, Feast Day for his Beheading is August 29th. Updated 12/30/17. "The memory of the righteous is celebrated with songs of praise . . . ." |
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Charalampos the Wonderworker, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for the Hieromartyr Charalampos the Wonderworker, February 10, Prosomoion "Be quick to anticipate." "An unshaken pillar of the Church of Christ God art thou . . . ." (When February 10 and Meat Fare Saturday coincide, the commemoration of St. Charalampos moves to February 9.) |
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Conception of the Theotokos by Righteous Anna, Apolytikion
This is sung on December 9th for the Conception of the Theotokos by Righteous Anna. "Today have the bonds of barrenness been loosened . . . ." It is in Western and Byzantine notation. |
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Constantine & Helen, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion (Troparion) is sung on May 21st for the Feast of Ss. Constantine & Helen. "Having seen the image of Thy Cross in Heaven . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Cyprian, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for St. Cyprian, October 2. |
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Dormition of St. Anna, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on July 25th for the Dormition of Righteous Anna, the mother of the Theotokos. "O godly minded Anna . . . ." |
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Elias-the Prophet, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion of the Holy Prophet Elias, July 20th, Prosomoion "Be quick to anticipate." "The incarnate Angel and the Prophets' summit and boast . . . ." |
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Gregory Palamas, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion/Troparion of St. Gregory Palamas, Archbishop of Thessalonica, is sung on the Second Sunday of Lent, as well as his feast day on November 14th, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. "O star of Orthodoxy . . . ." |
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Herman of Alaska, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for St. Herman of Alaska, December 13th. "Blessed ascetic of the northern wilds . . . ." (From St. Anthony's Monastery.) |
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Holy Fathers, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion of the Holy Fathers is sung on the Sunday between Oct. 11-17; on the Sunday after Ascension; and on the Sunday between July 13-19. The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. "Thou, O Christ, art our God of exceeding praise . . . ." |
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James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Apolytikion
Apolytikion of the Holy Apostle James, the "Brother of God," October 23rd. "Since thou art a Disciple of the Lord . . . ." |
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James the Apostle, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion for both the Holy Apostle James, son of Alphaeus, October 9th, and the Holy Apostle James, brother of John the Theologion (son of Zebedee), April 30th. "O Holy Apostle James . . . ." |
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John of Damascus, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for St. John of Damascus, 4 December, Tone 3/Third Mode. Adapted prosomoion of "Awed by the beauty". Updated 11/25/16. |
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John the Baptist, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion sung for St. John the Baptist, for his Synaxis on January 7th, and for his Beheading on August 29th. "The memory of the righteous is celebrated with songs of praise . . . ." It is in Western and Byzantine notation. |
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John the Baptist-First & Second Discovery of his head, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion of the 1st and 2nd Discovery of John the Baptist's Head, February 24th, Prosomoion "Be quick to anticipate." "The Forerunner's sacred head, having dawned forth from the earth . . . ." |
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John the Hut Dweller, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for Saint John the Hut Dweller, January 15, Tone 4/Fourth Mode, Prosomoion, "Be quick to anticipate". "Since thou hadst with fervor longed after the Lord from thy youth . . . ." |
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Joseph of Damascus, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for St. Joseph of Damascus, 10 July. |
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Katherine, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on November 25th for St. Katherine (Catherine) the Great Martyr, Prosomoion "Let us worship the word." "Let us praise the all-lauded and noble bride of Christ . . . ." |
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Luke-Apostle & Evangelist, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion of the Holy Apostle & Evangelist Luke, sung on October 18th. It is the traditional troparion in Tone 3 for the Apostles. "O Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke, intercede with the merciful God . . . ." Updated 11/14/17. |
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Luke-Apostle & Evangelist, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on October 18th for the Apostle and Evangelist Luke. It is a special troparion in Tone 5 for Luke himself. "Let us praise the all-hymned Luke . . . ." |
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Matthew-Apostle & Evangelist, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew, November 16th. "O Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew, intercede with our merciful God . . . ." |
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Maximos the Confessor, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion of the Venerable Maximos the Confessor, January 21st. "Thou hast shown thyself, O God-inspired Maximos, as a guide to the Orthodox Faith . . . ." |
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Menas, Eugraphos & Hermogenes of Alexandria, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is for the Martyrs Menas, Eugraphos, and Hermogenes of Alexandria, December 10th, Prosomoion "When the bodiless one." "Since they had slain through their abstinence and struggles . . . ." |
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Nektarios the Wonderworker, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion sung on November 9th for St. Nektarios the Wonderworker. "The offspring of Selyvria and the guardian of Aegina . . . ." |
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Panteleimon, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on July 27th for the Great-Martyr and Healer Panteleimon. "O holy prizewinner and healer . . . ." |
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Paraskeva, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on July 26th for the Holy Righteous Martyr Paraskeva of Rome. "Showing a diligence befitting thy calling . . . ." |
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Paul of Thebes the Venerable, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for Saint Paul of Thebes, January 15, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode: "The barren wilderness..." |
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Paul the Confessor, Apolytikion
Apolytikion for St. Paul the Confessor, November 6, prosomoion to "Thy confession", Tone 3/Third Mode. |
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Pelagia, the Penitent, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on October 8th for St. Pelagia the Penitent of Antioch. "Through thee the divine likeness was securely preserved, O mother Pelagia . . . ." |
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Philip-the Holy Apostle, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is for the Holy Apostle Philip, November 14th. "O Holy Apostle Philip, intercede with the merciful God . . . ." |
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Romanos the Melodist, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung for our Righteous Father Romanos the Melodist, October 1st. "Through thee the divine likeness was securely preserved . . . ." |
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Silouan, of Athos, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is for St. Silouan the Athonite, feast day September 24th. The music is in Western and Byzantine notation. "By prayer thou didst receive Christ as thy teacher in the way of humility . . . ." |
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Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery in Palestine, Apolytikion
This is the Venerable Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery of Palestine. Feast day is October 28th. |
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Stephen the Proto-Martyr & Archdeacon, Apolytikion
This Apolytkion is sung for St. Stephen, the Proto-martyr and Archdeacon, on December 27th as well as on August 2nd (Recovery of his sacred relics), Prosomoion "Be quick to anticipate." "The crown of the Kingdom hath adorned the brow of thy head . . . ." |
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Sunday of the Forefathers of Christ, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is for the Sunday of the Holy Forefathers of Christ, the 2nd Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, December 11th - 17th. "Thou hast justified by faith the ancient Forefathers . . . ." |
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Theodore the Branded, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is for the Venerable-confessor Theodore the Branded, December 27th. "Thou hast shown thyself, O God-inspired Theodore, as a guide to the Orthodox Faith . . . ." |
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Theodore the General, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for the Great Martyr Theodore the General, February 8th, Prosomoion "Thou who wast raised up." "In truth enlisted with the King of the Heavens . . . ." |
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Theodore the Soldier-Miracle of the Kolyva (Wheat), Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on the First Saturday of Lent for the Miracle of the Kolyva (Wheat) by St. Theodore the Soldier (Tyre). "Great are the achievements of faith! In the fountain of flame . . . ." |
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Theoktistos, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on September 3rd for the Venerable Theoktistos, fellow ascetic with Euthymius the Great. "The barren wilderness thou didst make furtile . . . ." |
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Thomas-the Holy Apostle, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion (Troparion) of the Apostle Thomas, October 6th. "O Holy Apostle Thomas . . . ." |
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Timothy the Apostle, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung for the Apostle Timothy of the 70, January 22nd. "Since thou hadst been instructed in uprightness . . . ." |
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Xenophon & his family, Apolytikion
Apolytikion (Dismissal Hymn) for St. Xenophon and his family, January 26th. "O God of our Fathers . . . ." |
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Zachariah the Prophet, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion of the Holy Prophet Zachariah, February 8th. "Verily, we celebrate the memory of thy Prophet Zachariah . . . ." |
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Apolytikiion-Martyrs-Departed
These Apolytikia and Theotokion are sung on the Second Saturday of Lent, but also on other Saturdays when no other Apolytikia are prescribed. "O apostles, martyrs, prophets . . . ; Keep thy servants in remembrance, O Lord . . . ; O holy Mother of the Ineffable Light . . . ." |
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Bridegroom, Troparion
This Troparion is sung at Orthros (Matins) of Holy Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The music is in Western and Byzantine notation. "Behold, the Bridegroom cometh at midnight . . . ." |
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Troparion of the 2nd Sunday of Great Lent
Sunday of Gregory Palamas, 2nd Sunday of Lent, Tone 8/Plagal Fourth Mode. "O star of Orthodoxy . . . ." (Updated 2/23/17 - further update pending...") |
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Troparion of the 3rd Sunday of Great Lent
This Apolytikion is sung on the 3rd Sunday of Lent, as well as on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, September 14th, and the Feast of the Procession of the Cross, August 1st; Tone/Mode 1. "O Lord, save thy people . . . ." The translation is slightly different that previous versions. Updated 2/23/17. |
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Troparion of the 5th Sunday of Great Lent
This Apolytikion is sung for our Righteous Mother Mary of Egypt on the 5th Sunday of Great Lent, and also on her Feast Day of April 1st. "Through thee the divine likeness was securely preserved . . . ." Updated 3/24/17. |
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Veneration of the Chains of the Apostle Peter, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion for the Veneration of the Precious Chains of the Apostle Peter, January 16th. "Thou hast come to us without leaving Rome . . . ." |
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Veneration of the Chains of the Apostle Peter, Both now at the Praises
This Theotokion (Both now) is sung at the Praises on January 16th for the Veneration of the Precious Chains of the Apostle Peter, Prosomoioin "As one valiant." "Seeing thou hast unsleeping prayer . . . ." |
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Veneration of the Chains of the Apostle Peter, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion
The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Veneration of the Chains of the Apostle Peter, January 16th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women." "O Peter, not by flesh and blood . . . ." |
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Veneration of the Chains of the Apostle Peter, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on January 16th for the Veneration of the Precious Chains of the Apostle Peter, Prosomoion "As it is written." "O Chief Apostle praised by all . . . ." |