Bortnyansky: Sacred Concertos, Vol. 5

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Dmitri Bortnyansky’s Sacred Concertos, Volume 5 presents six choral works composed by the Russian master of sacred music. Released in 2001, this recording features the Russian State Symphonic Cappella under the direction of conductor Valeri Polyansky, capturing performances of Concertos Nos. 30 through 35. These pieces showcase Bortnyansky’s gift for writing expressive vocal music rooted in the Orthodox tradition, representing a significant portion of his extensive catalog of sacred compositions.

This single disc on the Chandos label contains approximately 60 minutes of music performed by one of Russia’s premier choral ensembles. The recording documents Concertos Nos. 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, and 35, offering listeners a focused look at this important chapter of the composer’s output. Add this volume to your classical collection at a used price that makes building a complete Bortnyansky series more affordable.