Demonic liturgy of Alexander Grechaninov
The demonic liturgy of Alexander Grechaninov is one of the most striking and interesting works in the legacy of Russian choral music. The composer created a unique sound by introducing a symphony orchestra and organ into the Orthodox liturgy. The double litany from the Demon Liturgy is widely known largely due to its recording on the record by Fyodor Chaliapin.
Main article: Alexander Tikhonovich Grechaninov
In 1917, Alexander Grechaninov wrote the Demental Liturgy (Op. 79). Initially, it was conceived as a chamber work for home music.
In 1918, Grechaninov created a new edition of the Liturgy for tenor, string orchestra, organ, harp and celesta, and in 1923 he introduced a choir into the score and wrote several numbers. The demonic liturgy did not fit into the framework of the canons of Russian sacred music. The unusual nature of this work caused rejection among many.
The premiere took place on March 25, 1926 in Paris, with the participation of the famous choir conducted by Nikolay Afonsky. The Demonic Liturgy has been repeatedly performed in both Europe and America. In Russia, the Demon Liturgy has been waiting for seventy years. Its second premiere was performed by the Choir of Singing Lovers of St. Petersburg and the Children's Choir of Television and Radio of St. Petersburg under the direction of Elizaveta Kudryavtseva.
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