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A Good Word [Listen]
Selected verses from Psalm 44, sung as the Polyeleos for Marian feasts. Click on the MIDI file (Listen) to hear how it sounds. |
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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 . . . ." Updated 6/29/2022. |
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Annunciation, Stichera at the Praises
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 . . . ." Updated 3/25/2020. |
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As Many Of You As Have Been Baptized
This chant version is in both English and Arabic, for use together or each on its own. Updated 7/12/19. |
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As Many Of You As Have Been Baptized, Hierarchical
For Hierarchical Divine Liturgy, in D-minor |
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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 . . . ." Updated 5/18/19. |
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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 . . . ." Updated 12/14/18. |
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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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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 . . . ." Updated 12/26/2022. |
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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/St. Basil the Great, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera at the Aposticha are sung for St. Basil the Great and the Circumcision of Christ, January 1st. "O what a divine and noble bee of the Church of Christ . . . ." |
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Communion Hymn, I will take the cup of salvation
This Communion Hymn is sung on Wednesdays, Sept. 8th, Nov. 21st, Feb. 2nd, the Fifth Saturday of Lent, and Aug. 15th. "I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the Name of the Lord. Alleluia." |
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Lazarus Saturday, Communion Hymn
Another choral arrangement of the Communion Hymn for Lazarus Saturday. "Out of the mouths of infants and babes . . . ." |
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Conception of John the Baptist, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung for the Conception of the Forerunner and Baptist John, September 23rd, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "All of creation rejoiceth in thy conception today . . . ." |
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Divine Liturgy for Congregational Singing
by Richard Toensing |
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Dormition of St. Anna, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on July 25th for the Dormition of Righteous Anna, the mother of the Theotokos. The 1st set follows Prosomion "Thou art the joy." "While celebrating the memory of Christ's ancestors . . . ." The 2nd set follows "O strange wonder." "To a brightly beaming festival . . . ." Updated 6/30/19. |
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Dormition of St. Anna, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung for the Dormtion of St. Anna, the Mother of the Theotokos, July 25th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Keeping this joyous memorial, we praise Thee, O Christ . . . ." |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Apolytikion (Troparion-chant)
Sung from August 15th to the 23rd, for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. "In thy birth-giving, O Theotokos . . . ." Updated on 8//2020 with a 2nd version by Chadi. |
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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, 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 (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 . . . ." Updated 7/28/18. |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Katavasia (Ode 9-single)
This is the Katavasia of Ode 9 with magnification for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, August 15th. It sung from August 15-23. "All we the generations . . . The bounds of nature are overcome in thee . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 7/30/19. |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Katavasiae (Odes 1-8)
These are the Katavasia of Odes 1-8 for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, August 15th. They are sung from August 15-23. "Adorned in varied colors with divine glory . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 8/6/19. |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Megalynarion (chant)
This is the Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, August 15th. "All we the generations . . . The bounds of nature are overcome in thee . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos)
This is the Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) sung in the Divine Liturgy on August 15th for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos. "All generations bless thee . . . In thee, O spotless Virgin . . . ." (This is a revised and corrected version, 7/29/17.) |
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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, Ninth Ode-Double Canon
This is the Full 9th Ode with double canon for the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, August 15th. This is only sung on the feast itself and its leave-taking, August 23rd. "All we the generations . . . The bounds of nature are overcome in thee . . . Beholding the Dormition of the Virgin . . . Let every earth-born man upleap in the spirit . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 7/30/19. |
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Dormition of the Theotokos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on August 15th at the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, Prosomoion - The Original melody: "O strange wonder, great and marvelous . . . ." Updated 7/18/18. |
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Eleutherios-Bishop of Illyria, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These are sung for the Hieromartyr Eleutherios, Bishop of Illyria, December 15th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Having become a protector . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Apolytikion
This Troparion is sung on September 14th, the Third Sunday of Great Lent, and August 1st: Standard Archdiocese Version. "O Lord, save thy people . . . ." |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Apolytikion (chant)
This Apolytikion (Troparion) is sung on the Feast of the Elevation of the Cross (September 14th), the 3rd Sunday of Lent, and on the Feast of the Procession of the Holy Cross (August 1st), Tone/Mode 1. It is written in Western and Byzantine notation. "O Lord, save thy people . . . ." Updated 3/1/17. |
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Elevation (Exaltation) of the Cross, Apolytikion (choral)
Feast day is September 14th. Also sung on 3rd Sunday of Lent and on August 1st. Convention music-6.9. "O Lord, save thy people . . . ." |
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Elias (Elijah) the Prophet, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Prophet Elias (Elijah) on July 20th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Thou Who didst translate Elias the Thesbite from the earth . . . ." |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, 9th Ode (both canons)
This is the complete 9th Ode of both Canons for the Feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 21st. "The Angels, beholding the Entrance of the all-pure one . . . Since thou art a living temple of God . . . Magnify, O my soul, her who was presented . . . Verily, the fruit of the promise did come forth . . . ." Updated 11/23/18. |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, 9th Ode of the Second Canon
This is the Ninth Ode of the Second Canon for the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 21st. "Magnify, O my soul, her who was presented . . . Verily, the fruit of the promise did come forth . . . ." Updated 11/23/18. |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" - 1st Set
This is the First Set of stichera sung for the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 21st, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "Come let us the faithful dance for joy . . . ." Updated 10/5/18. |
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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 . . . ." The first 3 stichera are also sung for the Forefeast on November 20th at "O Lord, I have cried." Updated 11/16/2020. |
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Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple-After-Feast, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers (Nov 24th)
These stichera are sung for the Aposticha for the After-feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 24th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, all ye feast-lovers, let us honor with songs and hymns . . . ." NOTE: When November 24th falls on a Sunday, these stichera (not the verses) are used in "O Lord, I have cried." |
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Eothinon 01, Glory (Doxastikon) at the Praises
This is the Glory (Doxastikon) sung at the Praises for the First Eothinon (Matins Gospel). "As the disciples were hastening to the mountain . . . ." |
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Euthymios the Great, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Venerable Euthymios the Great, January 20th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O Father Euthymios, thy birth was foretold of by an Angel . . . . |
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Forefeast (Paramon) of the Nativity of Christ, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers (Dec. 24th)
These stichera are for the Aposticha at Vespers on December 24th, but are also sung as the 2nd set of stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" on the Sunday before the Nativity, when it falls on the 24th. "Let us go before, O nations, and celebrate the Nativity of Christ . . . ." |
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Forefeast of the Elevation of the Cross (Sept. 13th), Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Forefeast of the Elevation of the Cross, September 13th, Prosomoion "As one valiant." "Being lifted upon the Cross, Thou didst raise Adam with Thyself . . . ." Updated 8/14/18. |
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Forty Holy Martyrs, Apolytikion
This is sung for the Forty Holy Martyrs of Sebastia, March 9th. "Be Thou entreated for the sake of the sufferings of Thy Saints . . . ." |
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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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Great Doxology - Tone 1
Sung at the end of Orthros (Matins) |
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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, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (1st set)
This is the first set of stichera for St. Gregory the Theologian, January 25th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "That cause of oblivion, the grave . . . ." Updated 12/16/18. |
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Holy Saturday Matins (Lamentation Service), 2-Kathismata
These are the two Kathismata sung on Holy Friday night for Holy Saturday Matins (Lamentation service), Prosomoion "The soldiers standing guard." "When Joseph asked Thy worshipful Body from Pilate . . . The Angel choirs were awestruck to see . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 3/17/2020. |
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Holy Wednesday Matins, 02 Kathismata
These are the 3 Kathismata sung on Holy Tuesday night for Holy Wednesday Matins. 1) Tone 3: Prosomoion "Awed by the beauty." "The harlot came to Thee . . . ." 2) Tone 4: Prosomoion "Be quick to anticipate." "The treacherous Judas . . . ." 3) Tone 1: Prosomoion "The soldiers standing guard." "While sighing from the depths." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Holy Wednesday Matins, 05 Praises
These are the Praises sung on Holy Tuesday night for Holy Wednesday Matins. "Let every breath praise the Lord . . . Thee, the Son of the Virgin . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Hymn to the Theotokos
Harmonized by John Warren - Convention Music-17C |
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Nativity of our Lord, Hymn to the Theotokos, chant
Nativity of our Lord (A), chant version of the Hymn to the Theotokos. "O my soul, magnify her . . . A mystery I behold . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord, Hymn to the Theotokos, choral [Listen]
Nativity of our Lord (B), choral version. "O my soul, magnify her . . . A mystery I behold . . . ." |
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Jacob of Hamatoura, Litia Hymns (Tones 1-4)
These are the 4 hymns sung at the Litia, in Tones 1-4, (before the Artoklasia at Vespers) for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th. "The Lord cried out, saying . . . When the Lord saw thy contest . . . The angelic chanting . . . . The will of the Lord was fulfilled in thee . . . ." Updated 10/4/2021. |
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Joachim & Anna, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These are sung for the Holy & Righteous Ancestors of God, Joachim and Anna, September 9th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Joachim joineth with Anna in keeping festival . . . ." |
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Julian (Ilyan) of Homs, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera are sung for the Martyr Julian (Ilyan) of Homs, February 6th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Rejoice in the Lord, O Church of God . . . ." |
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Katherine, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for St. Katherine (Catherine), November 25th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Today, O Katherine, the city of Alexandria is filled with joy . . . ." Updated 10/1/18. |
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Meat Fare Sunday (chant), Kontakion
Third Sunday of the Pre-Lenten season. "When thou comest, O God, to earth with glory . . . ." |
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Meat Fare Sunday (choral), Kontakion
Third Sunday of the Pre-Lenten season. "When thou comest, O God, to earth with glory . . . ." |
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Meat Fare Sunday, Kontakion
The Kontakion for the third Sunday before Lent. "When Thou, O God, wilt come to earth with glory . . . ." |
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Kyriaki-Great-Martyr of Nicomedia, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on July 7th for the Great-martyr Kyriaki of Nicomedia, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As thou dost dance with those wise virgins . . . ." |
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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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Lazarus Saturday Matins, 1-God is the Lord & Apolytikion
This is the music for God is the Lord & the Apolytikion for Lazarus Saturday Matins (Orthros). "In confirming the common Resurrection, O Christ God . . . ." It is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 3/15/2020. |
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Lazarus Saturday Matins, 2a-1st Sessional Hymn (Kathisma)
This is the music for the 1st Sessional Hymn (Kathisma) for Lazarus Saturday Matins (Orthros), Prosomoion "While Gabriel was saying." "O Lord, taking compassion on Martha's tears and Mary's . . . ." It is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 3/15/2020. |
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Lazarus Saturday Matins, 2b-2nd Sessional Hymn (Kathisma)
This is the music for the 2nd Sessional Hymn (Kathisma) for Lazarus Saturday Matins (Orthros), Prosomoion "Let us worship the Word." "Thou, the Fountain of Wisdom Who knowest things to come . . . ." It is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 3/15/2020. |
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Lazarus Saturday Matins, 6-Praises
This is the music for the Praises sung at Lazarus Saturday Matins (Orthros). "Let every breath praise the Lord . . . Since Thou art the Resurrection and the Life of mankind . . . ." It is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 3/15/2020. |
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Lazarus Saturday, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion of Lazarus Saturday, which is also sung on Palm Sunday. "In confirming the common Resurrection, O Christ God . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Palm Sunday Matins, 1-God is the Lord & Apolytikia
This is the music for God is the Lord & the 2 Apolytikia for Palm Sunday Matins (Orthros). "In confirming the common Resurrection, O Christ God . . . As by baptism we were buried with Thee . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 4/7/2020. |
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Palm Sunday Matins, 3-Second Kathisma
This is the music for the 2nd Sessional Hymn (Kathisma) for Palm Sunday Matins (Orthros), Prosomoion "Joseph was amazed." "Thou dost mystically shed tears . . . ." Prosomoion "While Gabriel was saying." "Ye peoples and ye nations . . . ." It is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 4/1/2023. |
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Palm Sunday Matins, Complete Byzantine notation
This is the complete service for Palm Sunday Matins (Orthros). It contains: God is the Lord, Apolytikia, Kathismata, Prokeimenon, Troparia after Psalm 50, Katavasiae of Odes 1-8 & Ode 9, Praises and Glory/Both now at the Praises. It is in Byzantine notation only. Updated 4/7/2020. |
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Palm Sunday Matins, Complete Western notation
This is the complete service for Palm Sunday Matins (Orthros). It contains: God is the Lord, Apolytikia, Kathismata, Prokeimenon, Troparia after Psalm 50, Katavasiae of Odes 1-8 & Ode 9, Praises and Glory/Both now at the Praises. It is in Western notation only. |
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Lent-1st Saturday of Lent-St. Theodore, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on the First Saturday of Lent for St. Theodore, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As we the faithful assemble with one accord today . . . ." |
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Lent-2nd Sunday of Lent-St Gregory Palamas, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung on the 2nd Sunday of Lent, for St. Gregory Palamas, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Having completed thy blessed life led here in this world . . . ." |
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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 . . . ." Updated 3/27/2020. |
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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 . . . ." Updated 3/27/2020. |
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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-4th Sunday, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This is the Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises for the Fourth Sunday in Lent. "Come, let us labor in the mystical field . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine versions. Updated 4/11/2021. |
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Lent-5th Sunday Evening of Lent, 6th & 5th Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the 6th & 5th stichera (10, ... 6, 5) sung on the 5th Sunday of Lent in the Evening, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Though rich, Thou, O Christ, becames poor . . . In wickedness woefully made rich . . . ." |
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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, Doxastikon (Glory) at the Praises
This is the Glory (Doxastikon) at the Praises of Orthros (Matins) for the 5th Sunday in Lent. "The kingdom of God is not meat and drink . . . " The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 4/4/2021. |
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Lord, have mercy (10x4)
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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Matins - Magnifications at the Katavasiae, All Modes
Magnifications at the Katavasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", all tones/modes. The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 6/2/2023. |
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Matins - Magnifications at the Katavasiae, Tone 1/First Mode
Magnifications at the Katavasiae, "More honorable than the Cherubim...", Tone 1/First Mode. The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Mark-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are both sets of stichera (3 each) sung for the Apostle Mark, April 25th. 1st Set: Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "To him that wrote down the true God-proclaiming oracles . . . ." 2nd Set: Prosomoioin "O all-lauded martyrs." "Thou drankest the torrent of delight . . . ." |
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Mark-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (1st set)
This is the first set of stichera sung for the Apostle Mark, April 25th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "To him that wrote down the true God-proclaiming oracles . . . ." |
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Mark-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (2nd set)
This is the second set of stichera sung for the Apostle Mark, April 25th, Prosomoioin "O all-lauded martyrs." "Thou drankest the torrent of delight . . . ." |
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Mark-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera are sung the Apostle Mark, April 25th, at the Aposticha at Vespers, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O godly-wise Mark, thou wast the pen of a truly wise and swiftly writing scribe . . . ." |
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Mark-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on April 25th for the Apostle Mark, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Let Mark, that most excellent of men . . . ." |
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Mary Magdalene-Myrrh-bearer, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on July 22nd for Mary Magdalene, Myrrh-bearer & Equal to the Apostles, Prosomoion "The soldiers standing guard." "When Christ God had been born for our sakes from the Virgin . . . ." Updated with the Apolytikion version, 7/9/18. |
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Mary Magdalene-Myrrh-bearer, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for Mary Magdalene, Myrrh-bearer and Equal to the Apostles, July 22nd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Thou broughtest sweet myrrh to Christ our God . . . ." |
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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 - 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, Tone 1 (first part only)
This is only the beginning of the Praises in Tone 1, without the Resurrectional stichera. "Let everything that hath breath . . . Praise ye him, all his angels . . . ." |
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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 - 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 - 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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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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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 . . . Today the Virgin giveth birth . . . Verily, it is easier . . . ." Updated 11/22/18. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, 9th Ode (Full Double Canon)
This is the Full 9th Ode of Canon 1 & Canon 2 for the Nativity of Christ, Magnifications & Troparia, sung on December 25th. "Magnify, O my soul . . . A strange and marvellous mystery . . . Today the Virgin giveth birth . . . Being well content, out of fear . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 12/12/2020. |
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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 . . . ." (Updated 10/9/18) |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katabasia-2nd Canon, Ode 9
This is the Heirmos from the 9th Ode of the 2nd Canon of the Nativity of Christ, sung from December 26th - 30th, "Verily, it is easier for us to endure silence . . . ." When sung as Heirmos, we us the magnificat "Today the Virgin giveth birth . . . ." When sung as Katabasia, we use the magnificat "Magnify, O my soul, her who hath delivered us from the curse." Updated 8/22/18. |
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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, Katavasia-1st Canon, Ode 9
This is the Magnification & Katavasia of the 9th Ode of the 1st Canon that is sung for the Nativity of Christ from November 21st to December 24th. "Magnify, O my soul . . . A strange and marvellous mystery . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katavasia-2nd Canon, Ode 9
This is the Magnification & Katavasia of the 9th Ode of the 2nd Canon that is sung for the Nativity of Christ from December 27th to the 30th. "Magnify, O my soul . . . Being well content, out of fear . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 12/13/2020. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katavasiae (Double Canon, Ode 9)
These are the Magnifications & Katavasiae of the 9th Ode for Canon 1 & Canon 2 for the Nativity of Christ, sung on December 25th, 26th & 31st. "Magnify, O my soul . . . A strange and marvellous mystery . . . Magnify, O my soul . . . Being well content, out of fear . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 11/14/2020. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katavasiae (Double Canon, Odes 1-8)
These are the Katavasiae of both Canon 1 & Canon 2 for Odes 1-8 for the Nativity of Christ, sung on December 25th, 26 & 31st. "Christ is born, give ye glory . . . Working a great wonder . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 11/14/2020. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katavasiae-1st Canon, Odes 1-8
These are the Katavasiae of the 1st Canon, Odes 1-8, sung for the Nativity of Christ from November 21st to December 24th. "Christ is born, give ye glory . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 11/29/2020. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Katavasiae-2nd Canon, Odes 1-8
These are the Katavasiae of the 2nd Canon, Odes 1-8, sung for the Nativity of Christ during its After-feast from December 26-30. "Working a great wonder . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 12/13/2020. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Megalynarion (chant)
This is a chant version of the Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) for the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 25th. "O my soul, magnify her . . . A mystery I behold which is strange and wondrous . . . ." |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Megalynarion (choral)
This is the choral version of the Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) for the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 25th. "O my soul, magnify her . . . A mystery I behold which is strange and wondrous . . . ." |
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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 8/13/18. |
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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 11/4/18. |
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O Lord, I have cried (Brief - Tone 1) [Listen]
This is the brief version of "O Lord, I have cried unto thee" which may be sung at Daily Vespers. The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 7/4/2023. |
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O Lord, I have cried (Brief versions-Tones 1-8)
These are the quick, brief versions of "O Lord, I have cried," in all 8 tones, sung at Daily Vespers. (The Byzantine versions will be added when they are finished.) Updated 5/20/2020. (For recordings of each tone, go to each tone itself listed in this Group.) |
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Obadiah (Abdias), Kathisma in Orthros (Matins)
This Kathisma is sung for the Prophet Obadiah (Abdias), November 19th, Prosomoion "The soliders standing guard." "With mind made very bright . . . ." |
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Octoechos-Saturday Orthros (Matins)-Tone 1, Stichera at the Aposticha at the Praises
These are sung on Saturday Morning at Orthros (Matins) from the Octoechos, for the Aposticha at the Praises, Tone 1, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O Savior, we pray Thee to vouchsafe unto those Thou hast translated . . . ." |
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Panteleimon, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers are sung on July 27th for the Great-Martyr and Healer Panteleimon, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "All who love Martyrs must honor with praise . . . ." Updated 7/8/18. |
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Paraklesis-Little (Small)
The musical score for the service of Small Paraklesis, including Holy Transfiguration Monastery's metered translation of the Canon written out with Western notation. Updated typos & accidentals, isson, text, and Apolytikion, 8/11/2020. (New link as well, 7d.) |
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Paralytic Sunday, Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos)
This Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) is sung on the Sunday of the Paralytic, 3rd Sunday after Pascha. Updated 4/25/17. "The angel said to her, who is full of grace . . . We believers in unison bless thee . . . ." |
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Paraskeva, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on July 26th for the Holy Venerable Virgin-Martyr Paraskeva of Rome. "Showing a diligence befitting thy calling . . . ." |
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Paraskeva, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung on July 26th for the Holy Venerable Virgin-Martyr Paraskeva of Rome, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As thou dost dance with those wise virgins . . . ." |
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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, Katavasia of the Ninth Ode
This is the Katavasia only of the Ninth Ode from the Canon of Pascha. "The angel cried . . . Shine, shine, O new Jerusalem . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 5/4/19. |
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Pascha, Katavasiae Odes 1-8
These are the Katavasiae only of Odes 1-8 from the Canon of Pascha, sung at Orthros (Matins). "It is the day of Resurrection . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 5/4/19. |
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Pascha, Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos)
The Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) sung in the Divine Liturgy on the Feast of Pascha: The Resurrection of Christ, and only on the Sundays of the Myrrh-bearing Women and The Blind Man. "The Angel said to her, who is full of grace . . . O shine, O shine, O new Jerusalem . . . ." |
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Pascha, Ninth Ode of the Canon
This is only the Ninth Ode of the Canon of Pascha, without the final Katavasia. "Magnify, O my soul, Him Who suffered willingly . . . Shine, shine, O new Jerusalem . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 5/4/19. |
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Pascha-4-Matins, The Complete Canon
This is the complete Canon of Pascha, with Heirmoi, Troparia & Katavasia. "It is the day of Resurrection . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 4/23/19. |
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Pascha-6-Matins, The Praises
These are the initial 4 Praises that are sung on Pascha, the Resurrection of Christ. "Let every breath . . . Praise Him, all ye His angels . . . Praise Him for His mighty acts . . . We praise Thy saving Passion, O Christ . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 4/18/2023. |
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Pascha-Midnight Office & Matins, Complete service (Byzantine notation)
This is the complete set of music for the Midnight Office and Matins on Pascha night, Byzantine notation only. Updated 5/13/19. |
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Pascha-Midnight Office & Matins, Complete service (Western notation)
This is the complete set of music for the Midnight Office and Matins on Pascha night, Western notation only. |
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Pentecost-After-Feast-Friday Orthros (Matins), Stichera at the Aposticha at the Praises
These stichera are for the Aposticha at the Praises for Friday Orthros (Matins) after Pentecost, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Of old, Elias, the fire-breathing zealot was conveyed up . . . ." |
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Peter & Paul, Stichera at the Aposticha-Glory-Both Now
This is the music for the Aposticha, the Glory & Theotokion at Vespers for Ss. Peter & Paul, June 29th. "O glorious Apostle Paul, who can describe thy bondage . . . Glory . . . Today hath shone forth to the ends of the earth . . . Both now . . . Thou art the true vine . . . ." |
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Pharisee & Publican, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on the Sunday of the Pharisee & Publican, the 4th Sunday before Lent begins. "Brethren, let us not pray as the Pharisee . . . ." |
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Pharisee & Publican, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung on the Sunday of the Pharisee & Publican, the 4th Sunday before Lent begins. "Brethren, let us not pray as the Pharisee . . . ." |
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Polyeleos, Psalm 134 (Brief version)
This is the Polyeleos, Psalm 134, sung on major feasts during Matins. "O ye servants of the Lord. Alleluia. Praise ye the Name of the Lord. O ye servants, praise the Lord . . . ." The music is now in Western & Byzantine notation. Will be further updated! |
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Polyeleos-Abridged (Short)
This is a shorter version of Psalm 134 when sung during Orthros (Matins) on various feast days. "O ye servants, praise the Lord. Alleluia . . . ." |
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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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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 . . . ." Updated 10/4/18. |
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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.) Updated text on 1/9/2022. |
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Forefeast of the Entrance of the Virgin into the Temple, Stichera at the Praises
These are sung for the Forefeast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 20th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "With songs and hymns, O ye faithful . . . ." Updated 10/31/19. |
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Forefeast of the Transfiguration of Christ, Stichera at the Praises
These are sung on August 5th for the Forefeast of the Transfiguration of Christ, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "This day we go forth to welcome the bright and glorious Transfiguration . . . ." |
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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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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 . . . ." Updated 10/13/2021. |
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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 . . . ." Updated 10/15/2021. |
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Sabbas the Sanctified, Stichera at the Praises
These Praises are sung for our Righteous Father Sabbas the Sanctified, December 5th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "He that disdained things below . . . ." Updated 11/28/2021. |
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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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Presanctified Liturgy, 24d O Taste and See [Listen]
This is the Communion Hymn sung at the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts. "O taste and see that the Lord is good." It is sung here by the Boston Byzantine Choir. |
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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, Kathismata in Orthros
These are the 3 Kathismata sung on the Feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 2nd. First & Second Kathisma, Prosomoion "The soldiers standing guard." "Let Angels' ho-ly choirs be amazed . . . While on the holy throne . . . ." Third Kathisma, Prosomoion "Joseph was amazed." "God most pure partaketh of purifications of the Law . . . ." Updated 11/29/2023. |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Kontakion
Feast day is February 2nd. "O Christ God, Thou hast sanctified the Virgin's womb . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of Our Lord in the Temple, Kontakion
The Kontakion for the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 2nd. "Thou who didst sanctify the Virgin's womb . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of Our Lord in the Temple, Stichera at "O Lord I have cried"
These stichera are sung at Vespers for "O Lord I have cried" for the Feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 2nd. "Say, O Simeon, Whom carriest thou in the Temple . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung at "O Lord, I have cried" for the Feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, February 2nd. "Tell us, O Simeon . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine (hand-written) notation. |
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Proclus and Hilary of Ancyra, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Holy Martyrs Hilary & Proclus of Ancyra, July 12th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Since ye endured every manner of torment full of pain . . . ." |
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Prodigal Son, Stichera at "O Lord I have cried"
These are sung on the Sunday of the Prodigal Son during the Season of the Triodion. "I have been entrusted with a verdant and faultless region . . . ." |
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Prokeimenon, 03 Tuesday Vespers
The Prokeimenon sung at Vespers on Tuesday evening. "Thy mercy, O Lord, shall follow me all the days of my life." |
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Pre-Communion Psalms
These 3 Psalms (22, 23, & 115 LXX) may be sung before or during Communion. |
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Psalm 140/141 - Byzantine Tone 1
From Vespers |
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Psalm 33
Psalm 33 is sung/read at the end of the Presanctified Liturgy, but has been used during communion of the Divine Liturgy as well. It is written here in both Western & Byzantine notation. "I will bless the Lord at all times . . . ." Minor corrections & File name updated 3/25/2023. |
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Raphael-Bishop of Brooklyn, Kathismata
These are the 3 Kathismata sung for Our Father Among the Saints Raphael, Bishop of Brooklyn, First Saturday in November: 1) Prosomoion "The soldiers standing guard." "In word, in deed, in thought . . . Unweded mother Virgin . . . ." 2) Prosomoion "Awed by the beauty." "Bearing thy cross from youth . . . Awed by the beauty . . . ." 3) Prosomoion "Joseph was amazed." "As a model of vigilance . . . O all-pure and full of grace . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation." Updated 10/31/2020. |
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Raphael-Bishop of Brooklyn, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung at Vespers for Our Father Among the Saints Raphae, Bishop of Brooklyn, First Saturday in November, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "Blessed, holy Father Raphael . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Repose of St. John the Evangelist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Repose of St. John the Evangelist & Theologian, September 26th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "He that beheld the ineffable revelations of God . . . ." |
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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 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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Saba the Sanctified, First Kathisma
First Kathisma sung for St. Saba the Sanctified, December 5th, Prosomoion "The soldiers standing guard." "Completing thy whole life . . . We know thee . . . ." |
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Samaritan Woman, Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos)
This is sung on the Sunday of the Samaritan Woman (instead of Shine, shine . . .). "The angel said to her, who is full of grace . . . Rejoice and be glad, and gate of the divine Light . . . ." |
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Spyridon-Bishop of Trimythous, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on December 12th for St. Spyridon, Bishop of Trimythous. "Thou wast shown forth as a champion . . . ." |
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Spyridon-Bishop of Trimythous, Stichera at the Praises
These praises are sung for St. Spyridon, Bishop of Trimythous, the Wonderworker, December 12th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Being divinely illumined with the Divine Spirit's light . . . ." Updated 12/12/2021. |
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Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These 3 stichera are used on the Sunday after the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, December 26th - 31st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Let us all honor the forefather of the Most High God . . . ." Updated 11/21/18. |
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Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ, when it falls from December 20th - 23rd. They are also sung as the Aposticha at Vespers when this Sunday falls on the 24th. Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O pure living palace of our God, O all-blameless Virgin . . . ." Updated 11/21/18. |
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Synaxis of John the Baptist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Jan 7)
These are sung for the Synaxis of the Holy, Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John, January 7th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O all-lauded Forerunner of Christ . . . ." Updated 12/21/18. |
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Synaxis-Icon of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos called “It is Truly Meet”, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for The Synaxis of the Icon of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary Called “It is Truly Meet”, June 11th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "O strange wonder! God, Who deigned to be born of thee, O Virgin . . . ." |
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Synaxis-Icon of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos called “It is Truly Meet”, Stichera at the Praises
These stichera are sung for The Synaxis of the Icon of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary Called “It is Truly Meet”, June 11th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Having flown down from the vaults of the Heavens . . . ." |
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Thekla, Proto-Martyr, Equal-to-the-Apostles, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
The Aposticha for the Proto-martyr Thekla, Equal-to-the-Apostles, September 24th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As the all-lauded First Martyr and the Apostles' peer . . . ." |
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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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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, Apolytikion (choral)
This is the choral version of the Apolytikion of Theophany (Epiphany), January 6th. "When Thou, O Lord, wast baptized in the Jordan . . . ." Updatged 1/9/2022. |
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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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Stavro-Theotokion (of the Cross), As thou didst stand by the Cross
This is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As thou didst stand by the Cross of thy Son and God . . . ." |
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Stavro-Theotokion (of the Cross), In Tasting of Vinegar and Gall
This is the Stavro-theotokion (for the Cross) that is sung on during Vespers and/or Orthros, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "In tasting of vinegar and gall being lifted on the Tree . . . ." Updated 2/13/2020. |
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Stavro-Theotokion (of the Cross), The Ewe-lamb and Lady Free of Blame
This is sung as the Theotokion of the Cross (Stavro-theotokion) at Vespers and/or Matins, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "The Ewe-lamb and Lady free of blame . . . ." |
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Stavro-Theotokion (of the Cross), Thy Son Hath Willingly Suffered For Us
This Theotokion of the Cross, Stavro-theotokion, is sung at Vesper and/or Orthros/Matins, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." Thy Son hath willingly suffered for us . . . ." Updated 6/21/2022. |
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Stavro-Theotokion, Beholding Christ Hanging on the Tree
This is the Stavro-Theotokion (of the Cross), sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Beholding Christ hanging on the Tree . . . ." |
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Theotokion from the Octoechos-Saturday Orthros (Matins)-Tone 1, GBN at the Aposticha at the Praises
This is the Glory/Both now from the Octoechos for Saturday Orthros (Matins) at the Aposticha at the Praises, Tone 1, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Implore Christ, to whom thou gavest birth . . . ." |
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Theotokion, Do Thou, O All-Hymned One
This Theotokion is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Do thou, O all-hymned one, heal my soul . . . ." |
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Theotokion, Grant me the means
Theotokion for Vespers & Matins, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Grant me the means, O pure virgin . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Pure One Rejoice
The Theotokion sung at Vespers & Orthros (Matins) from the Menaion, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O pure one, rejoice, thou strange report . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Staff of the Faithful
This is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O staff of the faithful and our hope . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Theotokos, Since Thou Art The Gracious Advocate
This Theotokion may be sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "O Theotokos, since thou art the gracious advocate . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Thou Divinely-Blest Maiden
This Theotokion is sung at Vespers and Orthros, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "O thou divinely-blest Maiden . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Thou Who Knewest Not Wedlock
This is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "O thou who knewest not wedlock, O Virgin Mother of God . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Virgin, Great Moses Once Beheld
This is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O Virgin, great Moses once beheld with prophetic eyes . . . ." |
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Theotokion, O Virgin, Thou Spacious Land of God
This Theotokion is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O Virgin, thou spacious land of God, who art vaster than the heavens . . . ." |
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Theotokion, Thou art the joy
This Theotokion is sung at Vespers and Orthros, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy," the Original Melody. "Thou art the joy of the heavenly orders . . . ." |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos-chant)
This is the Megalynarion (Hymn to the Theotokos) sung on Thomas Sunday, the first Sunday after Pascha, which is also the Second Sunday of Pascha. "O most radiant lamp, the Theotokos . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Thomas Sunday (New Sunday), Ninth Ode
This is the Ninth Ode of the Canon sung on Thomas Sunday, the first Sunday after Pascha. "O most radiant lamp . . . ." |
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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, after Thy dread Resurrection . . . ." Updated 4/24/2020. |
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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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Transfiguration, Aposticha and Glory/Both now (Doxastikon)
This is the Aposticha, Glory & Both now sung on August 6th for the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. "Verily, he who spoke to Moses . . . Today hast thou manifest on Tabor . . . ." |
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Troparion of the Resurrection - Tone 1
Convention music-6.1 |
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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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Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion of the Great-Martyr Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, October 24th. "Be thou entreated for the sake of the sufferings . . . ." |
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Dios of Antioch, Apolytikion
The apolytikion for the Venerable Dios of Antioch. "Thou didst prove to be a citizen of the desert . . . ." |
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Kyriakos the Hermit of Palestine, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is for the Venerable Kyriakos the Hermit of Palestine, September 29th. "Thou didst prove to be a citizen of the desert . . . ." |
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Makarios the Great of Egypt, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung for the Venerable Makarios the Great of Egypt, the Anchorite, January 19th, from the music of St. Anthony's Monastery. "Thou didst prove to be a citizen of the desert . . . ." |
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Martyrs-Another Apolytikion
This is another Apolytikion used for the Martyrs. "Be thou entreated for the sake of the sufferings of Thy saints . . . ." |
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Metrophanes, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung on June 4th for Metrophanes, Archbishop of Constantinople, June 4th, Prosomoion "While Gabriel was saying." "Proclaiming the great myst'ry, the Godhead in Three Persons . . . ." |
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Moses the Ethiopian, Apolytikion
This is sung for our Righteous Father Moses the Ethiopian, August 28th. "Thou didst prove to be a citizen of the desert . . . ." |
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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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Paisios the Athonite, Apolytikion
The Apolytikion of the Venerable Paisios the Athonite, July 12th, Prosomoion "A citizen of the desert." "The offspring of Farasa, the adornment of Athos . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. |
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Seven Maccabees, Eleazar & Solomone, Apolytikion
This is the Apolytikion of the Seven Maccabees, August 1st. "O Lord, by the sufferings of the saints . . . ." |
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Simeon the Stylite, Apolytikion
This Apolytikion is sung for the Righteous Simeon the Stylite, September 1st. "Thou becamest a pillar of patience . . . ." The music is in Western & Byzantine notation. Updated 8/25/18. |
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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 3rd Sunday of Great Lent [Listen]
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After-Feast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Sept 18)
These are sung for the After-Feast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross, September 18th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "The Wood whereby we were saved . . . ." |
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After-Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Sept 11)
These stichera are taken from the Aposticha of the After-Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos on September 11th. But when this day falls on a Sunday, they are used at "O Lord, I have cried," Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Joachim joineth with Anna in keeping festival . . . ." |
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After-Feast of Transfiguration, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Aug 9)
These are sung for the After-Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord Jesus Christ, August 9th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Today while keeping the festival of the glorious holy Transfiguration . . . ." |
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Agape, Irene & Chionia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Holy Women Martyrs Agape, Irene, and Chionia, April 16th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O young virgin maidens . . . ." |
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Alexander & Antonina-Martyrs, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Marytr Alexander & Virgin-martyr Antonina of Constantinople, June 10th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Most richly illumined with the light of the Trinity . . . ." |
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Alexander, Paul the New, and John, Patriarchs of Constantinople, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for Alexander, Paul the New and John, Patriarchs of Constantinople, August 30th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Since thou wast a shepherd of the Church . . . ." |
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Alexios-man of God, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Venerable Alexios, the "Man of God," March 17th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "We know thee to be a man of God . . . ." |
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Alypios the Stylite, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Venerable Alypios the Stylite of Adrianople, November 26th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "From childhood didst thou devote thy life unto Christ our God . . . ." Updated 10/27/2023. |
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Ambrose of Milan, Stichera at OLIHC (1st set)
First set of stichera at OLIHC for St. Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, December 7th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Having with virtues adorned the throne . . . ." |
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Anastasia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Holy Great Martyr Anastasia, the Deliverer from Potions, December 22nd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "How great is the beauty past compare . . . ." Updated 12/22/ |
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Anastasios the Persian, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" for Saint Anastasios the Persian (January 22), Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "The ends of the world now sing the praise of thy wonders . . . ." Updated 12/30/18. |
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Anthimos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on September 3rd for the commemoration of the Hieromartyr Anthimos of Nicomedia, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Employing the dye of thine own blood . . . ." Updated 8/17/2023. |
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Aquila-One of the 70, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Holy Apostle Aquila, One of the Seventy, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "The holy Paul, that great sun of the whole world . . . ." |
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Archangel Gabriel, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (March 26th & July 13th)
These stichera are sung for the Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel, on March 26th, and are also the first set for July 13th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "That mind which is truly like to God . . . ." Updated 3/30/2022. |
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Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Great-Martyr Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, October 24th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "In setting thy bravery against the brute fierceness . . . ." |
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Aristarchos, Pudens and Trophymos of the Seventy, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Apostles Aristarchos, Pudens & Trophymos of the 70, April 14th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O all-wise Apostles, with the word of divine and saving knowledge . . . ." |
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Demetrios-After-feast, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Oct 27)
These are sung for the After-feast of the Great-martyr Demetrios, October 27th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, O ye faithful, and as we now gather let us praise . . . ." |
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Dionysios the Areopagite, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Hieromarty Dionysios (Dionysius) the Areopagite, October 3rd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Through preaching, the great and godly Paul wisely caught thee . . . ." |
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Ephraim the Syrian, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for our Righteous Father Ephraim the Syrian, January 28th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Clearly reflecting the beauties of holy Paradise . . . ." |
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Epimachos of Alexandria, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Martyr Epimachos of Alexandria, October 31st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Desiring heavenly beauty, O famed Epimachos . . . ." |
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Eudokimos of Cappadocia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Holy & Just Eudokimos of Cappadocia, July 31st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Thou, O Eudokimos, foundest a very blessed end . . . ." Updated 7/24/2022. |
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Euplos of Catania in Sicily, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Martyr and Archdeacon Euplos of Catania in Sicily, August 11th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O all-lauded Euplos, every while of the evil-minded enemy . . . ." |
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Eutropios, Kleonikos, and Basiliskos-Martyrs of Amasea, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Martyrs Eutropios, Kleonikos, and Basiliskos of Amasea, March 3rd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O three holy Martyrs of the Lord . . . ." |
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Forefeast of the Conception of the Theotokos & Patapios of Thebes, 1st Set of Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
This is the first set of stichera sung for December 8th, for the Forefeast of the Conception of the Theotokos and St. Patapios of Thebes, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, O ye people, and let us now form a spiritual choir . . . ." |
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Forefeast of the Entrance of the Theotokos (Nov. 20), Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Forefeast of the Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple, November 20th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As they resplendently lead in the Ever-virgin Maid . . . ." |
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Forefeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Forefeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos, September 7th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "The mystic rays of resplendent and universal joy . . . ." |
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Germanos-Patriarch of Constantinople, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for Germanos, Patriarch of Constantinople, May 12th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Thou mightily threwest to the ground . . . ." |
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Gregory of Decapolis, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for our Righteous Father Gregory of Decapolis, November 20th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As thou dost dwell in the heavenly tabernacles with joy . . . ." |
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Helladios the Hieromartyr, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Hieromartyr Helladios, May 27th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Employing the dye of thine own blood . . . ." |
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Hierotheos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Hieromartyr Hierotheos, Bishop of Athens, October 4th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Like light, thy divine desire for Christ . . . ." |
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Indiction-Beginning of: Ecclesiastical New Year, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Beginning of the Indiction: the Ecclesiastica New Year, September 1st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, O ye faithful, and since we have learned . . . ." |
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Irene of Thessalonica, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the stichera sung for the Great-martyr Irene of Thessalonica, May 5th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O modest Irene, when thou wast clothed . . . ." |
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Isaac the Syrian, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for our Righteous Father Isaac the Syrian, January 28th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "As disciples to their saving guide . . . ." |
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Jonah & Barachisios and thosewith them, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Holy Martyrs Jonah & Barachisios and those with them, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Through many intense and bitter pains . . . ." |
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Karpos of the Seventy, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Apostle Karpos of the Seventy, May 26th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Thou madest thy mind fit to receive . . . ." |
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Karpos, Papylos & those with them, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for Karpos, Papylos & those with them, October 13th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O all-sacred Karpos blest of God . . . ." |
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Kodratos of Corinth and his Five Companions, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Martyr Kodratos of Corinth and his Five Companions, March 10th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Kodratos, most excellent of men . . . ." |
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Konon of Isauria-Hieromartyr, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Hieromartyr Konon of Isauria, March 5th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O martyr whose praise is sung by all . . . ." Updated 2/19/19. |
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Lent-2nd Wednesday of Lent, 8th Sticheron at "O Lord, I have cried"
This is the 8th sticheron (10, 9, 8) at OLIHC sung on the 2nd Wednesday of Lent, Original Melody, "O all-lauded Martyrs of the Lord . . . ." |
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Lent-4th Wednesday of Lent, 7th & 6th Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the 7th & 6th stichera (10, 9, 8, 7, 6) sung on the 4th Wednesday of Lent, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Come, let us completely wash our souls . . . O Cross, the Apostles' boast and joy . . . ." |
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Lent-5th Thursday of Lent, 7th & 6th Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the 7th & 6th stichera (10, 9, 8, 7, 6) sung on the 5th Thursday of Lent, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O Lord, Thou wast nailed upon the Cross . . . While shining with fasting's brilliant light . . . ." |
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Menas, Eugraphos & Hermogenes of Alexandria, 1st Set of Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
This is the 1st set of stichera for the Martyrs Menas, Eugraphus, and Hermogenes, Decembr 10th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O martyr Menas extolled of all . . . ." Updated 12/7/2022. |
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Nektarios the Wonderworker, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"-1st Set
These stichera are the First Set for St. Nektarios the Wonderworker, November 9th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder." "O strange wonder! In these latter times, blazing bright with splendor . . . ." Updated 10/12/2021. |
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Nikitas the Goth, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Great-Martyr Nikitas the Goth, September 15th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "By the all-powerful Faith of the Savior . . . ." |
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Obadiah (Abdias) the Holy Prophet, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Holy Prophet Obadiah (Abdias), remembered on November 19th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O Prophet Obadiah, thou didst prove a bright vessel of the Spirit . . . ." |
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Octoechos-Friday Vespers-Tone 1, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the stichera sung on Friday evening from the Octoechos, Tone 1, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "I died long ago, wretch that I am . . . ." |
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Octoechos-Thursday Vespers-Tone 1, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the stichera sung on Thursday evening from the Octoechos, Tone 1, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "At first, our forefather tasteth of death because of a tree . . . ." |
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Octoechos-Wednesday Vespers-Tone 1, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the two sets of stichera from the Octoechos for Wednesday night Vespers in Tone 1: 1st Set: Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O glorious Apostles of Christ God . . . ." 2nd Set: Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Hovering round the sweet flowers . . . ." |
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Olympas, Rodion, Sosipater, Tertios, Erastos and Quartos of the Seventy, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Apostles Olympas, Rodion, Sosipater, Tertios, Erastos and Quartos of the Seventy, November 10th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Like high-soaring eagles seen by all . . . ." |
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Orestes of Cappadocia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Great-martyr Orestes of Cappadocia, November 10th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "By means of the dye of thine own blood . . . ." |
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Paphnutius of Jerusalem, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Holy Hieromartyr Paphnutius of Jerusalem, April 19th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "With thine endurance and patience . . . . |
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Parthenios-Bishop of Lampsakos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for our Righteous Father Parthenios, Bishop of Lampsakos, February 7th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "The boast of Hellespont and the bright light of Lampsakos . . . ." Updated 1/29/2020. |
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Patapios of Thebes, 2nd Set of Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
This is the second set of stichera for the Venerable Patapios of Thebes, December 8th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O all-lauded father, with the fire of asceticism . . . ." Updated 11/18/2022. |
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Pentecostarion-Monday of the 5th Week, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on Monday evening of the 5th week of Pascha, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "The Lord Creator of all things . . . ." |
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Pentecostarion-Wednesday after Pentecost, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung on the Wednesday after Pentecost for the After-feast, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "In fire did Moses behold on the mountain Him Who Is . . . ." |
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Pharisee & Publican, Stichera at "O Lord I have cried"
These are sung on the Sunday of the Pharisee & Publican during the Season of the Triodion. |
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Phocas, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These Stichera are sung on July 23rd for the Hieromartyr Phocas, Bishop of Sinope, the Translation of his relics, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Since he hath filled up the wine-bowl of his martyric blood . . . ." Updated 6/11/2023. |
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Phocas-Bishop of Synope, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Hieromartyr Phocas, Bishop of Synope, September 22nd, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "O godly Phocas, with thy sacred words didst thou cast down . . . ." |
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Porphyrios-Bishop of Gaza, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for St. Porphyrios, Bishop of Gaza, February 26th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As with the streams of thy tears . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple-After Feast, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Feb 3 & 6)
These are sung for February 3rd and 6th, for the After-feast of the Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Now the Creator of all things and our Deliverer . . . ." Updated 1/22/18. |
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Probos, Andronikos and Tarachos at Tarsus, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are for the Martyrs Probos, Andronikos and Tarachos at Tarsus, October 12th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "The three holy martyrs of the Lord . . . ." |
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Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon and Parmenas of the Seventy, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the feast of the Apostles and Deacons Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon and Parmenas of the Seventy, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As filled with grace and divine wisdom . . . ." Updated 7/28/19. |
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Procopius-Great-Martyr of Caesarea in Palestine, 1st set-Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
This is the 1st set of stichera for the Great-Martyr Procopius of Caesarea in Palestine, July 8th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "As set apart by the Lord even from thy mother's womb . . . ." |
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Quadratos of the Seventy, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for the Apostle Quadratos of the Seventy, September 22nd, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Being illumined in soul with the beams of heavenly grace . . . ." Updated title 2/4/2023. |
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Romanos the Melodist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are the stichera sung for Romanos the Melodist, October 1st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "The skilled composer of music and the Divine Spirit's lyre . . . ." |
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Samson-the Host of Strangers, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are for Samson, the Host of Strangers, June 27th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O all-lauded Father, with the fire of asceticism . . . ." |
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Sergius & Bacchus of Syria, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Martyrs Sergius & Bacchus of Syria, October 7th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O Sergius and Bacchus, with the grace . . . ." |
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Seven Maccabees, Eleazar & Solomone, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for The Seven Holy Maccabees, their Teacher Eleazar and their Mother Solomone, August 1st, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "No tyranny shook the lofty roof of the Law . . . ." |
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Simeon the Stylite, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are for the Righteous Simeon the Stylite, September 1st, Prosomoion, "O righteous Father." "As great Elias had a chariot of fire of old . . . ." |
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Stachios, Apellos, Amplias, Urban, Aristoboulos and Narcissos of the 70, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are for the Apostles Stachios, Apellos, Amplias, Urban, Aristoboulos and Narcissos of the Seventy, October 31st, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Your sound of salvation hath gone forth . . . ." |
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Syncletica of Alexandria, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
The stichera for the Venerable Syncletica of Alexandria, January 5th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy. "Since thou didst verily yearn for the Fathers' good report . . . ." |
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Theodore of Sykeon, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for Our Righteous Father Theodore of Sykeon, Bishop of Anastasiopolis, April 22nd, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Since thou becamest the Word's own sacred initiate . . . ." Updated 4/21/2021. |
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Theoktistos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung on September 3rd for the commemoration of the Venerable Theoktistos, fellow ascetic with Euthymios the Great, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "Thy hallowed memorial today . . . ." Updated 8/17/2023. |
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Theophylact the Confessor-Bishop of Nicomedia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Venerable Theophylact the Confessor, Bishop of Nicomedia, March 8th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Though kept in a prison under guard . . . ." |
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Thomas of Mt. Maleon, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These stichera are sung for the Venerable Thomas of Mt. Maleon, July 7th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "We know thee truly to be a divinely shining light . . . ." |
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Timothy the Apostle, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" for Saint Timothy the Apostle, January 22nd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "Made bright with the Spirit's brilliant beams . . . ." Updated 12/14/18. |
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Xenia of Rome, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"
These are sung for our Righteous Mother Xenia the Merciful of Rome, January 24th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "First thou didst go from thy homeland . . . ." |
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Archangels, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera are sung for the Synaxis of the Archangels, November 8th; and also on September 6th for the Miracle of the Archangel Michael in Colossae, Prosmoion "Thou art the joy." "Let us on earth now keep festival like the Angels' hosts . . . ." Updated 8/13/2020. |
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Bartholomew & Barnabas, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera are sung at the Aposticha at Vespers on June 11th for Ss. Bartholomew & Barnabas, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs . . . ." "O seers and Apostles of our God . . . ." Updated 6/10/19. |
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Charalampos the Wonderworker, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
This is the Aposticha sung for the Hieromartyr Charalampos the Wonderworker, February 10th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "O all-lauded martyr of Christ God . . . ." (When this day falls on Meat Fare Saturday, it is moved to February 9th.) |
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Cosmas & Damian-Martyrs in Rome, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These are sung for the Unmercenaries Cosmas and Damian, Martyrs in Rome, July 1st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Let us assemble upon the Unmercenaries' feast . . . ." |
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Cosmas the Hymnographer, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
Stichera at the Aposticha for Cosmas the Hymnographer, Bishop of Maïuma, October 14, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "By many vigils and fastings . . . ." |
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Kyrikos & Julitta, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
These stichera are sung at the Aposticha in Vespers on July 15th for the Martyrs Kyrikos & his mother Julitta of Tarsus, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Three years of age in his body . . . ." Updated 6/27/2022. |
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Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ-After-feast, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers (Dec 27)
This Aposticha at Vespers is sung for the After-feast of the Nativity of Christ, December 27th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "He that dawned forth from the Father before the ages began . . . ." Updated 11/30/19. |
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Octoechos-Friday Vespers-Tone 1, 3rd verse of the Aposticha (Original Melody)
This is the 3rd verse of the Aposticha at Vespers from the Octoechos for Friday evening, Tone 1, Original Melody: "O all-lauded Martyrs of the Lord . . . ." Updated 2/6/2020. |
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Octoechos-Wednesday Vespers-Tone 1, Stichera at the Aposticha
These Aposticha stichera are from the Octoechos, for Tone 1 on Wednesday Vespers, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Let us acclaim with one voice . . . ." The Original Melody "O all-lauded martyrs of the Lord . . . ." |
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Pentecost-After-Feast-Friday Vespers, Stichera at the Aposticha
These are sung on Thursday evening for Friday Vespers after Pentecost, Prosomoion" O all-lauded martyrs." "The All-holy Spirit let us praise, Who proceedeth from the Father . . . ." |
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Placing (Deposition) of the Theotokos' Robe, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers
This Aposticha is sung for the Placing of the Theotokos' Robe at Blachernae, July 2nd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs." "O Mother of God, as thou alone . . . ." |
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Presentation (Meeting) of our Lord in the Temple-After-Feast, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers (Feb 5)
These stichera are sung at the Aposticha at Vespers for the After-Feast of the Presentation of our Lord in the Temple, February 5th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs." "In truth the most brilliant Ark of God . . . ." |
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Procession of the Cross, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers (Aug 1)
The stichera for the Aposticha at Vespers for the Procession of the Precious Cross, August 1st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy." "Come, ye feast-lovers, and as we all now keep festival . . . ." |
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Vespers, Kazan - "O Lord, I have cried" with verses and Resurrectional stichera, Tone 1
"O Lord, I have cried" (Kekragaria) with verses (stichologia) and Resurrectional stichera, Tone 1/First Mode. "Accept our evening prayers, O holy Lord . . . ." |
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Vespers, Kazan - Glory, Fast Final, in Assorted Tones
Fast Final Glory in various Byzantine tones, from Kazan Vespers book. |
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Vespers, Kazan - Glory, Slow Final, in Various Tones
Slow (Sticheraric) Final Glory in the various tones, from the Kazan Vespers book, adapted. Updated 1/14/17. |
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Vespers, Kazan - Prokeimena, Weekdays, Sun-Fri
Prokeimena for weekday Vespers, Sunday to Friday evening. |
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Vespers, Kazan - Resurrectional Aposticha and Theotokion, Tone 1
Resurrectional Aposticha and Theotokion from the Kazan Vespers book, Tone 1/First Mode. "By thy passion, O Christ . . . Behold, now is fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah . . . ." Updated 2/2/2023. |
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Vespers, Kazan - Resurrectional Aposticha, Tone 1
Aposticha for the Resurrection, Tone 1/First Mode. "By thy passion, O Christ, we have been set free from sufferings . . . ." |
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Vespers, Kazan - Resurrectional Theotokion at "O Lord, I have cried" (Tone 1)
Theotokion for the Resurrection at "O Lord, I have cried," Tone 1/First Mode. "Let us sing the praises of Mary, the Virgin . . . ." |
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Vespers, Kazan - Resurrectional Theotokion at the Aposticha, Tone 1
Theotokion for the Resurrection at the Aposticha, Tone 1/First Mode. "Behold, now is fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah . . . ." |