Benedict Sheehan: Vespers – Evening Prayer (“Vouchsafe, O Lord”) | The Saint Tikhon Choir

Music: Vespers: Evening Prayer (“Vouchsafe, O Lord”)
Composer: Benedict Sheehan
Artists: The Saint Tikhon Choir & Benedict Sheehan, director
Album: Benedict Sheehan: Vespers (CR 423)
Label: Cappella Records
UPC/EAN: 753459959183
Available on all platforms: cappellaromana.org/sheehanvespers

Cappella Records is pleased to announce the November 19, 2021, release of Benedict Sheehan’s Vespers, an Orthodox Vespers performed in English by the GRAMMY®- nominated Saint Tikhon Choir, conducted by the composer.

Inspired by Rachmaninoff ’s All-Night Vigil, Sheehan’s unique musical and linguistic expression expands the genre. He adorns full-length Psalms and hymns with a deep understanding of beauty, faith, and humanity.

Vespers also features virtuosic vocal concertos, including the first for basso profundo in English. Engage with this music that projects a vision of hope and light for all.