There is a Place in Cappella Romana For YOU
For nearly 30 years I have been associated with Cappella Romana, and I am so passionate about what Cappella Romana does that I have made it my life’s work. There is also a place in Cappella Romana for you. This transcendent, beautiful, soul-touching music would not be possible without your support. This month our $25,000…
A Ukrainian Wedding (Program Notes from Nadia Tarnawsky)
The traditional Ukrainian wedding ritual lasts at least a week – sometimes longer. There are some variations from region to region and village to village, but the main outline of the ritual follows the same journey. The young couple is engaged. Various wedding items are made – the wedding bread, the wreaths for the young…
The Oregonian Features A Ukrainian Wedding
James Bash and The Oregonian have published a wonderful profile on our A Ukrainian Wedding concert, including interviews with Nadia Tarnawsky and Inna Kovtun: The war in Ukraine has made its culture more precious than ever, especially traditions that might become lost after the smoke clears. One of Ukraine’s unique cultural gems involves the music…
A Ukrainian Wedding — Meet The Soloists
Meet our Guest Conductor, Nadia Tarnawsky, and the Principal Soloists, Ukrainians Inna Kovtun and Hanna Tishchenko before “A Ukrainian Wedding” this weekend: Hear them this weekend, May 19–21, in Seattle, Portland, and Milwaukie (OR)! Don’t miss these previews! У нєдєлєчку да сонца / U nyedyelyechku da sontsa / On Sunday morningChernihiv region У нєдєлєчку да…
Look in on “A Ukrainian Wedding” Rehearsals!
Nadia Tarnawsky leads the women of Cappella Romana in rehearsals for A Ukrainian Wedding! Hear it this weekend, May 19–21, in Seattle, Portland, and Milwaukie (OR)! Богородице Діво / Bohorodytse Divo / Hail, MaryYakiv Yatsynevych (1869-1945) Богородице Діво, радуйся, Благодатная Маріє, Господь з Тобою; Благословенна Ти між жонами І благословен плід утроби Твоєї, Бо Ти…
Alexander Lingas and the Byzantine Chant Ensemble Make Headlines Around the World
If you weren’t able to watch the Coronation live, or on re-broadcast this weekend, enjoy the clip of Alexander Lingas and the Byzantine Chant Ensemble during the Ceremony: Streaming on Apple Music and more as part of The Official Album of The Coronation: From Greece to the United States and more, Alexander Lingas and the…
Alexander Lingas Leads the Byzantine Chant Ensemble in Psalm 71
Details of King Charles’ Coronation Service at Westminster Abbey on May 6 have officially been published and provide the context in which Cappella Romana music director Alexander Lingas will lead the Byzantine Chant Ensemble in performance during the ceremony: The Presentation of Regalia Peers from non-Christian faiths and senior Anglican bishops present the regalia. During…
Somewhere In Between: Ivan Moody’s Greek Liturgy
For someone familiar with Greek Orthodox liturgy, today’s performance will echo the experience of actual services, with abbreviations appropriate to a concert. At the same time, those new to the form may experience the performance as though it were liturgically complete even with the adjustments made for a concert context. Cappella Romana presents here the…
Ivan Moody on his Greek Liturgy
Ivan Moody: Greek Liturgy Seattle Friday 28 April 2023, 7:30 P.M.St. James Cathedral Portland Saturday 29 April 2023, 8:00 P.M.St. Mary’s Cathedral Portland Sunday 30 April 2023, 3:00 P.M.The Madeleine Parish The Divine Liturgy Of St. John Chrysostom Ivan Moody on his Greek Liturgy Greek Liturgy was written at the request of Dr Peter Jermihov…
Alexander Lingas and Cappella Romana Featured on Greek Radio’s Third Program
Greek Radio’s Third Programme show “Egnatia Odos”, hosted by Iannis Dovolos, has broadcast a six-part series featuring a look through Cappella Romana’s complete discography and interviews with Artistic Director Alexander Lingas! Listen to the programs on demand: Part One Part Two Part Three Part Four Part Five Part Six
Annunciation Program
Annunciation Portland Friday 17 March 2023, 7:30 P.M.The Madeleine Parish Seattle Sunday 19 March 2023, 4:00 P.M.St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Chamber Music Based on Byzantine Chant Cappella Romana’s Annunciation program is a natural outcome of Cappella Romana’s first collaboration with virtuoso pianist and Byzantine cantor Paul Barnes. For the world premiere of the piano…
It’s Arts Madness Month in Portland
Spearheaded by the Resonance Ensemble, Cappella Romana is excited to be participating in a new community initiative for the month of March to support the vibrant arts scene in Portland — Arts Madness! #ArtsMadnessPDX Your local arts organizations have come together to support one another and get you discounts at the same time! Think of…
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