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The image shows a program for a performance by "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir," which is described as a non-sectarian choir specializing in music from the Orthodox Liturgy. The musical director is listed as Igor Studenzoff. The event is part of the "Harvard Festival of the Arts" and took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on May 6, 1972.

The program indicates that applause is appropriate only before the intermission and at the end of the concert.

The pieces to be performed include:

1. "V Tserkvi (In Church)" by V. Tserkvi, described as a spiritual but not liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music. The text is a prayer for Russia, asking for God's salvation and protection.
2. "Blazhen Muž (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3)" from the Kievo-Pecherskoye Monastery chant, which focuses on the blessings of the righteous and the perishability of the wicked.
3. "Slava v Vishnih' Bogu (Glory to God on High)" by M. Strokin, a mid-19th-century composition, with lyrics praising God.
4. "So Sviatimi Upokoy (Kontakion of the Departed)" from the Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhmietiev, a prayer for the rest of the departed souls with the hope of eternal life.

An illustration of an Orthodox church is also present at the top left of the program.

The image shows a page from a program for a concert titled "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir" organized by the Harvard Festival of the Arts. The choir is described as non-sectarian and specializing in music from the Orthodox liturgy, with Igor Studenzoff as the musical director.

The concert was held at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on May 6, 1972.

The program includes the following pieces:

1. V. Tserkvi (In Church) by P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century):

   • A spiritual but not liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music.

   The text provided in the program includes a prayer:

   "With a heart full of contrition, with ardent prayer, we come before the Creator: God save Mother Russia! The Lord visits her with afflictions for the sins of her sons. God save Mother Russia! God forgive her! God guard her! Many trials are given her; many will yet have to be survived. Give her recovery; give her hope; give her bravery and the might for re-birth. Lord, save and guard our Russia!"

2. Blazhen Muzh (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3) from Kievo-Pecherskoye Monastery chant:

   "Blessed is the man who hath not walked in the counsel of the ungodly. Alleluia. For the Lord knoweth the way of the just, and the way of the wicked shall perish. Alleluia. Serve ye the Lord with trembling. Alleluia. Glory to Thee, O Lord."

3. Slava v Vishnih' Bogu (Glory to God on High) by M. Strokin (mid-19th century):

   "Glory be to God on high and on earth peace, good will to all men. Lord, open Thou my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise."

4. So Sviatimi Upokoy (Kontakion of the Departed) from Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhmietiev:

   "With the saints give rest, O Christ, to the soul of your servant. Where there is no sickness, nor sorrow, nor bitterness, but life eternal. Out of our weeping at the bier we make a joyful song: alleluia."

The program instructs the audience to applaud only before the intermission and at the end of the concert.

The image is a program for a concert by "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir," which specializes in music from the Orthodox liturgy. The concert took place at the Harvard Festival of the Arts at the Busch-Reisinger Museum on May 6, 1972. Igor Studenzoff was the musical director.

The program notes that applause should only occur before the intermission and at the end of the concert. The concert featured several pieces:

1. "V Tserkvi" by P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century):

   • Described as a spiritual but not liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music.
   • Includes a prayer for Russia: "God save Mother Russia! The Lord visits her with afflictions for the sins of her sons. God save Mother Russia! God forgive her! God guard her! Many trials are given her; many will yet have to be survived. Give her recovery; give her hope; give her bravery and the might for re-birth. Lord, save and guard our Russia!"

2. "Blazhen Muzh" (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3):

   • A chant from Kievo-Pecherskoye Monastery.
   • Text: "Blessed is the man who hath not walked in the counsel of the ungodly. Alleluia. For the Lord knoweth the way of the just, and the way of the wicked shall perish. Alleluia. Serve ye the Lord with trembling. Alleluia. Glory to Thee, O Lord."

3. "Slava v Vishniy Bogu" (Glory to God on High) by M. Strokin (mid-19th century):

   • Text: "Glory be to God on high and on earth peace, good will to all men. Lord, open Thou my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise."

4. "So Sviatimi Upokoy" (Kontakion of the Departed) from Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhmietiev:

   • Text: "With the saints give rest, O Christ, to the soul of your servant. Where there is no sickness, nor sorrow, nor bitterness, but life eternal. Out of our weeping at the bier we make a joyful song: alleluia."

The program includes a small illustration of a Russian Orthodox church.

The image is a program from a concert by "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir," a non-sectarian choir specializing in music from the Orthodox liturgy. The concert took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum as part of the Harvard Festival of the Arts on May 6, 1972. The musical director of the choir was Igor Studenzoff.

The program lists several pieces that were performed, along with brief descriptions and texts:

1. V Tserkvi (In Church) by P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century):

   • A spiritual but not liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music.
   • The text is a prayer for Russia, asking for God's protection and mercy.

2. Blazhen Muzh (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3) Kievo-Pecherskoye Monastery chant:

   • Describes the blessings of those who follow the Lord and the fate of the wicked.
   • The text includes verses from the Psalms, praising the Lord and His justice.

3. Slava v Vishnih Bogu (Glory to God on High) by M. Strokin (mid-19th century):

   • A piece glorifying God and expressing hope for peace on earth.
   • The text praises God's glory and asks for peace and mercy.

4. So Sviatimi Upokoy (Kontakion of the Departed) Obikhod of 1869, ed. Bakhmietiev:

   • A kontakion for the departed, expressing hope for eternal life with the saints.
   • The text speaks of the joy of eternal life and the comfort found in the faith of the departed.

The program also includes a note asking the audience to applaud only before the intermission and at the end of the concert.

The image is of a concert program for a performance by "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir." Here are the details:

Ensemble:
The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir
A Non-Sectarian Choir Specializing in Music from the Orthodox Liturgy

Musical Director:
Igor Sudzendorf

Event:
Harvard Festival of the Arts
Busch-Reisinger Museum
May 6, 1972

Program Notes:
The audience is requested to applaud only before the intermission and at the end of the concert.

Performances Listed:

1. V Tserkvi (In Church)
   Composer: P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century)
   Description: A spiritual but not liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music.
   Text Excerpt:
   "With a heart full of contrition, with ardent prayer, we come before the Creator: God save Mother Russia! The Lord visits her with afflictions for the sins of her sons. God save Mother Russia! God forgive her! God guard her! Many trials are given her; many will yet have to be survived. Give her recovery; give her hope; give her bravery and the might for rebirth. Lord, save and guard our Russia!"

2. Blazhen Muzh (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3)
   Source: Kievo-Pecherskovye Monastery chant
   Text Excerpt:
   "Blessed is the man who hath not walked in the counsel of the ungodly. Alleluia. For the Lord knoweth the way of the just, and the way of the wicked shall perish. Alleluia. Serve ye the Lord with fear and rejoice unto Him with trembling. Alleluia, Glory to Thee, O Lord."

3. Slava v Vyshnih' Bogu (Glory to God on High)
   Composer: M. Strokin (mid-19th century)
   Text Excerpt:
   "Glory be to God on high and on earth peace, good will to all men. Lord, open Thou my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise."

4. So Sviatimi Upokoy (Kontakion of the Departed)
   Arrangement: Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhmietiev
   Text Excerpt:
   "With the saints give rest, O Christ, to the soul of your servant. Where there is no sickness, nor sorrow, nor bitterness, but life eternal. Out of our weeping at the bier we make a joyful song: alleluia."

This program showcases a selection of Russian Orthodox liturgical and spiritual choral works.

The image is a page from a concert program for a performance by the Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir, which specializes in music from the Orthodox liturgy. The concert took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum as part of the Harvard Festival of the Arts on May 6, 1972. The musical director of the choir was Igor Sundenoff.

The program includes the following pieces:

1. V Tsoekvi (In Church) by P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century)

   • A spiritual but not liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music. The text is a prayer for Mother Russia, asking for God's protection and mercy.

2. Blazhen Muzh (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3) by Kievo-Pecherskoye Monastery chant

   • A chant based on Psalms 1, 2, and 3, with text praising the blessed man who follows the Lord's path and calling for the wicked to perish.

3. Slava v Vyshnikh' Bogu (Glory to God on High) by M. Strokin (mid-19th century)

   • A hymn of praise to God, expressing joy and gratitude.

4. So Sviatimi Upokoy (Kontakion of the Departed) by Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhmetiev

   • A prayer for the departed, asking for the saints to give rest to the souls of the servants of Christ, where there is no sickness, sorrow, or bitterness, but life eternal.

The program also includes a note asking the audience to applaud only before the intermission and at the end of the concert.

This image shows a printed event program. The headline reads, "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir" and is followed by the subtitle "A Non Sectarian Choir Specializing in Music from the Orthodox Liturgy." The program lists the Musical Director as Igor Sudeznoff.

The event is part of the "HARVARD FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, dated May 6, 1972. It also includes a polite performance etiquette note: "(Please applaud only before the intermission and at the end of the concert.)"

There are four musical pieces listed on the program:

1. "V Tserkvi" (In Church) by P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century), described as a spiritual but non liturgical choral work.
2. "Blazhen Muzh" from Psalms 1, 2, and 3, which is a Kievo-Pecherskoye Monastery chant.
3. "Slava v Vyshnikh" Bogu (Glory to God on High) by M. Strokin (mid-19th century).
4. "So Sviatimi Upokoy" (Kontakion of the Departed) from Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhrnietiev.

Each piece is given a brief contextual description or a translation of its lyrics, providing insight into the religious and cultural significance of the works being performed. The program paper appears aged, indicating the historical nature of the document.

The image shows the inside cover of a program booklet titled "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir: A Non Sectarian Choir Specializing in Music from the Orthodox Liturgy." The program is associated with the Harvard Festival of the Arts and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, dated May 6, 1972. The Musical Director listed is Igor Studenzoff.

The page features an illustration of a Byzantine-style church dome at the top left, symbolizing the choir's focus on Orthodox liturgical music. Below the title and details, there is a list of musical selections to be performed, along with brief descriptions and historical context for each piece. The selections include:

1. "V Tserkvi (In Church)" by P. Tchaikovsky (late 19th century): A spiritual but non-liturgical choral work in the tradition of Orthodox church music.
2. "Blazhen Muzh (From Psalms 1, 2, and 3)" by the Kievo-Pecherskiye Monastery chant: A traditional chant.
3. "Slava v Vishnih Bogu (Glory to God on High)" by M. Strokin (mid-19th century): A hymn of praise.
4. "So Sviatimi Upokoy (Kontakion of the Departed)" from the Obikhod of 1869, edited by Bakhmetiev: A liturgical piece for the departed.

The program also includes a note at the bottom: "Please applaud only before the intermission and at the end of the concert." This suggests a formal and traditional performance setting, emphasizing decorum and respect for the liturgical nature of the music.

The overall design is simple and elegant, with a clean layout that highlights the title, illustrations, and program details, reflecting the cultural and religious significance of the event.

The image is a page from a book that appears to be a program for a concert. The text is written in a foreign language, possibly Russian. The page contains a list of songs that were performed at the concert, along with their composers and the names of the performers. The page also includes a drawing of a church or cathedral with a dome and a cross on top. The text on the page is written in a cursive font and is accompanied by musical notes.

The image shows an open book with the title "The Byzantine Russian Liturgical Choir" on the left page. The book is likely a program or booklet for a concert performance by the choir. The text on the left page includes a description of the choir, its musical director, and the event's details, such as the date and location. The right page contains the lyrics of the songs that the choir will perform, along with their composers and the occasion for which they were written. The lyrics are written in a foreign language, possibly Russian.