After four long years living outside of Russia due to political instability, Rachmaninoff was finally able to bring his family home. He returned with a determination to write a Russian sacred piece that would be a lasting contribution to the orthodox repertoire. The composer ultimately found success with his "All-Night Vigil," considered the crowning achievement in Russian sacred music. But the world around Rachmaninoff became chaotic again.

The Great Composers

Colorado Public Radio

Sergei Rachmaninoff, Chapter 7: The Making Of A Sacred Masterwork

OCT 26, 201824 MIN
The Great Composers

Sergei Rachmaninoff, Chapter 7: The Making Of A Sacred Masterwork

OCT 26, 201824 MIN

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After four long years living outside of Russia due to political instability, Rachmaninoff was finally able to bring his family home. He returned with a determination to write a Russian sacred piece that would be a lasting contribution to the orthodox repertoire. The composer ultimately found success with his "All-Night Vigil," considered the crowning achievement in Russian sacred music. But the world around Rachmaninoff became chaotic again.