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Christ on Earth - Romeiko Ensemble

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Christ on Earth is the Greek version of the service of Nativity Matins, originally released in 2007 in Greece. This first release of the service performed in medieval Byzantine chant contains the core hymns of the service: The Apolytikion, parts of the Canon and Kontakia, Praises and Katabasia, as typically sung in a Greek Orthodox church. In addition, the recording includes a delightful selection of five regional Nativity carols (kallanta), This recording was well received upon its release in Greece and became the foundation for the creation of Christ Comes From Heaven in English. Hymns text and liner notes can be downloaded from www.romeikoensemble.com