Bless the Lord, O my soul

Alexander Arkhangelsky’s setting of Bless the Lord, O my soul is a rich SATB setting that opens with a profound sense of stillness before unfolding into majestic declarations. The music draws on the deep spiritual tradition of Russian Orthodox Vespers, using the sacred language of Church Slavonic alongside an English translation. Arkhangelsky’s harmonic language moves fluidly between moments of deep contemplation and soaring exultation, reflecting the text’s praise for God’s wondrous works and eternal glory. This is a powerful and moving work, suitable for services and concerts where depth of expression is paramount.