The Last Supper – Chevetogne Monks CD, 31 Liturgical Chants

A listening moment at the heart of the Paschal mystery

At the end of a day, make room for music that invites contemplation. In La Dernière Cène, the choir of the monks of Chevetogne, directed by Father Maxime Gimenez, presents the chants of Great and Holy Thursday. The 31 tracks trace a path from Matins to Vespers and the Liturgy of Saint Basil.

The Last Supper and Christ’s gift of himself

The Last Supper recalls the meal at which Christ entrusted his disciples with the memorial of his Passover. The chants of this day invite reflection on his love, his self-giving and the mystery of the Eucharist. The sequence of pieces offers a way into that spiritual richness through the beauty of voices and texts.

Listen attentively and give with affection

Accompany a spiritual reading, extend a time of prayer or discover monastic singing. Choose a single track or explore the album at your own pace. Its 71 minutes and 28 seconds offer ample space for attentive listening. A booklet with texts in French, English, German and Church Slavonic accompanies the programme.

Why choose this Chevetogne recording?

For its Eucharistic theme, the presence of the monastic choir and a programme organised into two liturgical sections. It is a meaningful gift for a sacred music enthusiast or someone who treasures Holy Week, and a lovely addition to your own collection.

Complete programme: 31 tracks with timings

Matins

1. Alleluia — 1:45
2. Troparion — 7:05
3. Canon: 1st Irmos — 0:48
4. Canon: 3rd Irmos — 0:47
5. Kathismata: Troparion, Tone 1 — 0:41
6. Kathismata: Troparion, Tone 3 — 0:57
7. Kathismata: Troparion, Tone 4 — 0:34
8. Canon: 4th Irmos — 0:39
9. Canon: 5th Irmos — 0:36
10. Canon: 6th Irmos — 0:35
11. Kontakion — 0:33
12. Canon: 7th Irmos — 0:37
13. Canon: 8th Irmos — 0:50
14. Canon: 9th Irmos — 0:47
15. Exapostilarion: Cantor — 1:23
16. Exapostilarion: Choir — 1:11
17. Lauds — 3:37
18. Theotokion of the Lauds — 2:05
19. Aposticha — 6:49
20. Theotokion — 3:18

Vespers and Liturgy of Saint Basil

21. Opening Blessing — 0:39
22. Lucernarium — 0:54
23. Stichera — 4:26
24. Theotokion — 3:42
25. “O Gladsome Light” — 2:11
26. Trisagion — 2:39
27. Epistle — 4:56
28. Great Entrance — 2:31
29. Anaphora — 8:39
30. Before Communion — 2:18
31. After Communion — 2:40

Questions about La Dernière Cène

Who performs these chants?

The choir of the monks of Chevetogne, directed by Father Maxime Gimenez.

Does the booklet include English texts?

Yes. The text booklet includes French, English, German and Church Slavonic.

Is the album only for listening on Holy Thursday?

The programme belongs to Great and Holy Thursday, but it can accompany sacred music listening or personal reflection throughout the year.