Sound Magic – Plovdiv Academy Female Choir – 22-Track CD

A choral journey that rewards attention

Make time for a musical pause with Sound Magic. The women’s voices of Plovdiv’s academy choir invite you into a contrasting programme, where the devotion of sacred songs meets the energy and colours of Bulgarian repertoire.

Discover music from Fauré to Bartók

Gabriel Fauré’s Cantique de Jean Racine appears alongside four pieces by Béla Bartók and works by Veljo Tormis and Yefim Adler. A selection that offers fresh listening from track to track and invites you to revisit favourite moments.

Sacred songs and folk roots

In Thy Kingdom, Cherubic Hymn and The Mercy of Peace bring a spiritual dimension to the programme. Ivan Spassov’s Songs from the Pirin Region and pieces by Bulgarian composers open further musical horizons in this varied album.

A gift to share with a lover of voices

For a choral music enthusiast or someone keen to discover unfamiliar repertoire, this CD makes a meaningful gift. Enjoy it on a quiet evening, during a reflective moment or as part of attentive listening together.

The artists behind the album

The Plovdiv Academy Female Choir is conducted by Krikor Chetinian. The album also credits the Bulgarian National Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Vassil Kazandjiev. Released by Gega New, it offers 57:36 minutes of music on one audio CD.

Frequently asked questions

How many tracks are on Sound Magic?

The CD contains 22 tracks, with a stated total running time of 57:36.

Which choir performs on the album?

Plovdiv Academy Female Choir, conducted by Krikor Chetinian.

Is the album entirely sacred music?

The programme combines sacred songs with other choral works, including music by Bartók and Bulgarian composers.

Complete track listing

1. Béla Bartók - Hussar Song - 1:48
2. Veljo Tormis - Modal Etudes - 2:31
3. Yefim Adler - The Storm - 1:04
4. Béla Bartók - Bird Song - 1:29
5. Béla Bartók - Wandering in the Forest - 2:32
6. Béla Bartók - Breadbaking - 2:13
7. Gabriel Fauré - Cantique de Jean Racine - 5:13
8. Dobri Hristov - In Thy Kingdom - 2:08
9. Pavel Chesnokov - The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom - The Mercy of Peace - 5:20
10. Stefan Mutafchiev - In Thy Kingdom - 3:38
11. Stefan Mutafchiev - Cherubic Hymn - 6:08
12. Stefan Mutafchiev - Otishal Stoyan na mehana - 4:07
13. Alexander Tanev - Moya da bade devoyka (Let the Maiden Be Mine) - 2:39
14. Assen Diamandiev - Dorke, Todorke - 2:12
15. Nikolai Stoikov - Koyo, Kostadine - 1:38
16. Nikolai Stoikov - Kalugerine, tsran gyavoline - 2:00
17. Ivan Spassov - Songs from the Pirin Region - Yurgo, mila sestro (Yourga, My Sister) - 0:59
18. Ivan Spassov - Songs from the Pirin Region - Margalinku, devoiku (Margalinka, a Young Girl) - 1:27
19. Ivan Spassov - Songs from the Pirin Region - Sabrali se, mori, lele Yano (Yana, They Gathered Together) - 0:51
20. Ivan Spassov - Songs from the Pirin Region - Gore si otidoh, mayu le (Up I Went) - 2:00
21. Ivan Spassov - Songs from the Pirin Region - Mar, Prodano, gizdava devoiku (Prodana, Pretty Girl) - 2:08
22. Ivan Spassov - Two Drums Are Drumming - 3:21