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The Pursuit of Beauty with Matthew Wilkinson

Matthew Wilkinson
Byzantine Chant
Greek Orthodox Church
Beauty
Capella Romana
New Orleans
Eastern Orthodox Music
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Philosophy
Consciousness
Western Music
Music Notation
Non-Reductive Naturalism
Qualia
Love
Orthodox Christianity
Art
Music Education
Orthodox Liturgics
Byzantine Manuscripts
L'orgue Mystique

We explore topics such as classical music, Orthodox chant, Bach, Messiaen, architecture, symbolism, the philosophy of mind, aesthetics, and the general pursuit of Beauty.

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n this episode of The Pursuit of Beauty, Matthew sits down with legendary Charleston vocalist and storyteller Ann Caldwell to uncover the hidden world of spirituals, Gullah culture, and the music of the enslaved. From “Wade in the Water” to “Swing Lo... more

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Recent Guests

John Wykoff
Composer and Professor with a focus on music theory and spirituality in music.
Lee University
Episode: If I were the devil, I’d start destroy beauty first - John Wykoff
Jordan Hall
Entrepreneur and expert in postmodern philosophy
Episode: Can Beauty Save the World? A Christian Dialogue with Jordan Hall
Chris Hoyt
Composer and church musician with focus on Anglican choral tradition
HoytComposer.com
Episode: Contemporary Christian vs. Traditional Hymnody | an interview with Chris Hoyt
Dr. John Graham
An expert in Georgian Orthodox chant and a musicologist
Cultural tour company in Georgia
Episode: Georgian Orthodox Chant - Almost Lost Forever with Dr. John Graham
Deacon Henok
Deacon in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
Ethiopian Orthodox Church
Episode: Ancient Ethiopian Orthodox Chants: 1,500-Year Musical Tradition - Interview with Deacon Henok
Vladimir Morosan
Founder of Musica Russica, a company dedicated to making Russian choral compositions accessible.
Musica Russica
Episode: The Hidden History of Russian Orthodox Chant | Vlad Morosan Interview
Deacon Rubik Mailian
A musician from the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church, well-versed in the church's musical chant tradition.
Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church
Episode: The Mystery of Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Chant, an interview with Deacon Rubik Mailian part 1
Seraphim O'Keefe
Iconographer with a background in classical painting and Orthodox traditions.
Episode: Iconography with Seraphim O'Keefe
Pradeep Alexander Hatcher
A deacon in the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church
Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church
Episode: Malankaran Orthodox Syrian Chant with Deacon Pradeep Alexander Hatcher

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Matthew Wilkinson
Host with a focus on beauty in music, philosophy, and architecture.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Wonderful explorations

    An intense exploration of various topics in the realm of Orthodoxy, music and spirituality

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    United States9 months ago

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The Schism, the Chant, and Solzhenitsyn’s Plea for Unity
Q: What future do you see for the Old Believers within the broader Orthodox community?
Father Pimen expresses optimism for the future, highlighting a potential movement towards reconciliation and reestablishment of communion with other Orthodox factions as younger generations exhibit willingness to engage.
The Schism, the Chant, and Solzhenitsyn’s Plea for Unity
Q: What makes Znamenny Chant significant for the Old Believers?
It is noted that the Znamenny Chant has historical ties to Byzantine chant and plays an essential role in maintaining the liturgical beauty and tradition within Orthodoxy for the Old Believers.
The Schism, the Chant, and Solzhenitsyn’s Plea for Unity
Q: What challenges do the Old Believers face as they interact with wider Orthodox communities today?
Father Pimen discusses the challenges of maintaining traditional rites and practices while adapting to a modern context, especially in America where younger generations are seeking services in English.
The Schism, the Chant, and Solzhenitsyn’s Plea for Unity
Q: Can you describe the significance of the Old Believers and how their history has shaped their identity?
Father Pimen explains that the Old Believers resulted from opposition to the reforms introduced by Patriarch Nikon in the 1650s, leading to a significant schism and the development of two groups: priestless and priested believers, with a shared commitment to traditional practices and beliefs.
Georgian Orthodox Chant - Almost Lost Forever with Dr. John Graham
Q: I have the right to change my opinion on this, because new evidence might come to light, and I will be more thrilled than anyone else.
My opinion right now is based on everything that I've studied, everyone I've talked to, all the secondary sources that I've read.

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