Octoëchos 201: 1st Mode – T2 2026

The eight Octoëchos courses serve as a systematic primer in the theoretical and practical aspects of the eight modes of Byzantine Chant.  Each mode is studied within the context of the Anastasimatarion, that is, the Resurrectional hymns of Saturday night Vespers and Sunday morning Orthros.  Upon completing all of the Octoëchos courses, a student will be proficient in all eight modes in their heirmologic and sticheraric forms.

Prerequisite(s): All of the Octoëchos courses require ByzB103 (Basic Reading Fluency) or an equivalent course of study.

Class Dates: Term 2, 2026 (May 4 – June 21)
Instructor: Gabriel Cremeens

Live Practice Sessions (all times Eastern):
Wednesdays, 1:30 – 2 pm ET
Thursdays, 10:15 – 10:45 pm ET
Fridays, 5:45 – 6:15 pm ET

Voice Lab 100 sessions:
Voice Lab is made available free to all students. Check the Voice Lab course page for info.