Octoëchos 203: 3rd Mode – Term 3 2025

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.

Enrollment in this class includes enrollment in Voice Lab 100. Students are encouraged to look at Voice Lab topics and attend sessions that interest them.

Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of Octoëchos 208 or the course placement process.

Class Dates: Term 3, 2025 (Sept 29 – Nov 16)
Instructors: Konstantina Marinakos

Zoom Practice Sessions (all times Eastern):
Tuesdays, 8 – 8:30 pm ET
Thursdays, 3 – 3:30 pm ET

More practice session times will be added as needed based on number of students enrolled.

Voice Lab 100 sessions (all times Eastern):

Beginner topics: Thursdays 1:30 – 2 pm ET, 8 – 8:30 pm ET
Advanced topics: Wednesdays & Thursdays at 8 – 8:30 pm ET