Papadic 404: 2nd and Plagal 2nd Mode – T1 2026

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This course functions as an in-depth study of papadic repertoire in the 2nd and Plagal 2nd Modes. Students will study one Cherubic Hymn and one Communion Hymn in each of the aforementioned modes along with a festal Communion hymn, analyzing each selection in terms of modal theory/intervals, melodic structure/morphology, liturgical execution, and other related topics.

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): Papadic 401 or equivalent.
Class Dates: Term 1, 2026 (Jan 5 – Feb 22)
Instructor: Samuel Herron
Cost: $275

Live Practice Sessions:
Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:30 pm ET

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

Voice Lab 100 sessions (all times Eastern):
Wednesdays, 7:30 – 8 pm ET (advanced topics)
Wednesdays, 8 – 8:30 pm ET (beginner topics)
Thursdays, 1:30 – 2 pm ET (beginner topics)
Thursdays, 8 – 8:30 pm ET (advanced topics)

Course Content

Introduction to Papadic 404
Zoom Chant Labs: Links and Information
Class Forum for Papadic 404: T1 2026
Vocal Training at TSBM: Free to All Enrolled Students! 1 Topic
Week 1
Omoia Diphonia and Chanting in the Chromatic Scale
Week One Analytical Listening: Chromatic Intervals and Attractions
2nd Mode Cherubic Hymn by Samuel Herron 2 Topics
Week 2
2nd Mode Sunday Communion Hymn by Samuel Herron 2 Topics
Week 3
Week Three Analytical Listening: 2nd Mode Soft Chromatic Papadic
2nd Mode Cherubic Hymn by Gabriel Cremeens 2 Topics
Week 4
Week Four Analytical Listening: Interpretation in Chromatic Modes
Interpretation in Chromatic Modes
Plagal 2nd Cherubic Hymn by Gabriel Cremeens 2 Topics
Week 5
Plagal 2nd Communion Hymn by Samuel Herron 2 Topics
Week 6
Week SIx Analytical Listening: Bringing It All Together
Plagal 2nd Saturday Communion Hymn by Samuel Herron 2 Topics
Week 7
Capstone Project: Papadic 404