An Historic Collaboration produces Master Class, Concert and CD Hundreds of faithful from Pennsylvania and her surrounding states poured into St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral in Wilkes-Barre, PA on March 3, 2013 to participate in a much anticipated event. The historic vocal ensemble assembled in celebration of the 75th Anniversary of both St. Tikhon’s and St. […]
A Transformative Learning Experience Like other liturgical arts, the art of liturgical singing, whether solo chant or choral, is dependent to a great extent upon apprenticeship and following traditionally established models. The successful transmission and development of this subtle and ephemeral art depends on the availability of opportunities for aspiring liturgical musicians to encounter examples […]
For the first time ever, the Moscow Podvorie Choir of the Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra opened its doors to 35 participants, both male and female signers from the USA, Canada and Australia, to join the renown Podvorie Choir in the singing of a Vigil and Divine Liturgy. This trip offered the unprecedented opportunity for participants to […]
The Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra Podvorie Moscow is welcoming the 2nd Annual Master Class to take place Thursday, July 7th - Thursday July 14th, 2016! The class offers the opportunity for both male and female singers to join the renown Podvorie Choir in the singing of the Vigil and Divine Liturgy of Saints Peter & Paul.
As guests of the Podvorie, participants are given the opportunity to work with Maestro Vladimir Gorbik in an intensive workshop in Slavonic sacred choral music. Participants will enjoy daily intensive workshop sessions and available guided excursions to Moscow attractions and Sergiev Posad Lavra. The package includes double occupancy accommodations, all meals, tuition and materials.
ALL CONDUCTOR POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 15th FOR CONDUCTOR/OBSERVER POSITONS! See application requirements below. In a uniquely designed format, this Master Class will offer the experienced choir director a chance to work with a professional chamber choir and 3 hours of quality podium time under the guidance of Dr. […]
BONUS REHEARSAL TIME ADDED ON THURSDAY, JUNE 29th! PaTRAM Institute is very excited to announce a special opportunity to work in the US with Maestro Vladimir Gorbik in June of 2017. The maestro will lead a workshop for orthodox singers at the St. Matrona Cathedral in Dania Beach (near Fort Lauderdale), Florida. Vladimir Gorbik is the world-famous choirmaster at the Holy Trinity Troitsa-Sergiev Lavra Podvorie in Moscow and associate professor of conducting at […]
The Summer Conductors’ Master Class, conducted by Maestro Vladimir Gorbik, will be held from Thursday, July 6th through Wednesday, July 12th at the Holy Trinity-St.Sergius Lavra Representation, Moscow, Russia. The class will focus entirely on conductor development and provide qualified individuals with an opportunity to conduct the world renowned professional choir during several orthodox […]
Don't miss your next opportunity to learn from Maestro Vladimir Gorbik at our Male Choir Master Class and sing with Deacon Nikolai Kotar and Holy Trinity Seminarians. The master class will be held October 21st-23rd at Holy Trinity Monastery (HTM) in Jordanville, NY, during the Eastern American Diocese Pastoral Conference. The master class is open to all […]
Please be advised this event has been cancelled. Click here to read a statement from PaTRAM Institute's CEO. PaTRAM Institute is delighted to announce that Master conductor & teacher, Maestro VLADIMIR GORBIK, will return to the United States to conduct a MALE CHOIR MASTER CLASS which will be held during the Pastoral Conference dedicated […]