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First Annual Memorial Day Young Singers’ Conference
2016-05-27 - 2016-05-30 | St. Tikhon’s Monastery, 175 Saint Tikhon's Road, Waymart, PA, 18472, United States
St. Tikhon’s Monastery located in Waymart, PA and Holy Trinity Monastery in Jordanville, NY have graciously opened their doors for participants in The Young Singers’ Conferences to attend one or both 3-day weekends of educational courses. These Conferences allow young singers (15-40y.o) to strengthen their abilities and sing the All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy in a monastery setting.
The Memorial Day Conference will be held at St. Tikhon’s Monastery in Waymart, PA, on Saturday May 28th – Monday May 30th, 2016 under the direction of Dr. Peter Jermihov, Katya Lukianov, Dr. Irene Riazanova, Benedict Sheehan, Maria Sheehan, Father John Whiteford.
Preliminary Weekend Schedule:

Friday May 27th – Arrive in Waymart, PA
Saturday May 28th – Welcome Breakfast, All Day Rehearsal, Sing All-Night Vigil, Activity
Sunday May 29th – Attend Liturgy, Afternoon Activity
Monday May 30th – Sing Divine Liturgy, Attend Pilgrimage, Optional Healing Moleben @2PM, Depart Waymart, PA

Limited scholarships for tuition costs are available. Airfare and travel expenses to PA excluded. The closest major airport to Waymart, PA is Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP/KAVP). This airport is in Scranton, Pennsylvania and is 30 miles from the center of Waymart, PA.
Learn more about the cost breakdown and tuition cost here »
The Conferences are available to various ages and musical abilities. There will be an on-site manager at all times throughout the weekend. Please contact Sanya Lukianov with any questions or concerns sanya@patraminstitute.org. If you plan to attend both Conferences please register for each separately
Please contact Sanya Lukianov for scholarship requirement documents

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Second Annual Summer Master Class in Russia
2016-07-07 - 2016-07-14 | Holy Trinity – St. Sergius Lavra Podvorie Moscow, Sergiev Posad, Moscow, Oblast, 141300, Russian Federation
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.
Read about the success of our first master class here.
Preliminary Tour Schedule:
•Thursday July 7 – ALL ARRIVE MOSCOW (TRAVEL DAY-NOTHING MANDATORY- ON OWN FOR MEALS)
•Friday July 8 – Orientation, Moleben 10am-6pm Class/Rehearsal
•Saturday July 9 – Free Morning, Optional Liturgy, Afternoon Rehearsal, Optional Vigil
•Sunday July 10 – Excursion to Sergiev Posad Lavra ALL DAY
•Monday July 11 – All Day Rehearsal, Sing Peter & Paul Vigil
•Tuesday July 12 – Sing Peter & Paul Divine Liturgy, Excursion Christ the Savior and Kremlin
•Wednesday July 13 – Excursion to New Jerusalem Monastery
•Thursday July 14 – ALL DEPART MOSCOW (TRAVEL DAY-NOTHING MANDATORY)

Limited scholarships for tuition costs are available. Airfare, visa expenses and excursion fees excluded. Age 18+. Learn more about the cost breakdown and tuition cost here
Prior to registering please download and complete all required documents:

Participant Agreement
International Liability Agreement
Scholarship Requirements (if applicable)
Please contact Sanya Lukianov for scholarship requirement documents
Passport Scan
Visa Scan (if applicable)

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First Annual Labor Day Young Singers' Conference
2016-09-02 - 2016-09-05 | Holy Trinity Monastery, 1407 Robinson Rd, Jordanville, NY, 13361, United States
Holy Trinity Monastery located in Jordanville, NY and St. Tikhon’s Monastery in Waymart, PA have graciously opened their doors for participants in The Young Singers’ Conferences to attend one or both 3-day weekends of educational courses. These Conferences allow young singers (15 – 40 y.o) to strengthen their abilities and sing the All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy in a monastery setting.
The Labor Day Conference will be held at Holy Trinity Monastery in Jordanville, NY Friday September 2nd – Monday September 5th, 2016 under the direction of Dr. Peter Jermihov, Katya Lukianova, Dr. Irina Riazanova, Fr. Ephraim Willmarth.

Preliminary Weekend Schedule:

Friday September 2nd – Arrive in Jordanville, NY. Hotel Check-In/Registration (Optional Monastery Events)
Saturday September 3rd – All Day Rehearsal, Select Participants Sing Hierarchal All-Night Vigil
Sunday September 4th – Sing Hierarchal Liturgy, Afternoon Activity/Excursion
Monday September 5th – Sing Hierarchal Liturgy, Depart Jordanville, NY

Limited scholarships for full tuition costs are available. Airfare and travel expenses to NY excluded.
Tuition fees cover: Course material and instruction, double-occupancy lodging, meals, weekend transportation, and excursions.

The Conferences are available to various ages and musical abilities. There will be an on-site manager at all times throughout the weekend. If you plan to attend both Conferences please register for each separately!
Please contact Sanya Lukianov – sanya@patraminstitute.org.
Prior to registering please download and complete all required documents:

Participant Agreement
Liability Agreement
Health Questionnaire Agreement
Scholarship Requirements (if applicable)
Please contact Sanya Lukianov for scholarship requirement documents

Event Registration

PaTRAM and Clarion Choirs to perform for the US Ambassador at Spaso House in Moscow during Clarion World Tour 2016
2016-10-27 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Moscow) | NJ
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The highly acclaimed Clarion Choir, led by Maestro Steven Fox, has been invited to perform at a special reception at Spaso House in Moscow, the residence of the US Ambassador to Russia, during their world tour performing the recently found masterpiece, “Passion Week” by Maximilian Steinberg. The PaTRAM male choir, led by Maestro Vladimir Gorbik, was asked by Mr. Fox, and by invitation of the Ambassador, to perform as special guests that evening as well.
The reception is by invitation only and will take place on Thursday, October 27th, 2016, following a joint choral workshop hosted by PaTRAM for Clarion in Moscow. The Clarion and PaTRAM Choirs will each perform several pieces, independently, and then merge into one grand choir for a combined finale. PaTRAM will be performing select pieces from their upcoming CD; recorded in Saratov, Russia this past summer of Pavel Chesnokov’s liturgical music. The latest PaTRAM CD, to be released in 2017, features a Russian-American choir of 42 male voices of the highest professional caliber.
Alexis Lukianov, Founder, Chairman and CEO of PaTRAM Institute said, “We are delighted to join forces with Clarion to perform for the US Ambassador to Russia. We believe it is culturally and socially beneficial for our countries to foster ongoing projects and collaboration between American and Russian Choirs, especially to promote the beauty of the Russian liturgical arts. PaTRAM is comprised of both Russian and American singers working in tandem through workshops, master classes and professional recordings. The PaTRAM Choir for the Spaso House performance will be predominantly comprised of professional Russian singers. We are very excited to perform alongside a choir of Clarion’s caliber to showcase our world class capabilities.
About PaTRAM (Patriarch Tikhon Russian American Music Institute)
The mission of the Patriarch Tikhon Russian American Music Institute (PaTRAM) is to cultivate and promote the beauty and spiritual depth of Russian Orthodox liturgical arts in general and choral singing in particular, in both the English and Church Slavonic languages. PaTRAM seeks to utilize rigorous educational programs, distinctive performance events, and the latest technological tools to realize this mission.
PaTRAM is a non-profit 501-c3 organization in their 3rd year of existence and headquartered in Tiburon, CA.
To learn more visit www.patraminstitute.org, or call us at 551-224-8657.

Sponsored Miami Ball: A Russian Cultural Event
2016-11-11 | The Ritz-Carlton – South Beach, 1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL, 33139, United States
Friday November, 11th 2016 at the Ritz Carlton hotel in beautiful South Beach Miami. Join other PaTRAM friends and sponsors in supporting our cause while having fun and enjoying exceptional entertainment including a performance by a choir of PaTRAM singers.
Find out more, including purchasing tickets for the event »

Memorial Day Conductors' & Singers' Workshop - St. Tikhon's Monastery in Waymart, PA
2017-05-26 10:00 - 2017-05-29 12:00 (America/New_York) | St. Tikhon’s Monastery, 175 Saint Tikhon's Road, Waymart, PA, 18472, United States
The Memorial Day Conductors’ & Singers’ Workshop will be held at St. Tikhon’s Monastery, in Waymart, PA, from Friday, May 26 thru Monday, May 29, 2017. Arrival is the morning of Friday, May 26 and departure starting mid-day on Monday, May 29. This will be an expanded program of conductors and singers working independently and in tandem with Maestro Peter Jermihov and other faculty culminating in singing at the hierarchical services celebrated by Metropolitan Tikhon and Archbishop Michael.
The Conductors’ and Singers’ Workshop gives the aspiring musician-whether just starting out or with more moderate skills-a chance to grow as a singer or choir director!
Maestro Dr. Peter Jermihov-a highly respected and renowned conductor, teacher and specialist in Orthodox liturgical singing-will lead a team of outstanding faculty members.
– Conductors will learn the craft of conducting and acquire manual techniques, musicianship and vocal skills, knowledge of liturgical rubrics & organizational and people skills.
– Singers will learn the art of choral singing and acquire solid vocal techniques: proper breathing, purity of vowels, good resonance and beauty of tone.
All participants will receive personal attention and feedback, and most importantly aspiring church musicians will reinforce their experiential knowledge of singing and conducting in Church to the Glory of God with mind, heart and deep commitment to prayer.
Highlights:

Conduct or sing in the Feature Choir for the Hierarchical services during the Memorial Day Pilgrimage
VIP ticket to the Chamber Choir of St. Tikhon’s Monastery concert
Special social outing on Saturday

Program cost is $350 and includes:

Tuition
Class Materials
Meals
Activities

Special rate & room block at the Comfort Inn
We have arranged for a ROOM BLOCK & SPECIAL RATE at the Comfort Inn, Pocono Lakes Region, 117 Twin Rocks Rd., Lake Ariel, PA 18436. (570) 689-4148.

Group name: PaTRAM Institute, St. Tikhon event
Room rate: $112.00 plus tax/night, double or single occupancy. BREAKFAST BUFFET included!
Individuals are responsible for booking their own rooms.
Please book soon! Room block & rate expire on May 6!
The Comfort Inn is a 15 minute drive from St. Tikhon’s Monastery.

Please read the following information carefully before proceeding with registration
By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button the applicant has agreed to the terms and conditions as stated:

Full tuition payment is due in order to be accepted as a participant in EITHER the conductor or singer workshops.
Full tuition will be refunded if the applicant decides to cancel their participation in the Event by sending an email to info@patraminstitute.org, OR by calling 551-224-8657, prior to April 25th, 2017.
After April 26th, 2017, PaTRAM will refund 50% of the full tuition ($175) if the applicant decides to cancel their participation in the Event by sending an email to info@patraminstitute.org, OR by calling 551-224-8657, prior to May 10th, 2017.
After May 10th, 2017 NO refunds can be issued.

You must complete and sign the attached forms below PRIOR to entering the registration application as they will be mandatory file attachments required in the form.
Liability release form:
Memorial Day Workshop Liability release form
Event release form:
Memorial Day Workshop – Event Release Form

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Advanced Conducting Master Class in Chicago, IL
2017-06-21 12:00 - 2017-06-25 14:00 (America/Chicago) | NJ
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. Peter Jermihov– a dedicated master teacher and mentor. The class will culminate in a celebration of a full All-Night Vigil and Hierarchical Divine Liturgy officiated by Archbishop Peter of Chicago at the Pokrov Cathedral (ROCOR). Selected students will be given the opportunity to direct the choir at both Divine Services. The Master Class will open 8 seats for active conductors, 4 women & 4 men, who will receive intensive individual instruction, and 20 seats for observer conductors, who will receive full access to all 24 sessions and instruction in score analysis and preparation. Members of both categories of participants will be given a chance to audition for the choir (these auditions must take place before the dates of the Master Class). The class will be taught in English and Russian (as needed), and the repertoire will be sung in English and Church Slavonic.
The professionally-trained conductor, in addition to acquiring manual conducting, rehearsing, and organizing skills, must also excel at analyzing and preparing scores for performance. This aspect of a conductor’s training is often underemphasized or entirely omitted from the curriculum of study. What is the form of a piece of music, how does the form breakdown into smaller phrases, periods and sections, what expressive markings does the composer employ, what type of texture, voice-leading and style are evident, and what is the composer trying to accomplish?—are all questions a conductor must answer before he/she steps on the podium. After the analysis is done, the score must be thoroughly marked and prepared for performance. There are various approaches to the discipline of analyzing and marking a conductor’s score, and this Advanced Conducting Master Class offers the expertise and insights of Dr. Nicholas Reeves, an accomplished Orthodox composer, theorist, and church musician. Dr. Reeves will work with both Active Conductors and Observers to help them understand analytical processes and develop effective and personalized habits of score preparation. Dr. Reeves’ involvement in the program is a unique feature of this Master Class, and we are delighted to offer our participants a chance to grow as conductors and musicians.

Take advantage of this unique learning opportunity and launch your conducting skills to a new level.
Logistics update:
PaTRAM has negotiated a special room rate for anyone interested in lodging for this event. The Hampton Inn, Chicago North Loyola Station, located at 1209 Albion Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, (773) 508-3835, under “PaTRAM Institute“, at a daily rate of $169 + tax including breakfast daily. Rooms are being held at this rate until May 24th, 2017.
All participants are responsible for their transportation to and from the airport and the hotel. PaTRAM will provide transportation to and from the hotel and the venues for all Conductor participants.
The following meals will be provided to all paid participants at the venues:
.at St. Andrews – all lunches and one dinner on Thursday (late session)
.at Holy Virgin Protection Cathedral – banquet lunch after Sunday services

Terms and Conditions for Application for Conductor and Conductor/Observer (please read them carefully before applying)
By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button the applicant has agreed to the terms and conditions as stated:
For Conductor applicants ONLY – a $300, non-refundable deposit is required to complete an application including all required documentation and file uploads. The application must be completed by April 1, 2017 May 1, 2017. The applicant will be notified if they are accepted, on or by April 10, 2017 May 10, 2017, at which time the balance of $550 must be paid. If the balance of $550 is not paid by April 15, 2017 May 15, 2017 the applicant will be denied acceptance and the position opened to the next applicant on the wait-list. If a Conductor applicant is not accepted into the master class, he/she will receive the full refund of $300. In addition, a Conductor applicant can apply as a volunteer singer in the master class choir. Choir volunteer applicants can apply on the Conductor application in the designated Choir Volunteer section. If accepted, the Choir volunteer will be expected to sing as instructed by the master teacher. Conductor applicants are highly encouraged to audition for the master class choir.
For Conductor/Observer applicants ONLY
A $250, non-refundable payment is required to complete an application including all required documentation and file uploads. The application deadline for processing this applicant is May 31, 2017 June 15th 2017. In addition, a Conductor/Observer applicant can apply as a volunteer singer in the master class choir. Choir volunteer applicants can apply on the Conductor/Observer application in the designated Choir Volunteer section. If accepted, the Choir volunteer will be expected to sing as instructed by the master teacher. Please make sure to provide ALL requested application requirements and disclaimers.
For ALL applicants
You must complete and sign the attached forms below PRIOR to entering the registration application as they will be mandatory file attachments required in the form.
Liability release form:
liability-release-form
Event release form:
chicago-2017-master-class-event-release-form

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Master Class for Singers - South Florida
2017-06-29 17:00 - 2017-07-02 14:00 (America/New_York) | St. Matrona Cathedral, 113 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL, 33004, United States
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 Moscow Conservatory.

The event will be held from Thursday evening, June 29th through Sunday afternoon, July 2nd at the St. Matrona Cathedral and culminates in singing the hierarchical All Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy celebrated by Bishop Theodosy of Seattle.
Students are responsible for their transportation and lodging during the event. PaTRAM event planners will notify all applicants of available, discounted lodging near St. Matrona.
Tuition: $300 (includes several meals).
The schedule for this event is:
Thursday, June 29:
5-6pm Registration
6:30-6:50pm Molebin
7-9pm – Rehearsal (added bonus time)
Friday, June 30:
10am-5pm Rehearsal
Saturday, July 1:
2-4:30pm Rehearsal;
5-7:30pm Hierarchical All Night Vigil
Sunday, July 2:
10am-12:30pm Hierarchical Divine Liturgy;
Celebration Banquet at Church Hall after Liturgy
Read the Q&A with Maestro Gorbik and learn more about this special event => Gorbik Q&A

Terms and Conditions for Application to Singers Master Class (Please read carefully before applying)
By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button the applicant has agreed to the terms and conditions as stated:
Applicants are solely responsible for getting to and from St. Matrona Cathedral for the duration of the event.
Applicants are also responsible for their own travel and lodging for this event including, if applicable, getting to and from local airports and getting to and from their lodging location.
Applicants are responsible for any meals not provided by the event planners.
Cancellation Policy
From registration date thru April 1st, 2017: Full Refund will be issued.
From April 2nd, 2017 thru May 31st, 2017: 50% Refund will be issued.
After June 1st, 2017: NO REFUNDS.

Please print, sign and scan into a file the following forms, as they will be required to be uploaded in the registration process.
Liability release form:
liability-release-form_st-matrona
Event release form:
event-release-form_st-matrona

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Summer Conductors' Master Class at the Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra Representation, Moscow, Russia
2017-07-06 08:00 - 2017-07-12 17:00 (America/New_York) | Holy Trinity – St. Sergius Lavra Podvorie Moscow, Sergiev Posad, Moscow, Oblast, 141300, Russian Federation
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 services. The student will receive a deep professional knowledge of conducting-directing technique, the skills associated with the directing of a church choir at a high level and the opportunity to use the acquired skills in a practical manner. The student-conductor of this Master Class will have a unique opportunity to not only improve their conducting technique in rehearsals with the renowned Male Choir of the Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra Representation but will also be able to direct the choir at several services at the Moscow Podvorie. More details about this program are explained in a Q&A with Maestro Gorbik.
The class will culminate in celebration of the All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy at the great feast of Saints Peter and Paul officiated by His Grace, Bishop Nikolai of Manhattan, followed by a banquet luncheon.
This is a very unique event and will be limited to 8-12 experienced conductor participants. All services will be in Church Slavonic.
Conductor participants will be responsible for arranging their own visa and travel to Russia. PaTRAM can refer participants to their partner visa agent to assist students in visa procurement. It is HIGHLY recommended participants begin the visa procurement process as soon as possible which takes about 3-1/2 weeks to accomplish.
Participants are urged to arrive in Moscow no later than Tuesday, July 5th so as not to miss the start of the event at 8am on Thursday, July 6th. Departures can begin any time after 3pm on July 12th.
The tuition for this exclusive and unique learning event is: $950.
Tuition includes most meals, nearby double-occupancy lodging for the duration of the event and a banquet reception on the final afternoon of the event. Excursions are not included.
Prior to clicking on the “Register For Event” button, below, download the following forms, fill them out, print and sign them and save them as files on your computer. These files are MANDATORY for acceptance to the program and the applicant will be prompted to upload them during the application process.

International release form:
International Medical_Injury_Incident release for Moscow 2017
Event release form:
Event Release form Moscow 2017
Health Questionnaire:
Health Questionnaire

By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button, the registrant agrees to provide signed release forms and questionnaires and understands and agrees that once registration is completed, the tuition is non-refundable.
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Labor Day Conductors' & Singers' Workshop - Holy Trinity Monastery in Jordanville, NY
2017-09-01 09:00 - 2017-09-04 12:00 (America/New_York) | Holy Trinity Monastery, 1407 Robinson Rd, Jordanville, NY, 13361, United States
PaTRAM Institute presents the Annual Labor Day Conductors’ & Singers’ Workshop.
The Labor Day Conductors’ & Singers’ Workshop will be held at Holy Trinity Monastery, in Jordanville, NY from Friday, September 1st thru Monday, September 4th, 2017. Arrival is early morning Friday, September 1st for registration at 9am, and departure starts mid-day on Monday, September 4th.
NEW THIS YEAR! EXPANDED FORMAT TO INCLUDE CONDUCTORS AND SINGERS!

The Annual Labor Day Conductors’ and Singers’ Workshop gives the aspiring church musician-whether just starting out or with moderate musical skills- a chance to grow as a singer or choir conductor!
Strengthen your abilities under the direction of acclaimed conductor and mentor Dr. Peter Jermihov and our esteemed faculty, Fr. Ephraim Willmarth, Laryssa Doohovskoy and Dr. Irina Riazanova.
Conduct and sing parts of a Hierarchical Divine Liturgy at the Holy Trinity Monastery!

Conductors will learn the craft of conducting and acquire manual techniques, musicianship and vocal skills and acquire knowledge of liturgical rubrics & organizational and people skills

Singers will learn the art of choral singing and acquire solid vocal techniques: proper breathing, purity of vowels, good resonance and beauty of tone

PARTICIPANTS OF ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!
HIGHLIGHTS:
*Conduct or sing in the PaTRAM Institute Choir for the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy during the Labor Day Pilgrimage Weekend
*Join us for a special social outing on Sunday
*Enjoy complimentary admission to the Holy Trinity Seminary’s Museum: The Foundation of Russian History

We have arranged a special rate & room block at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Utica
Fairfield Inn & Suites Utica

Group name: PaTRAM Institute Event
Room rate: $115.00 plus tax/night, double or single occupancy. BREAKFAST BUFFET included! Free WIFI! Pool and Fitness Center!
Individuals are responsible for booking their own rooms.
Please book soon! Room block & rate expire on August 17!
The Fairfield Inn is a 30 minute drive from the Holy Trinity Monastery. Please plan accordingly.

71 N Genesee St, Utica, NY 13502, United States 315 798 9600 marriott.com/hotels/travel/ucafi

Terms and Conditions for Application to Labor Day Workshop (Please read carefully before applying)
By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button the applicant has agreed to the terms and conditions as stated:
Applicants are solely responsible for getting to and from the Holy Trinity Monastery and, if applicable, the group hotel for the duration of the event.
Applicants are also responsible for their own travel and lodging for this event including, if applicable, getting to and from local airports and getting to and from their lodging location.
Applicants are responsible for any meals not provided by the event planners.
Cancellation Policy
From registration date thru August 1st, 2017: Full Refund will be issued.
From August 2nd, 2017 thru August 15th, 2017: 25% Refund will be issued.
After August 15th, 2017: NO REFUNDS.
Please print, sign and scan into a file the following forms, as they will be required to be uploaded in the registration process.
Liability release form:
Labor Day 2017 Workshop Liability release form
Event release form:
Labor Day 2017 Workshop – Event Release Form
Health Questionnaire
Health Questionnaire
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St. Alexander Nevsky Feast Day - September 12th, 2017
2017-09-12 09:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, 200 Alexander Avenue, Howell, NJ, 07731, United States
On Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 9:30 am, Hierarchical Divine Liturgy will be officiated by His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion and concelebrated by Eastern American Diocesan vicar Bishop Nicholas of Manhattan, and Bishop Irenej of the Serbian Orthodox Church and local clergy at St. Alexander Nevsky Diocesan Cathedral in Howell, NJ.
The PaTRAM Institute singers Choir, conducted by Maestro Peter Jermihov, will sing this original all-English Liturgy based on the Russian style, commissioned by the PaTRAM Institute and composed by Dr. Kurt Sander,
The Holy Theotokos of Iveron Hawaiian Myrrh-Streaming Icon will also be visiting St. Alexander Nevsky Diocesan Cathedral on the Feast Day! Glory be to God!

The PaTRAM Institute Singers To Perform In the Clarion Choir's Annual Russian New Year's Concerts
2017-12-31 17:00 - 2018-01-01 17:00 (America/New_York) | NJ
The GRAMMY NOMINATED Clarion Choir joins forces with the PaTRAM Institute Singers to continue their tradition of performing Russian sacred choral music on New Year’s Eve and Day!
You are cordially invited!

Choral masterpieces will be performed under the batons of Artistic Director Maestro Steven Fox of the Clarion Choir and Artistic Director Maestro Peter Jermihov of the PaTRAM Institute Singers.
The evening’s program will consist of Russian sacred music by such composer greats as Rachmaninoff, Sviridov, Chesnokov, Ledkovsky and Sander and include an extraordinary work by Rachmaninoff’s mentor, ALEXANDER KASTALSKY, Memory Eternal.
The venue for the concerts is the beautiful Church of the Resurrection on Manhattan’s upper East Side.
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WHEN
Sunday, 31 December 2017 ~ 5PM
Monday, 1 January 2018 ~ 5PM
WHERE
Church of the Resurrection
119 East 74th Street, New York City
TICKETS
General ~ $35
Orchestra ~ $50
Orchestra Prime ~ $75
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DON’T MISS IT! Get tickets here.

PaTRAM Institute Summer ACADEMY for Conductors and Singers - June 21-24 2018
2018-06-21 07:00 - 2018-06-24 15:00 (America/New_York) | Princeton Theological Seminary, 64 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ, 08542, United States
Conductors and Singers!
New Condensed Academy Program!
New Dates!
After careful consideration PaTRAM is restructuring the Summer Academy into a more condensed and focused program. Our students will receive the BEST instruction from the finest faculty with significant savings on expenses for accommodations and tuition.
The PaTRAM Institute Summer Academy will be held at the Princeton Theological Seminary in beautiful Princeton, NJ. This very unique event will accommodate all levels of church musician and will be taught by some of the finest instructors in the world.
Beginner-Intermediate Conductors Program ~ June 21-24
Advanced Conductors Master Class ~ June 21-24
Singers Workshop (all levels) ~ June 21-24
The Academy will culminate in the celebration of the All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy at St. Alexander Nevsky Diocesan Cathedral in nearby Howell, NJ.
Uniting Musical Excellence with Orthodox Worship!
Dr. Peter Jermihov, Artistic Director, along with a stellar faculty will provide intensive training for the advanced and aspiring church musician in the following disciplines:

ADVANCED CONDUCTORS *** BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE CONDUCTORS*ALL CONDUCTOR-STUDENTS will arrive on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 early morning (exact time will be announced), for Registration.
Classes begin Thursday morning, June 21.
A PROFESSIONAL CHOIR will serve as the practice instrument for the Conductor-Students!

VOCAL TECHNIQUE for SINGERS (All levels)
*ALL SINGER-STUDENTS will arrive on THURSDAY, JUNE 21 early morning (exact time will be announced), for Registration.
Classes begin Thursday morning, June 21.
Singers will advance their vocal technique and health and expand their repertoire.

MUSICIANSHIP FOR CONDUCTORS & SINGERS
Training throughout the Academy

*The venue for the Academy is the Princeton Theological Seminary of Princeton University, one of America’s most beautiful campuses.
*Explore charming Downtown Princeton, just a few minutes by foot from the Academy venue.
*Relax after class and enjoy activities, outings and a fun social event in the evenings.
Tuition:
Advanced Conductor: $650 * Beginner-Intermediate Conductor: $425 * Singer: $245 * Auditor: $95 for duration of the Academy or $50 per day
*Lunch is provided

Please note: Memorial and Labor Day Weekend Workshops will not be offered in 2018

Introducing the PaTRAM Summer Academy faculty
Maestro Dr. Peter Jermihov, Artistic Director
PaTRAM Institute Singers, Artistic Director; St. Romanos Cappella, Founder & Artistic Director; St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, Choir Director; Triton College Faculty
Tamara Adamov Petijevic, Special Guest from Serbia, Master Conductor & Teacher
St. Stephen of Dechani Choir, Music Director; Isidor Bajic Music School, Director of Mixed & Women’s Choirs; Vocal-Instrumental Studio Orfelin, Artistic Director

Dr. Nicholas Reeves
Adelphi University Faculty, PaTRAM Institute Faculty
Benedict Sheehan
Saint Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary & Monastery, Director of Music; Chamber Choir of St. Tikhon’s Monastery, Artistic Director; Clarion Choir, Associate Conductor
Irina Riazanova
Lincolnwood, IL School District #74, Music Teacher; St Andrew Greek Orthodox Church , Chicago, Organist

Steven Fox
Clarion Orchestra & Clarion Choir, NYC, Artistic Director; Cathedral Choral Society of Washington, DC, Music Director; Musica Antiqua St. Petersburg, Founder
Laryssa Doohovskoy
PaTRAM Institute Faculty; St. Xenia Orthodox Church, Methuen, MA, Music Director; Middlesex School, Concord, MA, Music Teacher
Talia Maria Sheehan
Private Teacher of Voice, Conducting and Music Theory

Logistics update:
PaTRAM has negotiated a special room rate for anyone interested in lodging for this event. The Holiday Inn Express, Princeton-Southeast, located at 870 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ (609) 936-6600, under group name “PaTRAM Institute Summer Academy“, at a daily rate of $99 + tax, Wednesday thru Thursday, and $129 + tax, Friday and Saturday, including daily breakfast. That’s an average, per night price of $114! Free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, fitness center, walking trails and nearby shops, banks and restaurants.
Rooms are being held at this rate until May18th, 2018. Availability is limited. You must contact the hotel directly via the aforementioned phone number. Do not use the Holiday Inn global reservations number.
The hotel is 10 minutes drive from Princeton Theological Seminary.

All participants are responsible for their own transportation but there will be limited transportation from the hotel to the Princeton Theological Seminary (PTS). Please send an email to: info@patraminstitute.org to inquire.

The following meals will be provided to the following paid participants:
.at PTS – Daily lunch for all Conductor and Singer level students
.at St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – banquet lunch after Sunday services for all paid participants

Terms and Conditions for Application (please read them carefully before applying)
By clicking on the “REGISTER FOR EVENT” button the applicant has agreed to the terms and conditions as stated:
For Advanced Conductor applicants ONLY – you are required to send your resume, and any optional supplemental data, for approval via email (provided on the form) to Dr. Peter Jermihov. A minimum payment of $100 must be made at the time of the application which must be submitted by May 25th, 2018. The applicant will be notified if they are accepted shortly thereafter. Fully-paid cancellations can only be accepted until June 1st, 2018 and will be charged a $100 processing fee. After June 1st, the application is non-refundable. Note: a full refund is given if the application is declined.
For All other applicants (excluding per day Auditors) –
Payment is required to complete an application including all required documentation and file uploads. The application deadline for processing this application is June 13th 2018. Cancellations can be only be accepted until June 13th 2018 and will be charged a processing fee of $50. After June 13th, the tuition is non-refundable. Meals are NOT provided to Auditors.
For per day Auditors –
Please call Tatiana Geringer, at 973-476-0762, at least 48 hours PRIOR to the date when you wish to attend to reserve a place for that day. Should you choose to attend on subsequent days, please let Tatiana know on your first attending day. Payment must be made on-site prior to attendance. Meals are NOT included.
For ALL applicants (except per day Auditors) –
You must complete and sign the attached forms, below, PRIOR to entering the registration application as they will be mandatory file attachments required in the form.
Liability release form:
liability-release-form
Event release form:
summer-academy-2018-event-release-form

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PaTRAM Institute Singers' Summer ACADEMY - June 27-30 2019
2019-06-27 08:00 - 2019-06-30 15:00 (America/New_York) | St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, 200 Alexander Avenue, Howell, NJ, 07731, United States
Mixed Choir & Male Singers Programs!
Big CHANGES to allow for GREATER FOCUS!

Announcement
Conductor Masterclass and Singer Programs are now separate!
In order to provide greater focus and attention to the various tracks in our program and to add a composer track, we have decided to separate the Conductor/Composer and Singer components into two venues meeting on different weekends.
In partnership with Dr. Peter Jermihov, an Orthodox Masterclass for Composers and Choir Directors will be held in Chicago, June 20th thru 23rd under the auspices of the Society of Saint Romanos the Melodist.
The PaTRAM Singers’ Summer Academy will now be held June 27th-30th at St. Alexander Nevsky in Howell, NJ. The Academy will offer both a Singers’ Program and a Male Choir Program.
The Male Choir will be conducted by Maestro Vladimir Gorbik while Maestro Benedict Sheehan will conduct the Mixed Choir.
Maestro Gorbik, choirmaster of the Holy Trinity-St. Sergius Lavra Podvorie in Moscow, has held several master classes with the Male Choir at St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. As a result, the male students will also benefit from singing alongside this more experienced and rapidly developing choir.
The Mixed Choir will be in good hands under Maestro Sheehan who has many years of experience conducting at St. Tikhon’s Monastery. Our Academy repertoire will also include hymns from his newly-composed Divine Liturgy (commissioned by PaTRAM).
Laryssa Doohovskoy will lead our outstanding Mixed Singers’ Program faculty comprised of Richard Barrett and Maria Sheehan.
Additionally, Dr. Nicholas Reeves will support both choirs with Musicianship Classes!
Registration is now open for the Conductor/Composer Masterclass.
Registration is Now Open for the PaTRAM Singers’ Summer Academy.

PaTRAM Singers’ Summer Academy 2019
I am very happy to announce PaTRAM’s second Summer Academy. This year we will have two programs, all focusing on prayerful singing: Mixed Choir Singers as well as a Male Choir component. As you will see below we have assembled a stellar faculty! I invite you to join us for an intensive, rewarding music program.
Katya Lukianov, Executive Director

Uniting Musical Excellence with Orthodox Worship!

HOLY RESURRECTION SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, CHICAGO, IL

PaTRAM has joined forces with the Society of St. Romanos to present an Orthodox Music Master Class in Chicago in June 2019. Directed by Dr.Peter Jermihov, the Master Class has a unique Pan-Orthodox orientation, combining the study of conducting technique together with composition. The workshop setting is designed to coalesce trained Orthodox musicians into a forum where they can interact in a creative and meaningful way and grow their craft. We have a stellar international faculty-Dr. Tamara Petijevic, Dr. Irina Riazanova, Dr. Kurt Sander, Dr. Matthew Arndt– and a unique curriculum which includes Dalcroze Eurythmics and pre-event composition and musicianship coaching and training. The culminatory Divine Services will be celebrated with newly composed hymns by the Master Class participants and sung by a professional choir. The event combines Orthodox tradition with innovation and is uniquely designed for the challenges of the Orthodox music in America.

ST. ALEXANDER NEVSKY DIOCESAN CATHEDRAL, HOWELL, NJ

PROGRAM for MALE CHOIR
Dynamics of Prayerful Singing
Vladimir Gorbik, Director of the Male Choir Program, will provide intensive training in male choir singing, in Slavonic. Singers will work on best practices for singing in an Orthodox choir, learning proper Slavonic diction, good intonation, chain breathing and liturgical dynamics for prayerful singing as practiced at the Holy Trinity St. Sergius Lavra.
Highlights:

Extensive work together as a choir
Individual attention as needed
Opportunity to sing at the Hierarchical Divine Services

VOCAL TECHNIQUE for SINGERS (All levels)
Laryssa Doohovskoy, Director of the Vocal Program, along with Richard Barrett and Talia Maria Sheehan, will provide instruction in choral singing. Participants will advance their vocal technique and health with proper breathing, diction, good resonance, beauty of tone and expansion of their repertoire.
Highlights:

Individual attention and group lessons
Expert knowledge of vocal mechanism
Opportunity to sing at Hierarchical Divine Services

MUSICIANSHIP FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
Dr. Nicholas Reeves will work with all participants in a tailored manner to suit their development as musicians in their respective areas.

Stay tuned for news about a SPECIAL OUTING for Academy participants and hotel accommodations.

Please note: Memorial and Labor Day Weekend Workshops will not be offered in 2019

Maestro Vladimir Gorbik
Director of the Male Choir Program
Dr. Nicholas Reeves
Adelphi University Faculty, PaTRAM Institute Faculty
Benedict Sheehan
Saint Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary & Monastery, Director of Music; Chamber Choir of St. Tikhon’s Monastery, Artistic Director; Clarion Choir, Associate Conductor

Richard Barrett
Executive Director of AGES Initiatives, Artistic Director St. John of Damascus Society, Cantor and Choir Director at Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church in Somerville, MA
Laryssa Doohovskoy
PaTRAM Institute Faculty; St. Xenia Orthodox Church, Methuen, MA, Music Director; Middlesex School, Concord, MA, Music Teacher
Talia Maria Sheehan
Private Teacher of Voice, Conducting and Music Theory

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2019 Saratov Recording Project
2019-08-20 - 2019-08-26 | NJ
Fresh off their GRAMMY nomination for their CD, Teach Me Thy Statutes, and their newly released CD, The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, the PaTRAM Institute will record their next CD in Saratov, Russia, this summer. The new CD, entitled More Honorable Than the Cherubim, is a compendium of hymns to the Theotokos by various composers, which will be sung by a fifty-six-member male choir. The singers hail from Russia, Serbia, North America, and Australia. GRAMMY-nominated Maestro Vladimir Gorbik will conduct the choir, which will include an unprecedented ten octavists, with baritone Michail Davydov as the featured soloist. On August 22nd, 2019, the choir will perform their repertoire in concert at the Saratov Conservatory.
The PaTRAM Institute Male Choir will be in Saratov for rehearsals and the recording of the new CD from August 20th-26th, 2019. The CD will be recorded at St. Nicholas Monastery by multi-GRAMMY Award-winning production company Sound Mirror. Sound Mirror has received more than one hundred GRAMMY Awards and nominations for their body of work. PaTRAM is thrilled to be working with them again to create a professional quality CD that brings the beauty of Russian choral music to a Western audience. Reference Recordings, a multi-GRAMMY Award-winning record label based in San Francisco, will print and distribute the completed CD.
With the special permission and blessing of Metropolitan Hilarion, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia, the Kursk Root Icon of the Mother of God, considered by the Orthodox Church to be wonderworking, will also be traveling with the choir, accompanied by Bishop Nicholas of Manhattan. The icon will be in Saratov, Russia, from August 20th-28th, 2019, including during services for the feast of the Dormition. On the evening of August 20th, the PaTRAM Institute Male Choir will be singing near Holy Protection Cathedral to greet the icon as it arrives in Saratov.
PaTRAM will hold a press conference regarding this special project on Thursday, August 22nd, at the Saratov Conservatory at 5pm before the concert, and include a question and answer period with Alex Lukianov, co-founder and CEO of PaTRAM, and Maestro Vladimir Gorbik and Katya Lukianov, co-founders of PaTRAM.

Click here to view our press kit for the 2019 Saratov recording project
Чтобы посмотреть наш пресс-комплект Саратовского проекта звукозаписи 2019 года, нажмите здесь

PaTRAM Master Class for Male Choir to Be Held Oct 21-23 at Holy Trinity Monastery
2019-10-21 09:00 - 2019-10-23 17:00 (America/New_York) | Holy Trinity Monastery, 1407 Robinson Rd, Jordanville, NY, 13361, United States
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 orthodox males and culminates in singing the Hierarchical Vigil and Liturgy officiated by His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion and His Grace Bishop Luka.
Course participation is FREE through a scholarship grant by PaTRAM Institute and meals are provided by HTM. Participants are responsible for lodging and transportation.
Space is limited! Please email info@patraminstitute.org for more information!

Schedule of Events

Monday October 21st
9am Registration
10-12pm First Rehearsal in the Seminary Hall
12-12:30 Lunch in the Monastery Refectory
12:30-2pm Free Period
2-4pm Rehearsal
4-6:30pm Vespers and Matins
7pm Dinner in the Monastery Refectory

Tuesday October 22nd
6am: Liturgy (optional)
7am: Breakfast in the Monastery Refectory
9am: Greeting and Moleben
10am: Lecture for Seminarians, Private Lessons with Maestro Vladimir Gorbik for Out-of-Town Singers
12pm: Lunch in the Monastery Refectory
12:30-1:30pm: Rehearsal in the Seminary Hall
1:30-3:30pm: Round Table for Seminarians, Free Period for Out-of-Town Singers
4-6pm: Rehearsal in the Seminary Hall
6pm: Dinner in the Monastery Refectory
7pm: Vigil

Wednesday October 23rd
9am Liturgy, Followed by Lunch in the Monastery Refectory

CANCELLED PaTRAM Institute™ Master Class for Male Choir to Be Held March 23rd-25th
2020-03-23 - 2020-03-25 | St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, 200 Alexander Avenue, Howell, NJ, 07731, United States
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 to the 100th Anniversary of ROCOR March 23-25, 2020 at the St. Alexander Nevsky Diocesan Cathedral in Howell, NJ.
Learn, sing and receive divine inspiration in the presence of two miraculous icons, the 700-year-old Wonderworking Kursk Root Mother of God of the Sign icon and the Mother of God “Softener of Evil Hearts” myrrh-streaming icon from Moscow.
Participation in the Male Choir Programs is FREE
Some meals are provided.
Lodging is not provided.
The Male Choir will sing the Great Compline and the panikhida to all reposed First Hierarchs, Bishops, clergy and faithful of ROCOR as well as Lenten Matins and the Hierarchal Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts. We are expecting His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion, His Eminence Metropolitan Jonah, His Eminence Archbishop Peter, His Grace Bishop Nicholas, His Grace Bishop Luke and newly consecrated Bishop James to con-celebrate the Divine Services together with the clergy of the Eastern American Diocese.
*SPACE IS LIMITED*
All inquiries should be addressed to
info@patraminstitute.org

CANCELLED-PaTRAM Institute Summer Academy™ - June 25-28, 2020
2020-06-25 08:00 - 2020-06-28 15:00 (America/New_York) | St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, 200 Alexander Avenue, Howell, NJ, 07731, United States
The PaTRAM Institute Conductors’ and Singers’ Summer Academy – June 25-28, 2020

Update on the 2020 Summer Academy
PaTRAM Institute has made the decision to cancel our Conductors’ and Singers’ Summer Academy, scheduled for June 25-28, 2020. It has become clear that it will not be possible or safe to gather together at this time. We remain hopeful that the global pandemic will pass, and we will again be able to invite the Orthodox community to join together to learn and sing to the Glory of God.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our participants.
Meanwhile, we wish you and your loved ones good health and all of God’s blessings.
Stay safe!
Tatiana Geringer
CEO, PaTRAM Institute

Accommodations Update – See special instructions below
Don’t Miss Our Friends & Family Pascha Special, too!
PaTRAM Institute™ is delighted to announce the dates of our annual Summer Academy: Thursday, June 25 – Sunday, June 28! In 2020 we will be offering 3 fully immersive and rewarding music programs for:

CONDUCTORS
MIXED CHOIR SINGERS
MALE CHOIR SINGERS

We have assembled a distinguished faculty to guide our participants in practical applications of both conducting and beautiful prayerful singing for Orthodox worship. Learn from the very best in the field of sacred music, including Grammy nominated Maestro Vladimir Gorbik and composer & conductor Benedict Sheehan, and bring your new knowledge and skills back to your home parish.
The PaTRAM Conductors’ and Singers’ Summer Academy will be held at St. Alexander Nevsky Diocesan Cathedral in Howell, NJ.

Participants of the Academy will have an opportunity to participate in the Hierarchical All-Night Vigil and Divine Liturgy by either singing or conducting, depending on the track they select.
Lunches, a very special outing and closing banquet are included.
Tuition is as follows:
Mixed or Male Choir Singer Program: $195
Beginner Conductor Program: $245
Intermediate/Advanced Conductor Program: $475
Auditor: $75 for the duration of the Academy or $25/day
(For Auditors: materials, lunches, outing and banquet are not included)

Summer Academy Hotel Accommodations – Special for PaTRAM
Comfort Inn, 2215 Route 37 East, Tom’s River, NJ – 732-929-2900
Room block & rate expires May 22nd! LIMITED AVAILABILITY!
We have arranged a VERY special rate & room block at the Comfort Inn!
GROUP RATE NAME: PaTRAM Institute
Room rates: $99/night Wednesday-Thursday and $179/night Friday-Sunday, double-queen or single-king occupancy. Participants should call the hotel directly and mention PaTRAM Institute.
This is a GREAT rate!
*Individuals are responsible for booking their own rooms.
We strongly suggest arriving Wednesday, June 24! Classes start early morning Thursday, June 25.
Free hot breakfast! Free Wi-Fi! Indoor pool! Restaurants, shops, pharmacy and other conveniences are very close by.
The Comfort Inn is about a 25-min drive to St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Car-pooling available upon request.

Friends & Family Pascha Special
Register with a friend and BOTH students will receive their choice of one of our Grammy Nominated CDs:
Teach Me Thy Statutes
The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom
Our Pascha gift to you!
Limited time offer expires May 10! Act fast!

* Note: to take advantage of the offer enter the name of the other student, with whom you’re joining, in the “Additional…Comments” text area on the registration form and you’ll both receive your selected CDs during the event registration process.

PaTRAM Summer Academy 2020
“I am very pleased to announce PaTRAM’s third Summer Academy. This year we will have 3 exciting programs:
1) The Conductors’ Program, which will include an opportunity to conduct both a mixed and male choir:
2) The Mixed Choir Singers’ Program;
3) The Male Choir Singers’ Program
Once again, we have put together a talented faculty, whose members are eager to share their knowledge with you! Last year attendees were very happy with how much they learned during the Academy. I invite you to come join us for this immersive and rewarding music program for Orthodox conductors and choristers.”
Katya Lukianov, Executive Director
Katya Lukianov is a 2019 & 2020 MULTI-GRAMMY NOMINATED Executive Producer for “Teach Me Thy Statutes” and “The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom”; and Associate Producer of “Memory Eternal,” all in the category of Best Choral Performance, Classical.

Uniting Musical Excellence with Orthodox Worship!

PROGRAM for CONDUCTORS
Conductors will learn to hone their craft of conducting and improve their manual techniques by obtaining one-on-one instruction from two Maestros.
–Maestro Benedict Sheehan will lead the Mixed Choir Conductor portion in English as practiced at St. Tikhon’s Monastery and at American parishes.
–Maestro Vladimir Gorbik will lead the Male Choir Conductor component in Slavonic singing, in addition to instructing Male Choir singers in chain breathing and other techniques as practiced at the Holy Trinity St. Sergius Lavra.
Proper diction and best practices for singing in an Orthodox choir will be covered, as well as liturgical dynamics for more prayerful singing. Additionally, Musicianship and vocal skills will be advanced.
Participants will conduct portions of the Hierarchical services with the mixed choir in English as well as the male choir in Slavonic.
Highlights:

Intensive training for advanced and aspiring conductors
Individual attention as needed
Hands on practice conducting the mixed and male choir
Introduction to score preparation
Opportunity to conduct at the Hierarchical Divine services

PROGRAM for SINGERS (All levels, Mixed and Male Choirs)
Laryssa Doohovskoy, Director of the Vocal Program, and Talia Maria Sheehan will provide instruction in choral singing. Participants will advance their vocal technique and health with proper breathing, diction, good resonance and beauty of tone, while expanding their repertoire.
Highlights:

Expert knowledge of vocal mechanism
Extensive work together as a choir with Maestros and Conductors
Improvement of techniques for choral singing
Opportunity to sing at the Hierarchical Divine services

MUSICIANSHIP FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
Dr. Nicholas Reeves will work with all participants to help develop deeper musicianship skills which are critical to improving as a singer or a conductor.
Highlights:

Work on note reading skills
Develop a better understanding of rhythm and how it applies to choral singing
Explore score preparation (for conductors)

Stay tuned for news about a SPECIAL OUTING for Academy participants and hotel accommodations.

Maestro Vladimir Gorbik
Director of the Male Choir Program

Benedict Sheehan
Saint Tikhon’s Seminary & Monastery, Director of Music; The St. Tikhon’s Choir, Artistic Director; Artefact Institute CEO and Co-Founder

Dr. Nicholas Reeves
Adelphi University Faculty, PaTRAM Institute Faculty

Laryssa Doohovskoy
PaTRAM Institute Faculty; St. Xenia Orthodox Church, Methuen, MA, Music Director; Middlesex School, Concord, MA, Music Teacher

Talia Maria Sheehan
Private Teacher of Voice, Conducting and Music Theory

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