EXPLORING THE ORIENT: Syriac & Armenian Liturgical Chant
May 1 and 2, 2026
The public is welcome to join master practitioners from the ancient Syriac and Armenian traditions this May at St. Vladimir’s and St. Nersess Seminaries, as we explore commonalities and differences in Eastern and Oriental Orthodox approaches to sung worship.
Workshops and discussions will take place both in-person and by ZOOM on Friday, May 1, at St. Vladimir’s Seminary in Yonkers, NY, and Saturday, May 2, at St. Nersess Armenian Seminary in Armonk, NY. Dr. Gabriel Aydin and Dr. Haig Utidjian will present, respectively, on “Syriac Liturgical Chant: History, Theology, and Tonal Tradition” and “Armenian Liturgical Chant: History and Theology.”
A full schedule and REGISTRATION CAN BE FOUND HERE.
The sessions are free and open to the public. Direct link to St. Nersess Zoom Click Here.
