The first Australian Byzantine Music School opens in Melbourne

The newly established Byzantine Music School of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese in Australia officially opens on February 24, 2020 in Melbourne and will gradually expand to other Australian cities.

Σχολή Βυζαντινής Μουσικής Αυστραλίας Source: Supplied

The purpose of the first ever Byzantine Music School  in Australia is to teach and preserve the beauty and traditions of Greek Orthodox Church Music - also known as Byzantine music or chanting. The initiative belongs to Honorable Greek Orthodox Archbishop of Australia, Makarios, and is headed by Vaios Anastassopoulos.

Makarios Greek Orthodox Archbishop of Australia Source: Supplied

Students over the age of 16, both men and women, can attend the school. The first year classes will be for beginners and will take place at two locations in Melbourne. Every Monday afternoon at St John's College in Preston and every Tuesday afternoon at Oakleigh Grammar.

Σχολή Βυζαντινής Μουσικής Αυστραλίας Source: Supplied

Enrolments are now open, for more information, email at [e-mail] 

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