Synodal School of Liturgical Music

Synodal School of Liturgical Music The Synodal School of Liturgical Music was established with the blessing of Metropolitan Laurus. Instruction is given in Russian and English.

The full course of study consists of three summer sessions, at the end of which the graduates will be certified as church choir directors and/or readers. The Summer School of Liturgical Music was established with the blessing of Metropolitan Laurus. Academic credit is given after successful completion of the third summer. A non-certification track is offered to those seeking enrichment in the area

of Russian Orthodox Music, who do not intend to become church readers or choir directors. The course load, full or partial, may be agreed upon in consultation with the school administration. While knowledge of Russian is helpful, it is not essential for study.

02/07/2026

We are EXCITED to announce that the 33rd Annual ROCM Conference is headed to Chicago! More details coming soon.

Classes will run from July 13 to July 25, 2026 at Holy Dormition Convent (Novo Diveevo) in Nanuet, NY. Register today!
01/02/2026

Classes will run from July 13 to July 25, 2026 at Holy Dormition Convent (Novo Diveevo) in Nanuet, NY. Register today!

July 13–26, Nanuet, New York. Register Today!

08/13/2025

This year the school graduated five students: Alexey Campbell, Elizabeth Campbell, Thomas Venkatesh, and Alison Sailor were awarded certificates as Conductors/Precentors and Olga Filatova as Precentor.

With the blessing of Metropolitan Nicholas, the Synodal School of Liturgical Music in the memory of Metropolitan Laurus ...
07/16/2025

With the blessing of Metropolitan Nicholas, the Synodal School of Liturgical Music in the memory of Metropolitan Laurus has opened its 35th year.

Students from all over the country and across the pond are currently at Novo Diveyevo Convent working on the unique, prayerful and beautiful Russian Orthodox Chant. Students will be studying Church Slavonic for both English and Russian speakers, Church Music History, Liturgical Performance Practice, Music Theory and Musicianship, Choral Methods, Choir Conducting, Voice, and Typicon.

Second and third year students prepare and chant several services throughout the two weeks under the supervision of the faculty. This school gives adults an opportunity to work on their skills as well as being in the presence of other Orthodox people for two weeks. Please see the https://synodalschool.com website for schedule updates throughout these two weeks.

Vocal recital by John Arlievsky with Wine & Cheese Reception Overlooking the Water.All proceeds to benefit the Synodal S...
04/03/2025

Vocal recital by John Arlievsky with Wine & Cheese Reception Overlooking the Water.

All proceeds to benefit the Synodal School of Liturgical Music.

May 11, 2025 • Sea Cliff, New York

The 35th session of the Synodal School of Liturgical Music is scheduled for July 13 to 26 at Holy Dormition Convent “Nov...
02/03/2025

The 35th session of the Synodal School of Liturgical Music is scheduled for July 13 to 26 at Holy Dormition Convent “Novo-Diveevo” in Nanuet, New York. The coming session promises an immersion in courses in Typicon, choir conducting, voice, Church Slavonic, church music history, liturgical performance practice, music theory, and sight-singing. Register today!

July 13–26, Nanuet, New York. Register Today!

Let My Prayer Arise: Orthodox Chant in the ROCOR Tradition – a two-day workshop for church singers.
01/31/2025

Let My Prayer Arise: Orthodox Chant in the ROCOR Tradition – a two-day workshop for church singers.

Feb. 28 - Mar. 1 at Paideia Classical Academy, Coconut Creek FL

The 35th session of the Synodal School of Liturgical Music is scheduled for July 13 to 26 at Holy Dormition Convent “Nov...
01/15/2025

The 35th session of the Synodal School of Liturgical Music is scheduled for July 13 to 26 at Holy Dormition Convent “Novo-Diveevo” in Nanuet, New York. The coming session promises an immersion in courses in Typicon, choir conducting, voice, Church Slavonic, church music history, liturgical performance practice, music theory, and sight-singing. Register today!

Session is scheduled for July 13 to 26, 2025.

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The Synodal School of Liturgical Music at Holy Trinity Monastery was established with the blessing of the Rector of the Seminary, Metropolitan Laurus (+). The full course of study consists of three summer sessions, at the end of which the graduates will be certified as church choir directors or singers. An individualized study program is offered to those seeking enrichment in the area of Russian Orthodox Music but who do not wish to commit to the full course of study. Some online courses are available during the year between sessions. Instruction is given in Russian and English. While knowledge of Russian is helpful, it is not essential for study.