Techniques for Orthodox Worship

Benedict Sheehan, instructor

This workshop will begin with a presentation of a fundamental gestural vocabulary, followed by coaching in applying those conducting gestures to the selected workshop repertoire. Participants will then receive individual coaching in both conducting and rehearsal technique, learning to avoid common ensemble issues like going flat and dragging.

For coaching sessions, participants will choose from five provided hymns that represent a range of musical styles present in common contemporary Orthodox liturgical practice. Eg. a litany, sticheron, typical antiphon, cherubic hymn, and prokimenon. Students will be able to conduct a small group of members of the GRAMMY®-nominated Saint Tikhon Choir during coaching sessions. The workshop will conclude with an open Q&A and discussion on current church choir conducting issues with St. Tikhon’s music faculty and professional singers.

First session begins Friday at 7:00pm. Final session concludes Sunday at 3:00pm. Saturday & Sunday mid-day meals included. Lodging is not included for this particular weekend. We strongly recommended finding lodging at Hotel Anthracite, in Carbondale, Pa.

from $75.00

https://sttikhonsmusicprogram.com/weekends/church-conducting-retreat-22