01ἀμήν
Begin
Byzantine Chant
Learn the eight modes, notation and the living tradition of Orthodox psalmody.
Build your foundation
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40 ΧΡΟΝΙΑ1986 - 2026ΠΡΟΣΦΟΡΑΣ ΣΤΗΝ ΕΛΛΗΝΟΡΘΟΔΟΞΗΠΑΡΟΙΚΙΑ ΤΗΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΗΣ ΒΡΕΤΑΝΙΑΣ
Celebrating 40 Yearsof Byzantine Music1986 - 2026
Learn more about our journeyPreserving and teaching the sacred tradition
Byzantine Music
Faithfully passing on the sacred art of Byzantine chant in London since 1986. Our new website is coming soon and student enrolment is now open.
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Welcome
Music rooted in faith, taught for a new generation
Our school is dedicated to teaching Byzantine music with clarity, care and respect for its centuries-old ecclesiastical tradition. Students of every level are welcomed into a supportive place of learning.
01 Authentic tradition02 Expert guidance03 All levels welcome
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Meeting the Saints
The daily podcast of Fr. Joseph Paliouras
Join us daily from 1 September 2026 for a short account of the Saints of the day, together with the Apolytikion hymn.
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17/9 Αγίας Σοφίας και των 3 θυγατέρων αυτής Πίστεως, Ελπίδος και Αγάπης
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Your learning journey
Three steps into the tradition
Begin with the foundations, understand the musical language, then bring everything together through guided practice.
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Understand
Theory & Notation
Build a confident foundation in Byzantine musical signs, rhythm and interpretation.
Read with confidence
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Practise
Choir & Practice
Develop your voice through guided practice, ensemble singing and liturgical repertoire.
Sing with purpose
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Meet our teachers
Dedicated teachers passing on the theory, practice and spiritual heritage of Byzantine music.
Fr Joseph Paliouras
Byzantine Music Headteacher
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Byzantine Music Teacher
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Panayiotis Procopiou
Byzantine Music Teacher
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Alexandros Procopiou
Byzantine Music Teacher
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Dimitris Salapatas
Byzantine Music Teacher
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Athanasios Charalampopoulos
Byzantine Music Teacher
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Ioannis Georgopoulos
Byzantine Music Teacher
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Byzantine Music Teacher
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Latest News & Events
Read the latest announcements and discover forthcoming events from the School of Byzantine Music.
BLESSING CEREMONY FOR THE NEW ACADEMIC YEAR
Blessing Ceremony for the New Academic year 2026 -2027
To my dear Teachers, Students, Parents and Friends of the School of BM. With great joy and pleasure, I cordially invite you…
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Ορχήστρα Παραδοσιακή, Ρεμπέτικης και Λαϊκής Μουσικής της Αρχιεπισκοπής Θυατείρων
Ξεκινάμε, μαθηματα παραδοσιακών και λαϊκων οργάνων με τον καθηγητή μουσικών οργάνων Ανδρέα Μπεσίρη. Τμήματα για παιδιά, εφήβους και ενήλικες Διδάσκονται Μπουζούκι Βιολί…
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Start of Classes 2026-2027
Registrations for the School of Byzantine Music begin on Monday, 7 September 2026. Classes are available for young people and adults.
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Learning beyond the classroom
Byzantine Psalmist
Continue your studies wherever you are with a dedicated learning companion for Byzantine chant. Explore notation lessons, audio examples, recordings and interactive practice at your own pace.
- ✓ Byzantine notation lessons
- ✓ Audio examples and recordings
- ✓ Interactive exercises
- ✓ Theory, scales and guided practice
Student enrolment
Begin your journey
Register your interest and we will contact you with course details, schedules and the next available start date.
- ✓ Beginner to advanced levels
- ✓ Individual and group learning
- ✓ Online and in-person options