Young Aspiring Chanters Conference
A three-day national gathering of young chanters and master instructors hosted at Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church, Boca Raton, Florida.
To unite, educate, and inspire the next generation of Pan-Orthodox chanters through fellowship, instruction, and sacred music — preserving the Byzantine chant tradition for years to come.
A weekend of learning, worship, and recording
Friday arrivals and fellowship, Saturday intensive training and recording, Sunday Liturgy and commissioning.
- Arrival and registration at Saint Mark's
- Welcome reception with light food and introductions
- Evening social at Topgolf Boca Raton (sponsored outing)
- Full-day chant workshops led by master chanters (e.g., Fr. Chrysostomos, Eikona)
- Catered lunch at the church prepared by volunteers
- Afternoon rehearsals and recording sessions
- Evening sponsor banquet and showcase performance
- Divine Liturgy with master chanters and students at the chant stands
- Final group photo, closing remarks, farewell coffee hour
- Departures
Renowned mentors
Invited instructors include exemplary master chanters; roster subject to change as we confirm availability.
Samuel Herron – Master chanter and instructor
Record & Release a Chant Album
The weekend concludes with a professionally recorded chant album that serves as a spiritual artifact and recurring fundraising tool for future YAC programs.
Participants rehearse and record together, guided by master instructors to ensure reverence and excellence.
Scholarships & Accessibility
We aim to provide scholarships so no serious chanter is turned away for financial reasons. Sponsor support directly funds travel, lodging offsets, and tuition assistance.
Experience the YAC Conference
Register your interest, become a sponsor, or invite a young chanter from your parish.