The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Music Ministry invites clergy, chanters, choir members, and all those interested in Orthodox liturgical music to participate in a two-day Liturgical Music Workshop, December 11 – 12, 2026, at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Seattle, Washington.
Inspired by the words of Psalm 150, “Let everything that breathes praise the Lord,” the workshop will focus on liturgics and foundational knowledge of sacred music within the Byzantine tradition. Participants will explore the rich musical heritage of the Orthodox Church and deepen their appreciation for the essential role of music in worship.
The workshop will be led by Christopher Hondros, Metropolis Music Ministry Coordinator, who will guide participants in understanding the relationship between liturgical music, prayer, and the spiritual life of the Church.
This educational opportunity reflects the ongoing commitment of the Metropolis Music Ministry to nurturing sacred music, strengthening liturgical participation, and encouraging the faithful to offer their voices in praise of God.
The workshop will be held at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 2100 Boyer Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98112. Registration is $75 for adults and $35 for participants under 18. Registration is available here.
For additional information, please contact Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church at (206) 631-2500 or info@saintdemetrios.com.
Presenter
Christopher Hondros
Christopher Hondros serves currently as the Ministry Coordinator for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Music Ministry and as a chanter at Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church in Castro Valley. From 2019-2022, he served as the Music Ministry's Church Music Development team lead, where he helped develop resources and videos to help parishes with their music programs. In 2018, Christopher sang with Yphos Byzantine Schola, under the direction of John Michael Boyer at the International Society for Orthodox Church Music Symposium and in 2022, earned a Certificate in Byzantine Music from Hellenic College Holy Cross School of Theology. He also has been a judge for multiple years at the Folk Dance Festival. Christopher holds a B.S. in Chemistry, with Biochemistry Emphasis, an M.S. in Physical Chemistry, teaching credentials for the state of California, in the process of earning a Master of Theological Studies from HCHC, and works in secondary education as a teacher and STEAM Coordinator, developing curriculum integrating various arts with the sciences.
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