What is the National Forum?
The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. Chartered in 1976 as an official auxiliary of the Archdiocese, the National Forum serves as the liaison among local church musicians, diocesan church music federations, and the Archdiocese. It also serves as the gathering place for church musicians to discuss issues related to liturgical music and to formulate needed responses.
The National Forum has four major areas of focus Support for Choirs, providing resources and activities to improve the quality of choirs and the availability of choral music in the church:
- Support for CHOIRS, providing resources and activities to improve the quality of choirs and the availability of choral music in the church
- Support for CHANTERS and the preservation of BYZANTINE CHANT
- Support for YOUTH CHURCH MUSIC PROGRAMS, including hymnology and junior choirs
- Support for CLERGY, including parish music ministries, and support for clergy
What’s New!
Upcoming Events
Recent Newsletters
- Neumes & Notes
- The YouthMusic Connection
Announcements
- Youth Music Facebook Page is Launched!
- 2010 Liturgical Guide Book Completed