The Liturgical Arts Academy trains those who want to learn Byzantine chant or iconography in the tradition of the Orthodox Christian Church. The Academy is a one-week intensive program led by expert teachers.
TLAA Winter 2027
February 7-13th • Registration Now Open
Byzantine Chant & Iconography
Admission is by application. Submit a short audio or artwork sample, and our instructors will place you at the right level.
Foods in Faith
Open to all, with no application needed. Register to reserve your place.
Byzantine Chant & Iconography Academy Programs
The Liturgical Arts Academy offers 2 weeklong training academies per year in both Chant and Iconography. You must complete an application process in order to attend TLAA. Admission is contingent upon approval.
TLAA-Winter will be for Beginners 102, Intermediates & Advanced Levels
TLAA-Summer for Intermediate, Advanced & Master Class, August 15 - 21, 2027
Foods in Faith
Foods in Faith runs during TLAA Winter only. Registration is open to all, but space is limited.
Who We Are
…and how God led us here. Find out about our mission and the dedicated group of people who make this program happen.
Quality of the Academy
The Byzantine Chant Academy faculty includes highly-respected and accomplished chanters and teachers: John Michael Boyer, Samuel Herron, Gabriel Cremeens, and Photini Downie Robinson. Students have up to 6 hours of classroom instruction daily, along with morning and evening services such as Matins, Vespers, Compline, Agiasmos, Divine Liturgy and Vigil.
The Byzantine Iconography Academy is led by Fr. Anthony Salzman who is known for his patience and skill at teaching students how to paint well. Attendees improve in their artistic use and understanding of color, form and line according to the Byzantine technique.
Both chanters and Iconographers build relationships with other artists, learning from each other as well as the instructors. This community extends beyond the workshop, providing a resource for continued learning, fellowship and faith.