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YAC Dallas 2026 · October 23–25
The Chant Stand
Orthodox Christian Nonprofit

Preserving the sacred.
Inspiring the next generation.

The Chant Stand passes on the ancient art of Byzantine chant to the young Orthodox Christians who will carry it forward.

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Young chanters singing together at the chant standAn instructor demonstrating a phrase at the analogionA chanter following the service from the analogionParticipants rehearsing together in the naveParticipants and clergy gathered before the icon screen at Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church

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YAC Dallas 2026

October 23–25 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Dallas, Texas. Three days of Byzantine chant instruction, fellowship, and worship, closing with the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy celebrated by His Eminence Metropolitan Constantine of Denver.

Dates
October 23–25, 2026
Where
Dallas, Texas
Who
Ages 18–35

Early registration

$100

Through September 22, then $200.

Includes all instruction, meals, materials, and programming.

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The Chant Stand exists to educate, inspire, and unite the next generation of Orthodox chanters. Through conferences, instruction, and community, we preserve the sacred art of Byzantine chant and deepen its place in the life of the Church.

Fellowship

Build lifelong friendships with young chanters from across the country.

Education

Learn from respected Protopsaltes including Samuel Herron, Joshua Boyd, and Peter Elgohary.

Worship

Chant the Divine Liturgy and apply what you learn in a true liturgical setting.

From YAC Conference, Boca 2026

What a weekend looks like

Young chanters from across the country, at the stand and in the services they had spent the weekend preparing.

  • The nave of Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church during the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy
  • Participants in black robes chanting side by side during the Liturgy
  • Clergy in vestments holding icons before the altar at the close of the Liturgy
  • Young chanters working through a hymn at the stand during instruction

Photographs by PAV Weddings

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Your donation funds scholarships, instructor travel, and high-quality chant recordings that sustain this mission.

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