Ethos & Yphos
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Podcast Overview
<p>Ethos & Yphos, a branch of SOA Media, is the official podcast of the Sons of Antioch Byzantine Choir. The Sons of Antioch explore the height and the breadth of the Church’s musical tradition, covering topics related to Byzantine chant, composition, typikon, hymnography, and parish ministry. Drawing on connections across the Orthodox world, the choir also invites distinguished guests to offer their expertise on matters of music and music ministry. <br />Through in-depth discussions and interviews, Ethos & Yphos gives a voice to the opportunities and challenges that chanters navigate in the spiritual life of the Church. Whether a seasoned chanter or a curious observer, the Sons of Antioch call on our listeners to engage with the ethos of the psaltic art, leading to a greater enthusiasm and execution of proper yphos and practice at the chant stand and beyond.</p> <p>Listen to Ethos & Yphos on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and wherever you get your podcasts.</p> <p>Get early access to episodes on the Sons of Antioch Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch">https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch</a></p> <p>Sons of Antioch Website: <a href="https://sonsofantioch.us/">https://sonsofantioch.us/</a></p> <p>Sons of Antioch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntioch">https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntioch</a></p> <p>Other links: <a href="https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch">https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch</a></p> <p></p>
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11/10/2025
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Recent Episodes
June 9, 2026
#7 - Petros, Pandekti, and Papa E w/ Kamal Hourani
Episode 7 of Ethos & Yphos explores what chanters mean when they speak of the "classical Greek repertoire" and examines the development of Byzantine chant compositions in the English language. Joining us for this conversation is Kamal Hourani, chanter, teacher, translator, and, most importantly, member of the Sons of Antioch. Kamal is a graduate of Hellenic College and Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology and currently serves as a chanter at St. George Orthodox Church in Norwood, Massachusetts. He is also a teacher at the Trisagion School of Byzantine Music and has devoted considerable effort to the translation and metering of liturgical texts from Greek into English. In this episode, we discuss what is meant by the term "Classical Greek Repertoire" and explore its significance from both practical and pedagogical perspectives. We consider its place in contemporary Byzantine music education, how chanters engage with it today, and the role it plays in preserving and transmitting the tradition. We also examine the growth of Byzantine chant compositions in English over the past several decades, discussing the challenges of adapting the tradition to a new language while maintaining its musical ethos. Drawing from his experience as a chanter, teacher, and translator, Kamal offers valuable insights into both the preservation of inherited traditions and the continued development of Byzantine chant for English-speaking Orthodox communities. 🎧 Listen to Ethos & Yphos on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and wherever you get your podcasts.🔔 Early access available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch 🌐 Sons of Antioch Website: https://sonsofantioch.us/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntiochAll links: https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch #EthosAndYphos #ByzantineChant #SacredMusic #OrthodoxMusic #LiturgicalMusic #OrthodoxChristianity #ChurchMusic #SonsOfAntioch
May 12, 2026
#6 - Shaping the Antiochian Chant Tradition w/ Rev Fr. John (Rassem) El Massih
Episode 6 of Ethos & Yphos features a conversation with Rev. Fr. John (Rassem) El Massih, a priest, teacher, and lifelong servant of Byzantine sacred music. Fr. John currently serves as Proistamenos of St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in Washington DC. Prior to his priesthood, he was a traveling Deacon for Metropolitan Philip (of Thrice Blessed Memory) and Metropolitan Joseph, where he planted seeds of Byzantine music among the many churches he visited across the country. In this episode, we trace Fr. John's musical journey, with particular focus on his formative studies under the esteemed priest, chanter, and hymnographer, Fr. Nicolas Malek. We also discuss his role in the establishment of the Antiochian Archdiocesan Byzantine Choir, as well as the Archdiocesan School of Byzantine Music. Fr. John has played a key role in the advancement of Byzantine chant in America: whether through his teachings, recordings, or compositions, and offers his unique perspective on its development. 🎧 Listen to Ethos & Yphos on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and wherever you get your podcasts. 🔔 Early access available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch 🌐 Sons of Antioch Website: https://sonsofantioch.us/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntioch All links: https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch More from Fr John: Antiochian Sacred Music Department: https://www.antiochian.org/dashboard?name=Sacred%20Music #EthosAndYphos #ByzantineChant #SacredMusic #OrthodoxMusic #LiturgicalMusic #OrthodoxChristianity #ChurchMusic #SonsOfAntioch
March 10, 2026
#5 - Voice, Yphos, and Ministry w/ Photini Downie Robinson
Episode 5 of Ethos & Yphos features a rich and wide-ranging conversation with Photini Downie Robinson, Protopsaltria at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Portland, Oregon, soloist with Cappella Romana, and faculty of the Synaxis of Orthodox Women Byzantine Cantors. As a classically trained vocalist and current student of pastoral theology, Photini brings a uniquely integrated perspective to the practice and theology of Byzantine chant. In this episode, we explore her musical formation, her journey to Orthodoxy through her work with Cappella Romana, the vocal and interpretive dimensions of Byzantine chant, and how her studies in pastoral theology inform her experiences at the analogion. 🎧 Listen to Ethos & Yphos on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and wherever you get your podcasts. 🔔 Early access available on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch 🌐 Sons of Antioch Website: https://sonsofantioch.us/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntioch All links: https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch More from Photini: Hymn of Kassiani, English (Boyer/Lash): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_KRzAQDKOo Yphos Studio: https://www.yphosmusic.com/ The Liturgical Arts Academy (TLAA): https://www.theliturgicalarts.org/chant Axia Women, Part I (2022): https://www.axiawomen.org/wow/photini-downie-robinson Axia Women, Part II (2025): https://www.axiawomen.org/wow/update-photini-downie-robinson-woman-week Ancient Faith Radio, Part I: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacrificeofpraise/a_conversation_with_photini_downie_robinson_part_i/ Ancient Faith Radio, Part II: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/sacrificeofpraise/a_conversation_with_photini_downie_robinson_part_2/ Bridging the Gap: Connections from the Kliros Keynote Lecture, Society of St Romanos the Melodist, Orthodox Music Masterclass https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAfrJqtU45Y #EthosAndYphos #ByzantineChant #SacredMusic #OrthodoxMusic #CappellaRomana #LiturgicalMusic #OrthodoxChristianity #ChurchMusic #SonsOfAntioch
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- What is Ethos & Yphos?
<p>Ethos & Yphos, a branch of SOA Media, is the official podcast of the Sons of Antioch Byzantine Choir. The Sons of Antioch explore the height and the breadth of the Church’s musical tradition, covering topics related to Byzantine chant, composition, typikon, hymnography, and parish ministry. Drawing on connections across the Orthodox world, the choir also invites distinguished guests to offer their expertise on matters of music and music ministry. <br />Through in-depth discussions and interviews, Ethos & Yphos gives a voice to the opportunities and challenges that chanters navigate in the spiritual life of the Church. Whether a seasoned chanter or a curious observer, the Sons of Antioch call on our listeners to engage with the ethos of the psaltic art, leading to a greater enthusiasm and execution of proper yphos and practice at the chant stand and beyond.</p> <p>Listen to Ethos & Yphos on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and wherever you get your podcasts.</p> <p>Get early access to episodes on the Sons of Antioch Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch">https://www.patreon.com/SonsofAntioch</a></p> <p>Sons of Antioch Website: <a href="https://sonsofantioch.us/">https://sonsofantioch.us/</a></p> <p>Sons of Antioch on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntioch">https://www.youtube.com/@SonsofAntioch</a></p> <p>Other links: <a href="https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch">https://linktr.ee/sonsofantioch</a></p> <p></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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