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The Australian Byzantine Choir singing on stage at Sydney Town Hall
Byzantine chant · Sydney · Since 1998

Eighteen voices. One ancient sound.

Sharing the centuries-old tradition of Byzantine chant, recognised by UNESCO as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Choirmaster George Scoufis leading the choir on stage
About the choir

Voices that span centuries

Since 1998, the Australian Byzantine Choir has shared the beauty of Byzantine chant with audiences in Sydney and beyond. It is a living tradition, born in the Byzantine Empire and carried forward today by eighteen dedicated singers.

Our singers come from parishes of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia. As well as performing, we train parish chanters, run community seminars and give our time to charitable work.

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Where we've sung

From cathedral to concert hall

  1. 1998 Founded in Sydney As the Sydney Byzantine Choir, by Protopsaltis George Combis
  2. 2022 Orthodoxy in Australia Sydney Town Hall
  3. 2023 An Eastern Odyssey State Theatre, for our 25th anniversary
  4. Next New concerts are being planned Join our mailing list

Also: Sydney Festival, Australia Day celebrations, St Andrew's Cathedral, St Mary's Cathedral, the University of Sydney, the Enmore Theatre and Carnivale Christi, and interstate in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne and Tasmania.

The choir singing inside a church
Weddings & christenings

Sacred voices for your most precious day

Our choir brings a sense of reverence and peace to the service. We work closely with your priest and family to shape the music around your service, your wishes and your venue.

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Planning a wedding or christening, organising a concert, or writing about the choir? We'd be glad to hear from you.