MAZMURO School of Liturgical Music

Affiliated to Sruti School of Liturgical Music, Kottayam

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MAZMURO School of Liturgical Music

Affiliated with Sruti School of Liturgical Music, Kottayam

As an initiative of the Diocese of UK-Europe and Africa, the Mazmuro School of Liturgical Music is dedicated to the spiritual and liturgical growth of the Malankara Orthodox faithful. Inaugurated by H. H Baselios Marthoma Mathews III on 25 May 2024, the school provides systematic and structured training to preserve and elevate the rich musical heritage of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.

Following the successful completion of its inaugural batch, Mazmuro School of Liturgical Music is proud to announce the 2026 Training Programmes, which have now been expanded to include both Malayalam and English streams.

The training programmes aims to:

Ø  Offer structured and systematic training to deepen understanding of the Church’s liturgical and devotional music traditions.

Ø  Focus on the development of choir leadership skills, empowering choir leaders and members to organise and lead choirs in their respective parishes effectively.

Ø  Promote uniformity and standardisation in hymnody, preserving the rich musical heritage of the Orthodox Church.

Ø  Facilitate meaningful worship through dedicated English and Malayalam streams, ensuring that the beauty of our liturgy is accessible for all generations.

This programme is ideal for:

Ø  Choir leaders and choir members

Ø  Students of liturgy

Ø  All those who wish to grow in their understanding and practice of Orthodox worship

 Course Content and Delivery:

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MZM26-ML1

Level 1 Malayalam (2026)

Shehimo:

Ramsho, Soutoro, Sapro

Feast Day Services:

Nativity, Epiphany, Shubqono, Mid Lent, Palm Sunday, Feet Washing Service, Good Friday, Easter, Ascension, Pentecost

Fr. Eldo P Varghese

MZM26-ML2

Level 2 Malayalam (2026)

Ekkara Tones 1-8: Sleeba Namaskaram Tones 1-8 of Sapro, 3RD Hour, 6th Hour

Fr. Blessen Varghese

MZM26-EL1

Level 1 English (2026)

Shehimo:

Ramsho, Soutoro, Sapro

Fr. Jobin Mammen Cherian

 Programme Outline:

Ø  Course duration - 12 months commencing February 2026

Ø  Batch Size - Limited to 20 students per course.

Ø  Classes - To be held online weekly.

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WEEKLY SESSION ON:

Level 1 Malayalam (2026)

Fr. Eldo P Varghese

Tuesday

Level 2 Malayalam (2026)

Fr. Blesson Varghese

Wednesday

Level 1 English (2026)

Fr. Jobin Mammen Cherian

Thursday

 Ø  The estimated course commitment is 40 hours.

Ø  Formal certification affiliated with Sruti School of Liturgical Music will be issued following the successful completion of the course.

Eligibility of Admission:

Ø  Applicants must be aged 16 or over

Ø  Applicants should be recommended by the Parish Vicar/ Priest in Charge.

 Registration Process:

Ø  Registration is first-come, first-served. Please complete the online application form below.

https://forms.gle/ND2qr5QrGqT712SN8  

Ø  Deadline: Registration closes Tuesday, 10th February 2026 at 6:00 PM.

Ø  Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email with further instructions regarding enrolment.

Fee Structure:

£150 GBP when paid upfront before the commencement of the programme

OR

£175 GBP paid in instalments (February 2026 - £50, March 2026 - £50, April 2026 - £50, May 2026 - £25)

Board:

President             :              H.E Abraham Mar Stephanos

Course Director :              Fr. Eldo P Varghese

Faculty Board     :              Fr. Jobin Mammen Cherian, Fr. Blessen Varghese

Office Secretary :              Mr. Baisyl Biju

Enquiries             :              mazmuro@indianorthodoxuk.org