Man. Sihastria Putnei - Cantari Bisericesti May 2026

Unlike Western polyphony, the music at Sihăstria Putnei follows the monodic Byzantine tradition, where a single melodic line is supported by a drone ( ison ).

The monastery maintains the use of ancient neumes (Byzantine musical signs), which preserve the canonical structures of Orthodox worship. Key Tracks and Online Presence Man. Sihastria Putnei - Cantari bisericesti

Singing is not viewed as an "addition" to prayer but as the prayer itself—a "heightened speech" intended to purify the soul and lead the faithful toward God. Unlike Western polyphony, the music at Sihăstria Putnei