The melodies in the short Octoechos are shorter and simpler. They are often more concise and easier to remember and perform. They are more frequently used in daily services and in services where faster and simpler chanting is required. Its simplicity makes it suitable for wider use. It contains basic melodic models with fewer musical ornaments, making it more accessible for less experienced chanters. Due to its simplicity, it is often used for teaching new chanters, enabling them to more easily adopt the basic principles of church singing. It plays a more practical role in daily services and simpler worship, maintaining continuity and accessibility of church life.

Tone One

Tone Two

Tone Three

Tone Four

Tone Five (pl. One)

Tone Six (pl. Two)

Tone Seven (Grave)

Tone Eight (pl. Four)