kanálionok
Kanalionok is a term used in Byzantine music to refer to a specific type of musical notation. This notation system was employed for the chant of the Orthodox Church and developed over centuries. It is characterized by its use of neumes, which are signs that represent melodic contours and rhythmic indications. The term "kanalionok" itself is derived from the Greek word "kanon," meaning rule or standard, suggesting a system intended for uniformity and preservation of liturgical music.
The kanalionok system evolved from earlier, more rudimentary forms of neumatic notation. It aimed to provide