Photini Downie Robinson is a specialist in Byzantine chant and is in international demand as a cantor, ensemble artist, teacher, writer, speaker, and workshop leader. She holds Bachelor’s degrees in Vocal Performance and Computer Science from DePauw University and a Certificate in Byzantine Music from the Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology with the highest grade of Άριστα (Excellent).

Photini is the Protopsáltria (First Cantor) at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Portland, Oregon (USA), having received her formal tonsure in 2022 by His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of San Francisco. She is a principal artist with professional vocal ensemble Cappella Romana and the Founding Director of Yphos Studio, a collaborative training ground for Orthodox cantors and clergy. She currently serves on the faculty of the Liturgical Arts Academy (TLAA), the Summer Music Institute at St. Vladimir's Seminary, and the Synaxis of Orthodox Women Byzantine Cantors. She has also taught classes at the Trisagion School of Byzantine Music, the St. John Koukouzelis Institute, and the Artefact Institute.

Formerly a full-time computer programmer, Photini opted to retire from the technology sector in order to fully dedicate her career to the advocacy of Orthodox music and liturgical life. Her work has been featured by the Sons of Antioch, Axia Women, Ancient Faith Radio, and the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. She is passionate about the intersection of liturgical music and pastoral theology and strives to incorporate spiritual care and theological education into her music ministry. She especially loves working with older adults and families affected by memory loss. To that end, Photini is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity at Holy Cross Seminary in Boston with the goal of becoming a Board Certified Chaplain.

Photini is a recipient of the prestigious James J. Tembelis Scholarship, awarded annually by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America for outstanding academic achievement and service to the Church.