American Guild of Organists - Greater Bridgeport Chapter | What’s happening in Fairfield County, CT

American Guild of Organists - Greater Bridgeport Chapter

Address: 
148 Beach Road First Church Fairfield
Fairfield , CT , 06824
Phone: 203-291-9746
41° 8' 37.1616" N, 73° 15' 3.5172" W
Contact name: 
RoseAnne Homola
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The mission of the American Guild of Organists is to enrich lives through organ and choral music. To achieve this, we encourage excellence in the performance of organ and choral music; inspire, educate, and offer certification for organists and choral conductors; provide networking, fellowship, and mutual support; nurture future generations of organists; Promote the organ in its historic and evolving roles; and engage wider audiences with organ and choral music.

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A concert of Halloween-themed and Broadway musical pieces featuring the mighty pipe organ, amazing choral ensembles, incredible musicians, a 1920’s silent film, costume contest with prizes, reception. Sunday, October 29, 4:00 PMFirst Church Congregational Fairfield, 148 Beach Road, Fairfield. Plenty of parking. Wheel chair accessible. Costumes encouraged. Tickets $20/Adults, $12/Seniors, $5/Students (12-17); Free for children 11 & under.

Proceeds benefit the Louise M. Miller-Paul E. Knox Scholarship given annually by the Greater Bridgeport Chapter, American Guild of Organists. This scholarship, in memory of two distinguished area church musicians, is awarded annually to a promising college-age organist. Past winners have gone on to distinguished careers with international recognition.

 

Tickets $20/Adults, $12/Seniors, $5/Students (12-17); Free for children 11 & under

Organ/Piano playing lessons offered 1:1 by music professionals.