Sunset Organ Vespers: Rev. Kenneth Alden with Leah Martin, organist

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Sunset Organ Vespers: Rev. Kenneth Alden with Leah Martin, organist

May 15 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Enjoy a memorable evening of inspiring readings and music from Bryn Athyn Cathedral’s magnificent organs.

Live stream

Watch each service live at Sunset Organ Vespers 2024 – Bryn Athyn Church.

Dates & Details

Wednesday, May 15, 7:30 pm – Leah Martin, Principal Organist at Bryn Athyn Cathedral, PA; with Bryn Athyn Cathedral Choir and Choristers

Join us at the Cathedral for an evening of organ and choir music, interspersed with scriptural and doctrinal passages read by Rev. Kenneth Alden. The program is inspired by the traditional English Evensong, with the Cathedral Choir presenting English works such as “Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis” by Herbert Merrill as well as psalm chants. Leah Martin will also offer a selection of organ pieces by English composers, including the inspirational “Adagio in E Major” by Frank Bridge. The Cathedral Choir will be joined by the Seraphim Choristers for two exciting pieces: Edward Bairstow’s magnificent “Blessed City, Heavenly Salem” and Daniel Justin’s joyful “Gloria!,” both featuring vibrant organ accompaniments. This service is suitable for ages 12 and up. Doors open at 7:10 pm. Donations welcome.

Wednesday, June 12, 7:30 pm – Luke Staisiunas, Organist & Music Director at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, PA

Wednesday, July 10, 7:30 pm – Eric Plutz, University Organist at Princeton University, NJ

Wednesday, August 14, 7:30 pm – Donald Meineke, Director of Music at the Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square, PA

General Information

Mark your calendars for our Sunset Organ Vespers at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral. Each service includes spiritual readings accompanied by music from guest organists and musicians.

These Vesper Services last an hour and are suitable for ages 12 and up.  Younger families are welcome to listen quietly outdoors.

Note that doors open at 7:10pm (no preludes) and entrance to the Nave will be restricted after 7:30pm.  Please allow sufficient time to find a parking spot.

The Cathedral grounds will open at 6:30pm for self-guided smartphone tours of the gardens.

Donations to support this series are welcome.

Details

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May 15
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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ANC Secondary Schools

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Bryn Athyn Borough

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(BACS) Bryn Athyn Church School

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Bryn Athyn College

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Bryn Athyn Church

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C & S Club (Bryn Athyn Civic and Social Club)

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Cairnwood Estate

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Cairnwood Village

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Glencairn Museum

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Junge Pavilion / Ice Rink

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Mitchell Performing Arts Center

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NewChurch Live

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Other

These events come from a variety of places. Click on the title for the individual event to learn more. To find out more about Bryn Athyn Boy Scout Troop 97 events go to batroop97.org