Progressive Organ Concert
On June 22, music lovers can experience pipe organ music performed in a variety of churches as members of the Royal Canadian College of Organists present a Progressive Organ Concert.
This Progressive Organ Concert features short recitals at different locations, one after the other—people walk into a church to attend a 30-minute recital, then head down the street to another church for another 30-minute concert by different artists, and so on—offering a chance to experience some of Charlottetown’s churches.
The concert begins at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Prince Street, with a 30-minute program from 1:30–2 pm. The next recital takes place at Trinity United, also on Prince Street, from 2:30–3 pm. The final portion occurs at St. Dunstan’s Basilica on Great George Street, from 3:30–4 pm. A 30-minute break between each recital allows time to travel between venues.
Performers include Leo Marchildon, Louise Elder, Dean Perry, Don Fraser, Tom Loney, Gloria Jay, Sandra Gerreau, Clement Carelse, and Ann Francis. As the event coincides with DiverseCity in Charlottetown, attendees are encouraged to plan ahead for parking.
Admission to any or all recitals is by free will offering. Proceeds will support the Dr. Alan Reesor Scholarship Fund, which helps educate aspiring student organists.
