We’ve had a wonderful year celebrating our 60th anniversary as the North Shore Chapter of AGO. Hopefully you have been able to join us for at least some of the events as they have included such a variety of programs.
This year, we had the opportunity to hear wonderful performances from our own colleagues, as well as nationally acclaimed artists. As important as this musical enrichment is, these events also gave us a place to share our common interest in the organ. I imagine for most of us it is far deeper than an interest, but instead a lifetime passion.
There are a variety of programs planned for the coming year. Our opening event will feature a Hymn Festival “Let All The World In Every Corner Sing” on Sept 16th. Royce Eckhart will lead us into thinking more broadly about expanding our repertoire of hymns for worship. Royce is not only a wonderful musician, but he exudes creativity and humor.
Be thinking about who you might invite to this – perhaps beginning with your ministers and choir members. This is a program you won’t want to miss.
Whether you play the organ or just enjoy listening, as a board, we hope you will be an active part of our chapter. It is important to us that you not only support these events by coming, but we want to get to know you. Who you are is just as important to us as your musical credentials, so please introduce yourself to me when you have the opportunity.
Meanwhile, have a wonderful summer enjoying music and spending time with those you love.
Warmly,
Judy Kohl, Dean