North Shore Chapter of the American Guild of Organists

AGO Regional Convention
2019-06-30 - 2019-07-03 | Amway Grand Plaza, 187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
You can find about everything you and your members might be interested in knowing about the Convention on their very complete website. It can be found at: https://grago2019.org/

The website lists the Artists, Venues, Exhibits, Schedules, Scholarships, Registration, the Host Hotel, contacts, etc. About everything you would need to know.

The are different Registration RATES based on how early you register. (For example: if you are an AGO Regular member the “early bird” rate on or before March 15 is $375. After that date the price goes up to $425. If you are a Senior—the “early bird” rate is $325; but will go up to $350 after March 15. The price for AGOYO (young organists) is $300. The price for NON-AGO members is $450. (For the complete details and pricing look at their website.)

Also, the convention hotel, the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, is a grand bargain—and up to four people can stay in one room for one very reasonable rate. (It is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in.) You can register for the hotel right on the Convention’s website.

If you can come a day or two early, or stay a day or two after the convention you will greatly enjoy the City of Grand Rapids. There are many lovely parks and museums there. Also, the RYOC/Quimby Competition for Young Organists will be on Saturday June 29 starting at 1:30 pm at Immanuel Lutheran Church–before the convention “officially” begins.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send them to me, or Peter Kurdziel, the Convention Coordinator @ chair@grago2019.org or call/text him at 231-286-9708

Music New and Old: Sharing Favorites
2019-09-22 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Christ Church Winnetka, 784 Sheridan Road, Winnetka, IL, 60093, United States
Our season will begin with some great new ideas to inspire your music planning. Join us for a series of short presentations on new and useful organ, choral, and handbell repertoire. Bring your own favorite sheet music to show to others, too! We’ll start with an informal time for music sharing and with a welcome reception. We’ll conclude with a brief Guild installation service for new officers and board members.
For more information, contact Jill Hunt (huntjills@aol.com).

Johann Vexo Recital
2019-10-20 15:00 - 16:30 | MADONNA DELLA STRADA CHAPEL, 1032 W Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, 60660, United States
We collaborate with our neighbors to the south, the Chicago Chapter and Loyola University, in presenting distinguished French organist Johann Vexo in recital. Vexo is Organiste de Choeur at the Cathedral of Notre Dame, Paris; Organist of the Cathedral in Nancy; and Professor of Organ at the Superior Music Academy in Strasbourg.
For more information, contact Richard Clemmitt (rclemmitt@christchurchwinnetka.org).

6th Annual Epiphany Party
2020-01-03 18:30 - 21:00 | Andrea Handley’s home, 516 Greenwood Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States
Join us for our sixth Epiphany party at Andrea Handley’s festively decorated home! The evening will include appetizers, drinks, dinner, and a program of Christmas and holiday favorites.
For more information, contact Andrea Handley (andrea.handley@gmail.com).

Wolfgang Rübsam Recital and Masterclass
2020-03-06 19:30 - 2020-03-07 10:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 939 Hinman Avenue, Evanston, IL, 60202, United States
We partner with St. Luke’s Church in presenting Wolfgang Rübsam playing organ works of Franck and Widor. Among his many accomplishments, Rübsam has been professor of sacred music and organ at Northwestern University, University Organist at Rockefeller Chapel at the University of Chicago, and professor of organ at the Hochschule für Musik Saar in Saarbrücken, Germany. He has published more than 130 recordings, including the complete organ works of many important composers.
For more information, contact Brian Schoettler (brian@faithatfirst.com).

Music for a Royal Occasion: Members’ Recital and Annual Banquet
2020-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | The Church of the Holy Spirit, 400 E Westminster Ave, Lake Forest, IL, 60045, United States
Please join North Shore AGO Chapter members and others for a program of royal festive organ music on the unique Harrison & Harrison Ltd. Organ built in Durham, England. Celebrate afterward with a delicious dinner together at a nearby restaurant.
For more information, contact Robert Woodworth (robertwoodworth@att.net) or Beth Naegele (socratesnaegele@att.net).

Annual Banquet 2020
2020-04-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Francesca’s Intimo, 293 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL, 60045
Please Join Us Immediately Following the Concert…
Annual Banquet at Francesca’s Intimo
293 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$25.00 per person
Reservations & Payment due by April 24th
Prix Fixe menu includes option of entree, plus salad, rolls, unlimited soft drinks/coffee, and dessert. Cash Bar available.
Questions? Contact rclemmitt@christchurchwinnetka.org
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Chapter Picnic
2020-05-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Judy Kohl’s Home, 630 S. Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045, United States
Join us at the home of dean Judy Kohl for a final party closing our season. For more information, contact
Judy Kohl (judygkohl@gmail.com).

Virtual Organ Recital and Welcome
2020-09-15 19:30 - 21:00
Tuesday, September 15, 2020, 7:30pm
Zoom – Click here to attend on Zoom
Join us on Zoom for a half-hour members recital, an opportunity to make some new friends, and a welcome to our incoming board members and officers. For more information, contact Judy Kohl (judygkohl@gmail.com) or Linda Cerabona (lcerabona@usml.edu).

Scott Dettra plays The Complete Works of César Franck
2022-09-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Glenview Community Church, 1000 Elm Street, Glenview, IL, 60025, United States
In celebration of César Franck’s bicentennial in 2022, American concert organist Scott Dettra will undertake a tour of Franck’s 12 major organ works, performed from memory in two 75-minute recitals on a single day, or on consecutive evenings.
Franck’s organ music—arguably the most significant contribution to the repertoire after that of Bach—broke new ground and charted the course of the French Romantic organ school. Thanks to his mature harmonic language and ability to write achingly beautiful melodies, this music has become an enduring foundation of the organ repertoire.
Praised for the clarity, rhythmic intensity, and musical elegance of his playing, Mr. Dettra will bring his hallmark poeticism and suave sense of expression to this beloved music, which is rarely performed live in its entirety.

Scott Dettra plays The Complete Works of César Franck - Oct 2
2022-10-02 16:00 - 17:30 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 939 Hinman Avenue, Evanston, IL, 60202, United States

A Taste of the Great Lakes Regional Convention: Organ and Hors d’oeuvres
2022-10-23 13:15 - 16:00 | Trinity United Methodist Church, 1024 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091, United States
Sunday, October 23, 2022 at 1:15pm
Trinity United Methodist Church in Wilmette (1024 Lake Ave, Wilmette 60091)
Don’t forget to invite your non-organist friends and congregants to join us for this enjoyable afternoon of organ music at three of our regional convention venues for mini-recitals and a wine and cheese reception.
Free bus transportation will be provided from Trinity to the other two venues and back to Trinity by 4:00pm.

Webinar: Being Yourself in the Face of Public Ministry
2023-10-02 19:00 - 20:30
Monday, October 2 | 7pm
Speaker: Sarah Bereza
As congregational leaders, we live our professional lives within the spotlight of ministry. While aiming to be the fullest, truest versions of ourselves, we can struggle to do so with integrity given the constraints of our jobs. If you have ever felt like you’re working under a microscope or that you’ve been put on a pedestal you don’t want or deserve, then you are not alone. This workshop considers the foundational aspects of our jobs, including how to evaluate potential employers, and the intersection of personal values with workplace dynamics. https://www.agohq.org/webinars/

North Shore Chapter AGO Annual Epiphany Party
2024-01-07 18:00 - 21:00
Sunday, January 7, 2024 – 6:00pm
At the home of Andrea and David Handley
516 Greenwood Street – Evanston
An Epiphany Holiday Evening of:
Friendships, Drinks, Appetizers, Dinner, Dessert
and Holiday Musical Entertainment
by the Wood-Burning Fireplaces
Members, Spouses, Partners, Significant Others & Guests Welcome!
Donation $15.00
Please sign up soon and let us know how many will be coming!

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