North Shore Chapter of the American Guild of Organists

Lynne Davis, concert organist
2026-02-15 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Bond Chapel, University of Chicago, 1025 E 58th St, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Lynne Davis brings the grandeur of French organ music to life with a mastery honed over decades of study, performance, and teaching. Launched into international acclaim after winning First Prize at the St. Albans International Organ Competition, she has become a preeminent interpreter of French organ repertoire. With performances in nearly every cathedral in France and major venues across Europe and the U.S., Davis is both a celebrated concert artist and a dedicated educator. Her distinguished career includes professorships in France and the U.S., acclaimed recordings, and honors such as Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres—testament to her deep influence on the organ world.
Program
BACH: Fantasy in G Major, BWV 572 (“Pièce d’Orgue”)
DU MAGE: Livre d’Orgue
BACH: 18 Leipzig Chorals
BRUHNS: Praeludium in G Major
SWEELINCK: Variations on « Est-ce Mars ? »
ALAIN: Variations sur un thème de Clément Jannequin
BACH: Fantasy and Fugue in G Minor, BWV 542

Evensong
2026-02-15 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Giles Episcopal Church, 3025 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
EVENSONG – THE LAST SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY (THE TRANSFIGURATION)
The Choir of St. Giles Church
James R. Brown, Director of Music & Organist
Organ: Apparition de l’église éternelle (O. Messiaen)
Preces & Responses (R. Ayleward)
Psalm 114 (P. Hallock)
Magnificat & Nunc dimittis in A (H. Sumsion)
Anthem: O nata lux de lumine (M. Lauridsen)
Organ: Toccata in b minor (E. Gigout)

Brian Schoettler - Organist
2026-03-01 13:30 - 14:30 | First United Methodist Church Evanston, 516 Church Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States
Organist Brian Schoettler will present a 60-minute concert featuring FUMC Evanston’s mighty, Austin pipe organ (Opus 319). The program will feature works by American composers including Samuel Barber, Aaron Copland, Charles Ives, Florence Price, and others.
The 1:30pm concert is free and open to the public.
Sunday, March 1, 2026 – 1:30pm
Organ Concert: Brian Schoettler
First United Methodist Church
516 Church Street, Evanston, Illinois 60201
Phone: 847-864-6181
Website: https://faithatfirst.org/event/organ-concert-brian-schoettler/

Lenten Evensong
2026-03-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Church of the Holy Comforter, 222 Kenilworth Avenue, Kenilworth, 60043, United States
The 31st Annual Lenten Evensong will be sung by the choir of Church of the Holy Comforter. The service will include the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in B-flat by Charles Villiers Stanford and Johann Sebastian Bach’s Cantata 12 “Weinen, Klagen, Sorgen, Zagen.” This service will also be available on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@CHCKenilworth.

Paul Fey in Concert
2026-03-15 16:00 - 17:30 | First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights, 302 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights, IL, 60004, United States
Paul is a full-time musician, composer and YouTube organist sensation. He is one of the organists at St. Propsteikirche in Leipzig, Germany. Each unique program will be a combination of his own compositions and music from the world of organ literature.

A Gift of Music
2026-03-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Elliott Chapel, 3131 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States
Douglas Cleveland will present a program of great organ music on the Dobson organ in the chapel. Please join us on Wednesday afternoon and enjoy an inspiring time of beautiful music.

Trio de Chats Noir (horn, bass trombone, & organ)
2026-03-21 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Giles Episcopal Church, 3025 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Album Preview and Benefit Concert
Donations to benefit Hunger Resource Network (https://www.hungerresourcenetwork.org/donate)
Trio de Chats Noirs—Rachel Velvikis (horn), Mark Fry (bass trombone), and organist Christopher Powell—invites you to an intimate album preview concert celebrating our upcoming recording project, Transcendent: Music for horn, bass trombone and organ.
This special performance takes place in the very sanctuary where we have conducted (and will have completed) multiple recording sessions, using the same breathtaking instrument and acoustics. The Hellmuth Wolff organ (Opus 37, 1994) at Saint Giles Episcopal Church is a masterpiece—2 manuals and pedal, 19 stops/25 ranks, mechanical action, classic French-inspired voicing, and a striking solid mahogany double case. Its expressive clarity and warmth, combined with the church’s superb natural resonance, make it the ideal partner for this brass-and-organ repertoire.
The program includes:
Matthias Spiegler – Canzone I
Anton Bruckner – Ave Maria WAB 7
Camille Saint-Saëns – Offertoire
César Franck – Prélude, Op.18
W.A. Mozart – Laudate Dominum
Arcangelo Corelli – Sonata in G Minor
Franz Liszt – Hosannah! (with chorale “Heilig ist Gott der Vater”)
Camille Saint-Saëns – Adagio and Andante
J. S. Bach – Fantasia in G minor BWV 542
Alan Hovhaness – The Prayer of Saint Gregory, Op. 62b
G.F. Handel – Concerto grosso in F Major, Op. 3 No. 4b, HWV deest

Faure Requiem, Organ Masterworks, & Andrea Handley Celebration of Ministry
2026-03-22 16:00 - 17:30 | Trinity United Methodist Church, 1024 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091, United States
Fauré “Requiem,” Organ Masterworks, & Andrea Handley Celebration of Ministry
Sun., Mar. 22 at 4:00 p.m.
Experience the sublime tranquility of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem on Sun., Mar. 22 at 4:00 p.m. with Chancel Choir and strings, harp, and organ. Also, enjoy additional French organ works including selections from Vierne’s “Symphony No. 1” and Dupré’s “Cortege et Litanie” on Trinity Wilmette’s 63-rank Reuter organ as we celebrate Andrea Handley’s music ministry before her move to California. A reception will follow the concert. The concert is free but advance registration is requested. Click here to RSVP: https://trinitywilmette.breezechms.com/form/60adef95756236375

Organ Concert: Käthe Wright Kaufman
2026-04-12 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 939 Hinman Avenue, Evanston, IL, 60202, United States
Sun Apr 12th 4:00pm – 5:00pm
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Evanston, 939 Hinman Ave.
Käthe returns to the instrument upon which she had her first organ lessons: the beautiful and celebrated EM Skinner organ at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Käthe’s time as a chorister at St. Luke’s led her to pursue sacred music as her vocation and career.
Käthe will perform a recital on the Second Sunday of Easter, featuring works well-suited to this symphonic instrument.
General admission is $20 and students and youth are free.

Hans Davidsson, Organ Concert & NSAGO Banquet
2026-04-24 19:30 - 20:30 | St. Giles Episcopal Church, 3025 Walters Avenue, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
On Friday, April 24 the NSAGO hosts an organ concert preceded by our annual banquet. We welcome Swedish organist Hans Davidsson who will present a program on the Wolff organ at St. Giles Episcopal Church in Northbrook. Dr. Davidsson is Artistic Director of the Göteborg International Organ Academy and Music Director at the church of Älvsborg in Göteborg and has done extensive recording of the works of Bach, Böhm, Buxtehude, Mendelssohn, and Weckmann. You will not want to miss this concert!
Here is the schedule:
5:30pm Cocktail hour at Francesca’s North
6:00pm Banquet – RSVP by April 20 here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQGQ09lSafRtBvr-Z5Pgrz7sZ7P2lZ8cb2S9v_-jWsJWtnIA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=103293762630189307701
7:00pm Drive to St. Giles
7:30pm Concert
Friday, April 24, 2026
St. Giles Episcopal Church
3025 Walters Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062
This concert is free and open to the public. Freewill offering.

Immanuel Lutheran Church Music Endowment presents Vincent Dubois in recital
2026-04-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 616 Lake Street, Evanston, 60201, United States
Vincent Dubois, organist of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, plays works by Bach, Liszt, Poulenc, Verne, and Dupre, concluding with an improvisation. Champagne reception following.

Brian Schoettler, organ
2026-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | First Presbyterian Church of Deerfield, IL, 824 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL, United States
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music with acclaimed organist Brian Schoettler as he brings the grandeur of the pipe organ to life in this inspiring concert. Known for his expressive artistry and innovative programming, Schoettler will showcase a dynamic selection of works that span centuries and styles, from beloved classics to modern masterpieces. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the world of organ music, this performance promises to be a captivating experience filled with rich harmonies and breathtaking virtuosity. Don’t miss this extraordinary free event in our concert series! Reception to follow.
https://first-presbyterian-church-of-deerfield-475624.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/208413124
Sunday, April 26, 2026 – 4:00pm
Concert Series: Brian Schoettler, organ
First Presbyterian Church
824 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015

Organ Concert
2026-04-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Northfield Community Church, 400 Wagner Rd, Northfield, IL, 60093, United States
French organist Laurent Jochum will be performing an organ recital at Northfield Community Church on Tuesday, April 28 at 2:00 pm. Laurent is organist at the Saint Jean Baptiste Church in Paris. A frequent recitalist and touring performer, he has won many competitions and awards, including the International Organ Competition and the Angers Inter-Conservatory Grand Organ Award. This event is free and open to the public. More about the artist can be found at www.laurentjochum.fr.

Organ Concert: Laurent Jochum
2026-04-28 19:30 - 20:30 | Edgebrook Community Church, 6736 N. Loleta Ave., Chicago, IL, 60646, United States
April 28 at 7:30 p.m. featuring Laurent Jochum, organist titular at Saint Jean-Baptiste Church, Paris. Works by Bach, Mendelssohn, Franck and Bédard on the church’s Aeolian-Skinner organ will be featured. Reception with the artist to follow.
The church is located at 6736 N. Loleta, Chicago. Suggested donation of $30 will support the Edgebrook Community Music Series.

A Gift of Music
2026-04-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Elliott Chapel, 3131 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States
Dominic Doutney, a British pianist based in Chicago, will present a great program on the last Wednesday of April.
We warmly invite you to come and enjoy an afternoon of beautiful piano music.

Funeral Service for Kurt Roderer
2026-05-02 09:30 - 10:30 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 616 Lake Street, Evanston, 60201, United States
Kurt Roderer (October 22, 1935 – April 1, 2026)
https://www.donnellanfuneral.com/obituaries/Kurt-E-Roderer?obId=48026786
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church located at 616 Lake Street, Evanston, Illinois 60201.

Organ Concert featuring Alceé Chriss III
2026-05-08 19:30 - 20:45 | First Congregational Church – Elgin, 256 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL, 60120, United States
Organ Concert featuring Alceé Chriss III
First-prize and Bach prize winner at the 2017 Canadian International Organ Competition, Alcée Chriss III is widely regarded as one of the leading young organists of our time. Previous competition awards include the Firmin Swinnen Silver Medal at the 2016 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition, First Prize and Audience Prize at the 2016 Fort Wayne National Organ Competition, and First Prize and Audience Prize at the 2014 Miami International Organ Competition. Mr. Chriss serves as University Organist and Artist-in-Residence at Wesleyan University.
A reception will follow the program.
This program is FREE and open to the public. A free-will offering will be received.
LINK TO POSTER: https://bit.ly/FVAGOPosterMay8
LINK TO EVENT FLYER: https://bit.ly/FVAGOEventMay8

Haydn’s Mass in Time of Distress (Missa in angustiis)
2026-05-15 19:30 - 20:30 | First United Methodist Church Evanston, 516 Church Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States
The Festival Choir and Orchestra of First United Methodist Church of Evanston presents Haydn’s Mass in Time of Distress (Missa in angustiis) also known as the Nelson Mass. The program will be conducted by Brian Schoettler with soloists Kari Sorenson, Christine Ebeling Mando, William Johnson, and Joshua Green. The 7:30pm concert is free and open to the public.
Friday, May 15, 2026 – 7:30pm
Haydn’s Mass in Time of Distress (Missa in angustiis)
First United Methodist Church
516 Church Street, Evanston, Illinois 60201
Phone: 847-864-6181
Website: https://www.facebook.com/faithatfirst

Loyola's Organ Concert Series
2026-05-17 15:00 - 16:30 | MADONNA DELLA STRADA CHAPEL, 1032 W Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, 60660, United States
Loyola University present their free, monthly organ concert series on the 3rd Sunday of every month.
Performers play the Goulding and Wood organ in Loyola’s Madonna della Strada Chapel.
https://www.luc.edu/campusministry/mdschapel/organ/
Parking is free on Sundays in the main parking structure, enter at Kenmore and West Sheridan Road.
Madonna della Strada Chapel
6453 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
The concert is free and open to the public.

Cathedral Concert Series
2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Holy Name Cathedral, 730 N. Wabash, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
Organ concert featuring Christopher Pluntke, organist on the Flentrop Organ playing Bach, Part, Wammes, Pachelbel and Glass.

Duruflé: Complete Organ Works (Madonna Della Strada Chapel, Loyola University)
2026-06-21 15:00 - 16:30 | IL
Madonna Della Strada Chapel, Loyola University
1032 W Sheridan Road, Chicago
Raymond Nagem, Organ
Duruflé: Complete Organ Works
Summer Celebrity Series
Sunday, June 21, 2026
3:00 pm
https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/sacramentallife/organ/pdfs/Raymond%20Nagem%20Web%20Program.pdf
Loyola Concert Series
Third Sunday of every month at 3:00 p.m.
Parking is free on Sundays in the main parking structure, enter at Kenmore and West Sheridan Road.
https://www.luc.edu/campusministry/mdschapel/organ/
All are welcome!

Choral Reading Session and Reception
2026-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 | St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, 1140 WIlmette Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091, United States
Choral Reading Session and Reception
Sunday, September 27, 2:00 p.m.
St. Augustine’s Church
1140 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
The North Shore AGO invites members and friends to bring a set of copies of a choral anthem worth knowing and sharing. Those in attendance will sing the
anthems accompanied by the presenters playing the piano in the St. Augustine’s sanctuary. Afterward, we will gather for appetizers and some light refreshments.
Please invite a friend to join us for this free event.
