Jan Kraybill

I'm always thrilled to play on this annual celebration of French organ music, sponsored and hosted by Mario Pearson, the director of music at the beautiful "gold dome" Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in my hometown, and co-sponsored by the Greater Kansas City Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.

This year I'll be performing the dramatic Sonata/Symphony No. 1 by Alexandre Guilmant. My performance begins at 4:30pm, but I encourage you to join me for the entire glorious three hours of music! The Festival's motto is "Venez quand vous pouvez, restez aussi longtemps que vous voulez, partez quand il vous le faut." (Come when you can, stay as long as you want, and leave when you must.)

A large screen projects a live video feed from the organ console, so the audience can see hands and feet in action. A livestream will be available for those unable to attend the event in person.

For much more information, visit https://www.kcago.com/events/french-organ-music-festival-xiv

I can't wait to collaborate with these marvelous musicians in this fascinating concert!

From the KCS website:

Matthias Pintscher, music director and conductor

George Li, piano

Luke Kritzeck, production designer

LUCIANO BERIO Sequenza V for solo trombone

EDGARD VARÈSE Déserts

ALEXANDER SCRIABIN Prometheus: The Poem of Fire

This extraordinary event is an exploration of outer worlds, inner space and the power of artistic creation. Curated by Music Director Matthias Pintscher and acclaimed production designer Luke Kritzeck, evocative music from three composers transports you on a multisensory journey. Luciano Berio’s Sequenza V pushes a solo trombone to its limits. Edgard Varèse’s Déserts was the first piece to incorporate recorded tape as part of the score and uses sounds to explore both physical deserts and those of the human spirit. Filmmaker Bill Viola’s 1994 avant-garde film of the same name, designed to express visually what Varèse expresses musically, will accompany the piece. Alexander Scriabin’s Prometheus: The Poem of Fire was composed for orchestra, with indications of light and color written into the score; Kritzeck’s innovative production design brings Scriabin’s vision to life using cutting-edge technology. It all comes together in a concert that shapes what you hear, what you see and what you feel.

For details and tickets, visit https://tickets.kcsymphony.org/prometheus

I'm pleased to present a concert at this small-but-mighty church in my hometown metro area. If the weather's nice, I might arrive on my Harley. I hope to see you there!

This concert, titled "From Generation to Generation," celebrates memories, knowledge, and faith passed from generation to generation. Music has the power to draw us together, giving voice to our shared journey and inspiring us to create a future with renewed optimism.

Planned repertoire:

JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH (1685-1750): Fugue in D Major, BWV 532

CARL PHILLIP EMMANUEL BACH (1714-1788): Pedal exercitium (BWV 598)

FELA SOWANDE (1905-1987): Go Down, Moses

CHARLES VILLIERS STANFORD (1852-1924): Intermezzo on an Irish Air ("Danny Boy"), Op. 189, No. 4

MAX REGER (1886-1971): Variations and Fugue on "Heil dir im Siegerkranz" ("My Country 'Tis of Thee")

GEOFFREY WILCKEN (b. 1972): Our Father: Meditations on the Lord's Prayer, Op. 77

RACHEL LAURIN (1961-2023): The Dialogue of the Mockingbirds, Op. 68, No. 3

FÉLIX-ALEXANDRE GUILMANT (1873-1911): Final from Symphonie No. 1 for Organ, Op. 42

This workshop on "E-E-E" practice (rehearsal that is effective, efficient, and leads to excellence) is sponsored by the Central Missouri chapter of the American Guild of Organists. We'll discuss concepts for achieving excellence, inspired by talented people in all walks of life, and apply them to practical techniques for musicians. All are welcome -- whether you're an organist or not!

This concert, sponsored by the Central Missouri chapter of the American Guild of Organists, celebrates memories, knowledge, and faith passed from generation to generation. Music has the power to draw us together, giving voice to our shared journey and inspiring us to create a future with renewed optimism.

Planned repertoire:

JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH (1685-1750): Fugue in D Major, BWV 532

CARL PHILLIP EMMANUEL BACH (1714-1788): Pedal exercitium (BWV 598)

FELA SOWANDE (1905-1987): Go Down, Moses

CHARLES VILLIERS STANFORD (1852-1924): Intermezzo on an Irish Air ("Danny Boy"), Op. 189, No. 4

MAX REGER (1886-1971): Variations and Fugue on "Heil dir im Siegerkranz" ("My Country 'Tis of Thee")

GEOFFREY WILCKEN (b. 1972): Our Father: Meditations on the Lord's Prayer, Op. 77

RACHEL LAURIN (1961-2023): The Dialogue of the Mockingbirds, Op. 68, No. 3

FÉLIX-ALEXANDRE GUILMANT (1873-1911): Final from Symphonie No. 1 for Organ, Op. 42