At the beginning of June, six of ‘The Friends’ Committee were among the very appreciative audience that thoroughly enjoyed a piano recital by Maria Kustas, hosted by Derek and Rosanne Lorkin, to raise funds for us. We readily agreed at our next committee to accept Derek and Rosanne’s generous offer to invite Maria back in […]
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Recital by David Pipe (Leeds), 1pm, Tuesday 16 July 2019
Join us at 1pm on Tuesday 16 July 2019 for a recital by David Pipe (Leeds); the first visit of this very accomplished organ recitalist who has received acclaim throughout the UK and in the USA for his exciting interpretations. Free entry, retiring collection. Overture from An Occasional Oratorio, HW 62 – G.F. Handel (1685 […]
Read moreProgrammes announced for Moot Hall Organ recitals, July-September 2019
The full programme for this summer’s Moot Hall Organ recitals can now be downloaded here. All recitals start at 1pm; admission is free with retiring collection for the Friends of the Moot Hall Organ. The season starts on Tuesday 16 July with David Pipe (Leeds Cathedral) playing Handel, Whitlock, Buxtehude, Mendelssohn, Huw Morgan, Liszt and […]
Read moreComposer interview: Alan Bullard
We talk to distinguished local composer Alan Bullard about composing for organ, and the role of the Moot Hall Organ in the musical life of Colchester. Read full interview here: Composer interview: Alan Bullard.
Read morePiano Studio recital by Maria Kustas for the Friends of the Moot Hall Organ, Sunday 9 June 2019
‘The Friends of the Moot Hall Organ’ have been invited to a unique event! It’s a Piano Recital to raise funds for ‘The Friends’ in the Piano Studio of fellow Moot Hall Organ supporters in Colchester. It will be on Sunday 9th June at 3pm and it will be given by Maria Kustas, playing their […]
Read moreMoot Hall Organ Recitals July-September 2019
A series of three Lunchtime Recitals on the magnificent Moot Hall Organ; listen to this splendid instrument whilst enjoying the ambiance of Colchester’s elegant Town Hall. Admission is free, with a retiring collection in aid of The Friends of the Moot Hall Organ. 1pm Tuesday 16 July 2019: David Pipe (Leeds) First visit of this […]
Read more1pm, Tuesday 12 March 2019 recital: Ian and Oliver Ray
Join us at 1pm on Tuesday 12th March 2019 for a recital by Ian Ray (piano) and Oliver Ray (cello). Free entry, retiring collection. Winter Variations – Alan Bullard Sonata in G minor for cello & piano – Frederic Chopin
Read moreRecital by Gillian Ward-Russell, 1pm, Tuesday 12 March 2019
Due to unforseen circumstances, this recital will now be a performance by Ian Ray (piano) with Oliver Ray (cello). Dr Ward-Russell’s planned recital has been rescheduled for 1pm Tuesday 13th August 2019.
Read moreRecital by Ian Ray with Amoroso (Director Ian Jewitt), 1pm Tuesday 12th February 2019
Join us at 1pm on Tuesday 12th February 2019 for a recital by Ian Ray (Hon Borough Organist) with Amoroso directed by Ian Jewitt. Free entry, retiring collection. Prelude & Fugue in A minor BWV 54 – Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750) Amoroso – a feast of music for the soul Amoroso brings together […]
Read moreRecital by Andrew Cantrill-Fenwick, 1pm, Tuesday 8 January 2019
Join us at 1pm on Tuesday 8th January 2019 for a recital by Andrew Cantrill-Fenwick (Newcastle). Free entry, retiring collection. Marche Pontificale (Symphony 1) – Charles-Marie Widor (1844 – 1937) Andantino in F – Louis Lefébure-Wély (1817 – 1869) Bolero de Concert – Louis Lefébure-Wély Es ist ein ‘Ros’ entsprungen – Johannes Brahms (1833 – […]
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