CONCERTS AT ST. JOHN’S

2026-2027 SEASON

St. John’s Musical Showcase

Sunday, 20 September, 3pm

In the church, with a reception in the parish hall.

This concert will feature organist Benjamin Kolodziej, joined by the professional musical talent resident at st. John’s, including the choir’s section leaders, Hannah Kilpatrick, Sarah Daniels, Drew Carr, Babs Ipaye, and Assistant Organist Katie Jarrett, all presenting a wide variety of music.

Parents’ Night Out: Pizza, Pipes and Singing

Friday, 2 October, 5.30pm

Begins in the church.

Parents of children grades K-5 are invited to drop their kids off for an evening of fun singing, learning about church music and musical instruments of the orchestra, and playing games. And a pizza dinner! Some of the music the children will learn they will sing the next Sunday morning at church. This event is open to children from the church and community, but a commitment to sing the next Sunday morning at St. John’s is required for participation.

Choral Evensong

Sunday, 1 November, 5pm

In the church. A reception follows in the parish hall.

St John’s Cantate Deo choir sings this contemplative and meditative service in remembrance of those saints who have gone before us in Christ.

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Sunday, 13 December, 5pm

In the church. A festive reception follows in the parish hall.

A long-standing tradition at St. John’s, this service of Advent and Christmas readings, choral music, and congregational carols, is offered as a gift to the community from the church. Come anticipate the birth of Christ in this festival service which will be followed by a grand reception.

Choral Evensong for Epiphany

with Burning of the Greens

Sunday, 10 January, 2027, 5pm

St John’s Cantate Deo Choir sings choral evensong, one of the crown jewels of Western church music, followed by the old English tradition of the “burning of the greens.” Families are invited to commemorate the end of Christmastide by bringing their Christmas greenery to be safely burned on the church grounds. Outdoor refreshments will be provided.

A Celebration of the 1920s!

Silent Film preceded by barbershop singing from “Sentimental Journey”

In the parish hall. Popcorn and drinks will be served.

Organist Benjamin Kolodziej accompanies Charlie Chaplin’s 1921 classic silent film, The Kid, considered one of the finest silent films in the genre. Arrive early at 5.30pm to experience the barbershop quartet “Sentimental Journey” sing beloved classics from simpler times.

Michael Schneider, Pianist

Sunday, 28 February, 3pm

In the parish hall.

Critics have hailed Michael Schneider as a “pianist with exceptional insight” and a “performer with great panache” in performances across the states and abroad. He has performed in legendary venues such as the chateau of George Sand in Nohant, France, Carnegies Weill Recital Hall, and the Library of Congress. His performance will include works of CPH Bach, Chopin, and Liszt.

Seven Last Words of Christ

Sunday, 7 March, 3pm

In the church, followed by a reception

in the parish hall.

Performed by St. John’s Cantate Deo choir with soloists and orchestra, this sacred oratorio by Theodore Dubois (1837-1924) is the composer’s most enduring work. Particularly appropriate during Lent, this music invites the listener to consider Christ on the cross.

Choral Evensong for Eastertide

Sunday, 18 April, 5pm

At St Matthew’s Cathedral

St. John’s Cantate Deo choir joins the Cathedral Choir of St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Dallas for a festival evensong for Eastertide, Keith Franks and Benjamin Kolodziej, organists and choirmasters. This will take place at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 5100 Ross Avenue, Dallas, TX.

Concert Bells of Fort Worth

Sunday, 25 April, 3pm