Welcome!Welcome to the web site of the District of Columbia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.
Our city and its surrounding areas boast a lively pipe organ culture, to which our Chapter members contribute significantly. We invite all who love the pipe organ and its music to explore this website for opportunities to attend AGO-sponsored events as well as concerts in our churches and concert halls. All are welcome, no matter if you're an official AGO member or not. Our mission is to share the glories of the "King of Instruments" with everyone. Perhaps you found this site because you are interested in becoming a member of the Chapter. We would be delighted if you would join our ranks. To join, go to agohq.org. Click on the Membership tab, then Join the Guild, and Join as a chapter member. We also welcome you to become a dual member with us and your home chapter. Thank you for visiting us. We hope that you will join us for one or more of our seasonal events. Juneteenth celebration Saturday, June 21The chapter will gather Saturday, June 21, for a "Start of Summer" workshop to celebrate Juneteenth.
The program will run from 10 am to 5 pm at First Baptist Church, 1328 16th St. NW. The day will include workshops on healthy keyboard techniques, black composers of the DC area, and pipe organs of historic black churches in the DC area. A member recital of works by black composers will conclude the day at 5 pm. |
Cinco de Mayo Trivia and Taco Party May 5
Join us Monday, May 5 at 6 pm at St. John’s, Lafayette Square for a trivia party, sheet music and CD swap, and organ open console to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
We will have free tacos, beverages, and prizes for our trivia winners! The church is at 1525 H St. NW, across from Lafayette Park and the White House. There is no parking. The closest Metro stops are Farragut West and Farragut North. Please sign up here so we know how much food to get: https://forms.gle/WfENmDXGSYpMV6wP7 Lunch with the board May 23Chapter members are invited to join the board for lunch on Friday, May 23 following the 12:15 pm Music at Midday recital at National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Circle NW.
We will share ideas and goals and hear about the state of the Tri-Chapter AGO community. Potomac Organ Institute End-of-Year Masterclass (5/3) and Recital (5/21)e four Potomac Organ Institute scholars for 2024-25 will have a masterclass at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 3 and a recital on Wednesday, May 21, at 6 pm. The church is at 1724 Chain Bridge Road, in McLean, VA.
The POi, supported by the DC, Potomac and Northern Virginia chapters, is staffed by local teachers and coordinators who volunteer their time to encourage pianists to begin studying the organ and to increase awareness of the need for well-trained organists. Join us as we develop and support inspiring new organists! For more organ events, click on Calendar tab at top |
