The Basilica of St. Mary, the Co-Cathedral of the Archdiocese of St. Paul-Minneapolis, Minnesota, is hosting a year-long celebration of the 65th anniversary of the dedication of its “Centennial Organ,” Wicks Organ Company Opus 3047.
The initial program, October 15, features organists Kim Kasling, Christopher Stroh, and Robert Vickery playing works from the inaugural recital by Mario Salvador, October 15, 1950.
The November 8 concert features the Three Chorales of César Franck, commemorating the 125th anniversary of the composer’s death.
Other future programs include an April 15, 2016, performance of organ and choral works by Maurice Duruflé and an October 15, 2016, concert of organ, choral, and brass works featuring the Basilica Cathedral Choir and Brass under the direction of Teri Larson and Basilica organist Christopher Stroh.
For further details, visit www.mary.org.
