Upcoming Events
Music at Midday | Nikita Annenkov, cello; Yihan Zhang, piano
Wednesday, October 1, 12:15 p.m.
Nikita Annenkov, cello; Yihan Zhang, piano
Take a break from the busy workweek and experience a breathtaking performance of music for cello and piano.
Free and open to the public | Freewill offering
Music at Midday | Jeanne Norton, harp
Wednesday, November 5, 12:15 p.m.
Jeanne Norton, harp; Joshua Stafford, orgn
Take a break from the busy workweek and experience a calming performance of music for cello and piano.
Music at Midday: Joshua Stafford, organ
Wednesday, December 3 at 12:15 p.m.
Organist Joshua Stafford offers a program of organ music for Advent.
Free and open to the public | Freewill offering
Music at Midday | Michael Unger, harpsichord
Wednesday, February 4, 12:15 p.m.
Michael Unger, harpsichord
Take a break from the busy workweek and experience the artistry of Michael Unger at our beautiful Bechtel Harpsichord.
Free and open to the public | Freewill offering
Music at Midday | Richard Fitzgerald, organ
Wednesday, March 4, 12:15 p.m.
Richard Fitzgerald, organist
Take a break from the busy workweek and experience the artistry of Dr. Richard K. Fitzgerald the Director of Music and Organist of Saint Joseph Cathedral, Columbus, Ohio
Free and open to the public | Freewill offering
Music at Midday | Jeremy Bankson, organ
Wednesday, May 6, 12:15 p.m.
Jeremy Bankson, organist
Take a break from the busy workweek and experience the artistry of Jeremy Bankson, the Director of Music and Organist of Prince of Peace Lutheran in Dublin.
Free and open to the public | Freewill offering
Music at Midday | Rees Taylor Roberts, organ
Wednesday, May 7, 12:15 p.m.
Rees Taylor Roberts, organ
Take a break from the busy workweek and enjoy the artistry of organist Rees Taylor Roberts, a graduate of Indiana University and Arizona State University.
Music at Midday | Andrew Sords, violin
Wednesday, April 2, 12:15 p.m.
Andrew Sords, violin
Be captivated by the fiery brilliance and delicate mastery of violinist Andrew Sords! Praised for his "flawless performance" and "consummate musicianship," Andrew has thrilled audiences worldwide with his expressive and passionate playing. Join us for an extraordinary performance and experience the artistry of a true virtuoso.
Music at Midday | Qin Ying Tan, harpsichord, Guillermo Salas-Suárez, violin
Wednesday, February 5, 12:15 p.m.
Qin Ying Tan, harpsichord, Guillermo Salas-Suárez, violin
Take a break from the busy workweek and experience an unforgettable concert of Baroque brilliance with acclaimed violinist Guillermo Salas-Suárez and harpsichordist Dr. Qin Ying Tan. Don’t miss this extraordinary showcase of talent, artistry, and musical heritage.
Music at Midday | History of the Carol
Wednesday, December 4, 12:15 p.m.
Elizabeth McConnaughey, soprano; Sean Ferguson, lute
Take a break from the busy holiday season to listen to some of your favorite carols from around the world and learn the story behind them!
Music at Midday | Owen Reyda, organist
Wednesday, November 6, 12:15 p.m.
Join us for a midday treat! This 45-minute program will feature both the Kimball and Beckerath organs of First Church. Owen Reyda is a second year organ performance major at Oberlin Conservatory of Music, studying with Jonathan Moyer. In the summer of 2024, Owen worked with First Church minister of music Joshua Stafford as an organ scholar at Chautauqua Institution. He has played for local churches in his hometown Westfield, NY, as well as participating in summer organ events and academies. Owen also enjoys playing the piano, singing in choirs, and accompanying musicals. Owen plays for St. Paul Lutheran Church in Amherst, Ohio.