Lenten Organ Music at St. Anne’s

Many of you enjoy the organ music that is part of our Sunday worship – we are truly blessed to have an outstanding and colorful instrument, one that supports a wide range of musical traditions. So, on each Sunday during Lent this year, we will offer extended closing voluntaries of around 15 minutes in length following the 10:00 AM service (February 26, 2023 - April 2, 2023).

Larry Molinaro will play works by three important composers of liturgical organ music: J.S. Bach (1685-1750), César Franck (1822-1890), and Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986).  Larry says, “We will highlight compositions that capture the depth of reflection and prayer that is part of Lent.  There will be a special focus on the three chorales of César Franck, his last works, which have become a Lenten tradition in many churches.”

So be sure to stay those extra few minutes after the 10 a.m. services to hear these pieces and to let them become part of your Lenten observance:

February 26: Passacaglia in C minor, BWV 582 (Bach)
March 5: Chorale #3 in A minor (Franck)
March 12: Chorale #2 in B minor (Franck)
March 19: Chorale #1 in E major (Franck)
March 26: Toccata, from "Suite, Op. 5" (Duruflé)
April 2: Prélude, from "Suite Op. 5" (Duruflé)