Organ Concert feat. Chad Fothergill

On Sunday, October 13, at 2:00 PM, Emanuel Lutheran Church of Fitchburg invites you to join us for an inspiring organ concert titled, Laudate eum in psalterio…et choro…et organo –Praise him with psalter…and with choir…and with organ. This concert is a highlight of Emanuel’s Jubilee 2024 celebration, commemorating fifty years of faithful Christian community in their current church building.

We are honored to welcome guest organist Chad Fothergill, a distinguished musicologist from Duke University. Mr. Fothergill will also serve as our guest organist during the 10:00 AM worship service on the same day, where we will once again reflect on the Jubilee 2024 theme as a prelude to the afternoon’s concert.

The program, inspired by the psalms, promises a rich and varied musical experience. As Mr. Fothergill notes, “The psalter ends with an enthusiastic musical
exclamation and exhortation: Laudate eum. Praise God with voices and instruments in the holy temple for exceeding greatness.” The concert will feature organ music that draws from the depth and breadth of the psalms, showcasing both newly composed pieces and timeless melodies rooted in plainsong and Reformation-era tunes. The inventive treatments and diverse colors of the music aim to fully explore the resources of the organ, capturing the vibrant spirit of Psalm 150’s closing call: “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Hallelujah!”

This concert has been made possible by the Virginia Hanson Memorial Fund, through the generosity of her children, and we are deeply grateful for their support in bringing this special event to Emanuel. Following the concert, please join us for a reception with refreshments, where we can continue our celebration of this joyous occasion.