Music at First Presby

Music at First Presby A Concert Series presented at First Presbyterian Church, Charleston, West Virginia.

05/13/2026

A sneak peek into rehearsal for Friday night's Hymn Festival: Here is a brief clip of Daniel E Gawthrop's sublime anthem "Sing Me to Heaven". Hear this piece in its entirety as well as much more at WHEN IN OUR MUSIC: A Classic Hymn Festival Celebrating Music and Song this Friday, May 15 at 7pm at First Presbyterian Church Charleston, WV.

A local connection to Matthew Shepard, whose story will be told as a part of our Spring 2026 Concert Series through Crai...
03/20/2026

A local connection to Matthew Shepard, whose story will be told as a part of our Spring 2026 Concert Series through Craig Hella Johnson’s cantata “Considering Matthew Shepard” to benefit Fairness West Virginia.

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Matt, a lifelong Episcopalian murdered in a hate crime because he was gay, was later memorialized at Washington National Cathedral, where his remains are interred, and is honored locally through a portrait displayed by the St. Ambrose Choir.

Announcing the Music at First Presby 2026 Spring Concert Series:Lenten Organ Recital Series Wednesdays in Lent at 12:1...
02/10/2026

Announcing the Music at First Presby 2026 Spring Concert Series:

Lenten Organ Recital Series
Wednesdays in Lent at 12:15pm
February 25: David Donathan
March 4: Bruce Rous
March 11: Daniel Faber
March 18: Chris Engel
March 25: Jayson Keeton

"The Crucifixion"
Sunday, March 1 at 4:00pm
Eric Christopher Perry, tenor
Will Prapestis, bass
The Charleston Civic Chorus

"Still, My Soul Sings: An Evening of Sacred Song"
Sunday, March 22 at 7:00pm
Lindsay Marchio, soprano

"Considering Matthew Shepard"
Sunday, April 26 at 7:00pm
Featuring VONE: Voices of the New Era

"When in Our Music..."
Friday, May 15 at 7:00pm
Jayson Keeton leads from the historic Fisk organ

12/19/2025

"This year’s program is in a Lessons & Carols format with several choir anthems, hymns, scripture readings, and some organ music. While some years may focus on the Christmas story and Christ’s birth, this year we focus on Advent — the waiting and anticipation — of his birth." - Jayson Keeton, Director of Music

Join First Presbyterian Church Charleston, WV on Sunday, December 21 at 4:00 p.m. for the “Lessons & Carols for Advent.” A Christmas Eve performance will be held at 8:00 p.m. with music from the First Presbyterian Church Sanctuary Choir and soprano, Lindsay Marchio, beginning at 7:45 p.m.

Read more in our latest issue of Magnify the Message. https://online.flippingbook.com/view/229637736/14/

11/04/2025

The Charleston Civic Chorus concert originally scheduled for Friday, November 9 at First Presbyterian Church Charleston, WV has been postponed. Follow this page for updates. Join us for our next event on Sunday, December 21 at 4:00pm in the Sanctuary of First Presby for A Festival of Lessons and Carols for Advent.

12/23/2024

Thanks to all who came out to yesterday's concert!

Thanks to Perry Bennett Photography for some great shots of the rehearsal for Friday night’s concert!
10/17/2024

Thanks to Perry Bennett Photography for some great shots of the rehearsal for Friday night’s concert!

Announcing the Music at First Presby Fall 2024 Concert Series:Sunday, September 15, 4:00pm: Joe Marchio, organFriday, O...
08/30/2024

Announcing the Music at First Presby Fall 2024 Concert Series:

Sunday, September 15, 4:00pm: Joe Marchio, organ
Friday, October 18, 7:00pm: 1+1=2: Great Duets of Theatre
Sunday, December 22, 4:00pm: Tapestry of Light: A Celtic Christmas Celebration

All concerts are presented with FREE ADMISSION, with donations accepted for First Presby's designated mission partners.

For more information, visit www.musicatfirstpresby.com or email [email protected]

What a night! Now that the performance is over, here is the highlights album from last night’s dress rehearsal! Thanks t...
02/03/2024

What a night! Now that the performance is over, here is the highlights album from last night’s dress rehearsal! Thanks to photographer extraordinaire Perry Bennett Photography!

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A sneak preview of Friday night’s performance from tonight’s dress rehearsal. Thanks to Perry Bennett Photography for th...
02/02/2024

A sneak preview of Friday night’s performance from tonight’s dress rehearsal. Thanks to Perry Bennett Photography for the great shots!

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