Paul Jacobs, organ

Paul Jacobs seated at organ

April 23, 2022 | 7:30PM
Rockefeller Chapel

$40 | $20 under 35 | $10 Students

John Weaver: Fantasia for Organ
Cesar Franck: Prelude, Fugue, and Variation, Op. 18
Dudley Buck: Concert Variations on The Star-Spangled Banner, Op. 23
J.S. Bach: Arioso from Cantata, BWV 156
Alexandre Guilmant: Sonata No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 42

Dubbed “a virtuoso of dazzling technical acumen” by The New York Times, GRAMMY-winning organist Paul Jacobs takes the helm of Rockefeller Chapel’s 8,565-pipe E.M. Skinner organ. An eloquent champion of his instrument, Mr. Jacobs is known for his imaginative interpretations and charismatic stage presence. 

Supported by the Brian Gerrish Organ Performance Fund. Presented in partnership with Rockefeller Memorial Chapel. 

 

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