Events
Ken Cowan in Concert on the St. Cecilia Organ
May 10, 2026, 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
A return performance by organist Ken Cowan featuring works by Elgar, Wagner, Guilmant and Karg-Elert! The St. Cecilia Organ’s unique surround-sound design combined with Mr. Cowan’s “technical mastery, expressivity, musicality, and sheer brilliance” (The American Organist) will embrace all your senses and stir your soul.
Invitational Weekend Retreat
Do Not Be Afraid: Standing Against the Lies Told by Fear
May 22-24, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
The command, “Do not be afraid,” is recorded almost 70 times in the Bible. Why? Fear, though common to us all, is also a destructive force, often robbing us of joy and peace. It hinders our walk with God and clouds our vision of his love. How do we actually hear and obey the command, “do not be afraid?” On this retreat, we will take time to identify the fears that harass us and learn how to overcome them.
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J. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244
May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM
May 30, 2026, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
with Gloriæ Dei Cantores and Creare Symphonia
First performed on Good Friday in 1727, Bach’s St. Matthew Passion is the longest and perhaps the most complex of his works, written for solo voices, double choir and double orchestra. The Gospel According to Matthew provides the story of Christ’s last days, but the actual libretto includes Christian Friedrich Henrici’s poetry and texts from other theologians and composers.
Gaudete Baroque Ensemble in Concert: Unbridled JOY
June 6, 7:30 PM
June 7, 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Monteverdi’s Vespers
August 14, 7:30 PM
August 15, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Performed by Gloriæ Dei Cantores
Directed by Richard K. Pugsley
Monica Berney Organ Concert
August 19, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
A true star among young classical musicians, Monica Berney is one of the finest organists on the scene today. Known for her technical mastery, effortless musicality, and engaging stage presence, she has been inspiring audiences from coast to coast. Don’t miss her summer concert on the surround-sound St. Cecilia organ!
“Artistic mastery far beyond her years.” The American Organist
Gregorian Chant Retreat
The Noble Chants of St. Michael & All Angels
September 27-30, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
Gregorian chant has long been known to foster peace, health, vitality, and a closer connection to God. These retreats are for everyone—from scholars with years of experience to anyone who seeks the beauty and benefits of this ancient music. Join us as we explore the riches of this glorious tradition in the beauty of a monastery on Cape Cod.
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Daniel Roth in Concert on the St. Cecilia Organ
November 6, 2026, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Daniel Roth is Titular Organist at St. Sulpice in Paris, and was Professor of Organ at the Musikhochschule in Frankfurt am Main from 1995 to 2007.
LONDON: “Daniel Roth showed himself a master both stylistically and technically …”—Musical Times
PARIS: “His strong technique … the wild character of his improvisations as well as his accomplished knowledge of harmony have rightly impressed the audience.”
—Le Figaro
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