The Western Massachusetts Chapter of the American Guild of Organists serves the community of organists and organ-music lovers from the western state border through the Berkshires and across the Connecticut River to the Quabbin Reservoir.
We welcome concert organists, church organists, organ students, and enthusiasts who might not play the organ but care every bit as much that the legacy of this amazing instrument remains alive and vital.
"Hook & Hastings Farewell for Now Concert Sunday, October 25, 2026 -- 4:00pm
Where: Trinity Church, 17 Severance Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
Keith Rollinson has been the Music Director at Trinity Church, Shelburne Falls, for the past six+ years. Thanks to a successful capital campaign, the funds are (almost) all in to give its beloved organ a second lease on life – a major restoration and mild expansion, due to begin this November. Prior to the organ’s dismantlement and journey up to the builder’s shop in Vermont, Keith will give a “farewell, for now” recital on this wonderful 1883 Hook and Hastings organ. Come listen to selections from six centuries of organ literature, spanning from Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck to Philip Glass. No admission charge, though free will offerings benefitting the campaign gladly accepted. Refreshments following the recital in Fellowship Hall.
Our chapter's 80th Anniversary concert: "The Echoing Vault" A Collaboration with the Illumine Vocal Ensemble Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 -- 2:00 pm
Location: Abbey Chapel, Mt. Holyoke College, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075
