Organ concert: "Mainly Bach for Christmas"

for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom
Organist Richard Davies writes:
“It has been said that the most important stop on any organ is the acoustic of the space in which it is heard and this is certainly very true in the case of Charlton and the magnificent ambience this grand building lends to the fine tone of its 1870 Bevington instrument.

'Mainly Bach for Christmas' is a programme of seasonal organ music charting the story of Advent and the Nativity through chorale preludes based on some of the best-known Christmas hymns of the Lutheran church. The music includes works by Brahms, Daquin (variations on the Old Noel) and Buxtehude. It also features Bach’s lively Fantasia in G before closing with his majestic Fantasia and Fugue in C minor.

Performed in the twilight of a winter evening and accompanied by mulled wine and mince pies in the atmospheric setting of Charlton Church, this recital aims to usher in the spirit of Christmas, and there might even be an early flake of snow!”

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Welcome to St Peter and St Paul's, known as Charlton Church. We are a friendly and active church, providing four services each week and twice-monthly special services for families. Our beautiful church, 'the cathedral of Dover', plays an important role in our community through outreach and through social and cultural events. Whether you have religious faith or not, wish to learn about Christianity, try church or find a place where there is friendship and support, Charlton Church has something for you. Do get in touch or just come along to one of our services or social events. You will find more details on our website.

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NEEDED! SOMEBODY TO TAKE THE MINUTES AT PCC MEETINGS!

A few times a year, the church council (PCC) meets on a Sunday morning to discuss things.

Our secretary has resigned after 25 years, so now we’re seeking a volunteer to take on this role.

Initially, we need somebody simply to take notes of what’s said, type up the Minutes and send them to our lovely priest, Revd Melissa Carter.

The next meeting is in January.

If you have spare time and would like to help your local church in this key role as a volunteer, please get in touch with Camilla. 07578 220209


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Organ concert: "Mainly Bach for Christmas"

for 1 hour
Charlton Church
St Alphege Road Charlton-in-Dover, CT162PU, United Kingdom

Organist Richard Davies writes:
“It has been said that the most important stop on any organ is the acoustic of the space in which it is heard and this is certainly very true in the case of Charlton and the magnificent ambience this grand building lends to the fine tone of its 1870 Bevington instrument.

'Mainly Bach for Christmas' is a programme of seasonal organ music charting the story of Advent and the Nativity through chorale preludes based on some of the best-known Christmas hymns of the Lutheran church. The music includes works by Brahms, Daquin (variations on the Old Noel) and Buxtehude. It also features Bach’s lively Fantasia in G before closing with his majestic Fantasia and Fugue in C minor.

Performed in the twilight of a winter evening and accompanied by mulled wine and mince pies in the atmospheric setting of Charlton Church, this recital aims to usher in the spirit of Christmas, and there might even be an early flake of snow!”

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