Organist Cherry Rhodes to Perform at ELPC

The Organ Artists Series (OAS) of Pittsburgh will present renowned organist Cherry Rhodes in concert at 4 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 26, at East Liberty Presbyterian Church (ELPC, 116 S. Highland Ave., Pittsburgh). The concert will be co-presented with the Cathedral Concerts series at ELPC.

One of the world’s most sought-after musicians, Ms. Rhodes is best-known for being the first American to win an international organ competition, her 1966 victory at the XV Internationaler Musikwettbewerb der Rundfunkanstalten der Bundesrepublik Deutschland in Munich. She currently serves as an adjunct professor of organ at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music.

Ms. Rhodes will begin the concert by performing works by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750), Johannes Brahms (1883–1897), and Dezső Antalffy-Zsiross (1885–1945). Following an intermission, she will continue with music by Modest Moussorgsky (1839–1881).

Showcasing Ms. Rhodes talents will be ELPC’s Goulding & Wood/Aeolian-Skinner organ, which ranks among the largest and finest organs in the country and features more than 8,000 pipes hidden within the stonework of the massive church.

A reception with light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments follows the concert. Parking is available immediately adjacent to the venue. Tickets on sale in advance or at the door are $12; $5 for students.

For more information or to pre-order tickets, visit www.oas-series.com or call 412.242.2787.