Enjoy an hour of organ music with esteemed organist Eugene Lavery, from Waco, Texas.
Our organ recital series features some of the finest organists playing one of America’s great organs. Grace Cathedral’s 7,466-pipe Aeolian-Skinner instrument, the Charles B. Alexander Memorial Organ (1934), is one of the first and finest American classic-style organs and is among the largest church organs in the West. Experiencing music in our gothic cathedral with its unique acoustics, soaring nave, and jewel-like stained glass windows is a feast for the ears, eyes, and soul.
Please note there is an admission fee for visitors on Sundays from 1 to 5 pm. Those wishing to attend the organ recital must register in advance to avoid paying the fee. Thank you for your understanding.
About the Organist
Organist and choral conductor Eugene Lavery is highly sought after as a performer and teacher, having concertized at venues such as St. Paul’s Cathedral, London; and St. Ignatius Loyola, New York; performed with the American Symphony Orchestra; and having appeared as an organist for live broadcasts for Television New Zealand and Radio New Zealand.
Eugene currently serves as Organist and Director of Music at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Waco, TX where he directs the semi-professional adult choir, the St. Alban’s Chorister Program, and a vibrant concert series. Eugene is also the conductor of the professional choral ensemble Vox Seraphim, which recently gave a full performance of Handel’s Messiah with period instruments.
Born in New Zealand, Eugene received his Bachelor of Music with First Class Honors from the University of Auckland and his Master of Music degree from The Juilliard School in New York.