A Sanctuary of Sound
in the Heart of the City

Opus 414 Events

The events detailed below involve Opus 414 or the efforts behind its restoration.

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events are currently scheduled.

Past Events

The Pipes are Calling!

When: Wednesday, August 30 - 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: FUMC at the Chicago Temple, 77 W. Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602.

What: A live voice recital to benefit the Organ Restoration, accompanied by organ and piano, featuring music by J.S. Bach, Mendelssohn, Saint-Saëns, Verdi, Donizetti, and others.

Musicians include soprano Ayla Langer, tenor Grant Papastefan, pianist Karina Kontorovitch, and organist Philip Kloeckner.

Cost: Free admission with a suggested donation to the Opus 414 restoration.

More Information: Program (PDF)

Bach 337

When: March 20, 2022 - 2 p.m.

Where: Streamed live on the church's Youtube and Facebook channels or in person at The Chicago Temple, 77 W. Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602.

What: A recital of organ music composed by Johann Sebastian Bach, presented in celebration of the 337th birthday of the much-admired genius composer. The event will showcase the kaleidoscopic sounds of Opus 414, the large symphonic-style organ at the church.

Cost: Free will offering to support the organ restoration project.

More Information: BACH 337 News Release (PDF) | Bach 337 Program (PDF)

Opera & Organ (featuring Grammy winner Mark S. Doss)

When: September 14 - 6 p.m.

Where: First United Methodist Church at Chicago Temple, 77 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602

What: An enchanting evening of music featuring classic arias and choruses from masters including Verdi, Mussorgsky, Mozart, Puccini, Wagner, Smetana, Gruenberg, Bizet and Joplin.

Cost: Advance tickets $40; Day-of ticket: $55; Senior Rate: $40; Children 18 and under are free but still require ticket.

Tickets: Online at brownpapertickets.com or by phone at (800) 838-3006

More Information: Opera & Organ Flier (PDF) | Opera & Organ - Program (PDF)