Throughout Play the Organ Year 2025, organists around the UK and overseas will be holding First
Encounter performances and Play the Organ sessions designed to allow anyone to experience this
remarkable instrument first hand. Click the map (or overseas button if not in the UK) below to find
events listed for your region.
Methodist Central Hall, Storey's Gate, Westminster, London SW1 9NH
Methodist Central Hall’s monthly organ recital is given over to the launch of Play the Organ Year. The Hall’s Director of Music and former RCO President Gerard Brooks plays a 45-minute concert designed to show-off the venue’s magnificent organ with its 32-foot front pipes. This is followed by the opportunity for all who wish to try playing ‘The King of Instruments’ (no experience necessary!). Admission free / refreshments available. Book your free ticket at www.eventbrite.com/e/1077295101649 or just turn up on the day.
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1077295101649
Play Like a Girl
Saturday 6th September 2025 (11:00)
St Giles' Cripplegate, Fore St, Barbican, London EC2Y 8DA
St Andrew's URC, Montpellier Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1SP
Join Simon Williams, RCO Director for East, South, and South West England and members of the Gloucestershire Association of Organists to hear live organ music played, learn how the organ works and have-a-go yourself. All ages welcome. Free admission. Refreshments served. Sessions start at 14.00 and 15.00 hours.
Link: https://gloucestershireorganists.org/category/events/
