The Arts at St. John's


​Bringing world class musicians to Blue Bell for over 20 years, the Arts at St. John's is pleased to offer the community free concerts four times during the year.  The events of the series are free and open to the public. An offering will be received at each concert to support the work of the series. 

To request a season brochure and to be added to our mailing list, please call or email the church office at 610-277-1086 or  stjohn1802@gmail.com.

2023-2024 Concert Series

Upcoming Concerts
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Doppelflote
Sunday, October 8, 2023
​4:00 pm


Melissa Freilich, Flute
Vincent M. Ryan, Organ

Doppelflote's enthusiasm for making music together is evident in their impeccable ensemble.  Comfortable with a wide variety of music, they continually strive to expand their repertoire, and are honored to have presented several premieres.  Together, Melissa and Vince are "Doppelflote", specializing in flute and organ concerts that are not just heard, but experienced.

Lament to Glory
Sunday, November 19, 2023
​4:00 pm

St. John's Festival Choir and Chamber Orchestra
Lawrence Baker, Director

Tomaso Albinoni
Adagio for Strings and Organ 
Stephen Rapp, Organ

Johann Sebastian Bach
Solo Cantata BWV 82
“Ich habe genug”
Maja Lisa Fritzhuspen, Mezzo-Soprano

Mårten Jansson
Requiem Novum
Deborah Swider, Soprano

Philalea Piano Trio
Sunday, February 11, 2024
4:00 pm

Andreia Torain, Violin
Linda Metzler, Cello
Elise Auerbach, Piano

Ludwig van Beethoven
Trio in D Major, Op. 70, #1
The Ghost

Joaquin Turina
Fantasia for Piano, Violin and Violoncello
Circulo

Antonin Dvorak
Trio in E Minor, Op. 90
Dumky

Philadelphia Bronze
Sunday, May 5, 2024
4:00 pm
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Philadelphia Bronze is an advanced auditioned handbell ensemble that seeks to pursue the highest level of excellency in ringing and ringing techniques. Under the direction of Hyosang Park, the group performs in and around the Philadelphia region on up to seven octaves of Malmark bells and chimes.  Drawing ringers from New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania, the ensemble maintains the highest level of technique standard while artistically expressing
elegant energy.