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The Music of Calvary Episcopal Church
The Parish Choir at Calvary Church is committed to the achievement of excellence of performance in both worship services and non-liturgical musical events. The choir is open, by audition, to men and women of all denominations and maintains the highest standards of Anglican choral practice.
The Donald Stickney Dudley Memorial OrganBack to Top
The organ a gift from the family of Donald Stickney Dudley was built in Buffalo by the Schlicker Organ Company and installed in 1970. The instrument has a total of 41 stops, comprising 49 ranks, totaling 2,478 pipes ranging in size from 3/4 inch to 16 feet.
Special Services Featuring the Calvary ChoirBack to Top
| 5:00pm | Service of Evensong |
| 5:00pm | A Service of Evensong for Feast of All Saints |
| 5:00pm | Service of Advent Lessons and Carols |
The Niederlander CarillonBack to Top
The Niederlander Carillon, a gift of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Niederlander, is the only authentic carillon in Western New York. It is one of 178 in North America. Initially a chime of 15 bells in 1959, it was expanded, by Mrs Niederlander to a 37 bell Carillon in 1966. In 1995, through contributions of generous donors, 7 bells were added creating the only 44-bell, 3 1/2 octave carillon in North America. The Carillonneur, seated at the console, used both fists and feet to activate the clappers. There is no electrical assist in this process.
The Summer Carillon Concert SeriesBack to Top
The Carillon Concert Series is the fulfillment of a dream envisioned by Daniel and Grace Niederlander. Their gift of the Carillon would be the focal point of a concert series given for the Church and the Community. On Wednesday evenings during July (excepting Old Home Days Wednesday) and the first/second Wednesday in August there is a two-part musical program presented. The first part features a concert on the Niederlander Carillon by national and international Carillonneurs, followed by a second concert of varied musical offerings performed by talented ensembles from the Western New York area. 2004 marks the 26th year of the Series. During that time over 25,000 people have attended this unique offering. 2008 will be it's 30th anniversary. The 2008 series starts July 2, 2008. For further information about the Carillon Concert Series, please contact Series Coordinator Gloria Werblow.
