Events

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Gregorian Chant Retreat
July 9 – 13 FEAST OF ST BENEDICT

Highlights include:

  • Chant instruction for all experience levels
  • Singing Gregorian Chant in the Church of the Transfiguration where Liturgy of the Hours is sung
  • Attending the daily Divine Offices
  • Lovely meals and accommodations overlooking the Cape Cod Bay
  • Join us as we explore the riches of this glorious tradition.

Specifics:
Price: $595 including 3 days of meals and accommodations.Retreat fee includes lodging and all meals beginning with dinner on Sunday, July 9 and ending after breakfast on Thursday, July 13

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Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Independence Day Service

July 4, 2023

Celebrate the 4th of July at a service honoring Independence Day with reflections on God’s guiding hand over America’s founding and history, and music by Gloriæ Dei Cantores and other ensembles of Arts Empowering Life at the Church of the Transfiguration, Rock Harbor, Orleans.
No Tickets Required.

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Organ Concert: Hymns of Faith and Praise

Sunday, July 16, 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
In-person and Livestreamed

Be enveloped by the surround-sounds of the St. Cecilia Organ and its kaleidoscope of colors at the Church of the Transfiguration in Orleans! This joyous summer program performed by Artists-in-Residence, SharonRose Pfeiffer and James Jordan, includes works based on well-loved hymns including Love Divine all loves excelling, What a friend we have in Jesus, and O Sons and Daughters, let us see.

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Forgiveness brings Freedom: A Symphony of Scenes

Presented by Elements Theatre Company
Wednesday-Saturday, July 26-29, 7:30 PM
Sunday, July 30, 3:00 PM

Performing Arts Building
95 Southern Eagle Cartway, Brewster, MA

Journey with Elements Theatre Company as they present A Symphony of Scenes, a collection of works from Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, John Donne, and others, playing on the themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and freedom.

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Transfiguration Concerts

August 4 & 5, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration

Be filled with the awe and glory of Transfiguration as Gloriæ Dei Cantores and friends collaborate to offer a striking program including Rutter’s Gloria, Mozart’s Alleluia, and Holst’s Two Psalms in celebratory summer concerts at the Church of the Transfiguration in Orleans—”an architectural wonder” (Cape Cod Travel Guide) filled with fresco, mosaic, glass work and sculpture by local and international artists.

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Arts Empowering Life Performing Arts Building
Grand Opening: August 11-13, 2023

95 Southern Eagle Cartway, Brewster, MA
Stay tuned for more details!
 
Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

GAUDETE BAROQUE ENSEMBLE IN CONCERT:
BAROQUE DANCE

August 13, 2023
Performing Arts Building
Brewster, MA

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

David Briggs Organ Concert

September 9, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Rock Harbor, Orleans, MA

Hear internationally renowned organist David Briggs in a return concert on the surround-sound St. Cecilia organ at the Church of the Transfiguration, Rock Harbor, Orleans. Mr. Briggs’ performances are acclaimed for their musicality, virtuosity, and ability to excite and engage audiences of all ages. Stay tuned for concert program details!

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

Gregorian Chant Retreat
September 11-15 CHANTS OF THE HOLY CROSS  

Highlights include:

  • Chant instruction for all experience levels
  • Singing Gregorian Chant in the Church of the Transfiguration where Liturgy of the Hours is sung
  • Attending the daily Divine Offices
  • Lovely meals and accommodations overlooking the Cape Cod Bay
  • Join us as we explore the riches of this glorious tradition.

Price: $595 including 3 days of meals and accommodations.

Retreat fee begins with dinner on Monday, September 11 and ending after breakfast on Friday, September 15

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Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

GAUDETE BAROQUE ENSEMBLE IN CONCERT

November 4, 2023
Church of the Transfiguration
Rock Harbor, Orleans, MA

Church of the Transfiguration at dusk

ADVENT ORGAN MEDITATION

December 10, 2023
St. Cecilia Organ
Church of the Transfiguration
Rock Harbor, Orleans, MA