2026 Scots’ Organ Series
15 AUGUST – 19 SEPTEMBER
Scots’ Church Melbourne is delighted to present its 2026 Organ Recital Series, as a celebration of the remarkable versatility and beauty of Scots’ Church’s renowned Rieger organ. This year’s series will showcase six concerts featuring distinguished Australian organists and the next generation of emerging performers.
Curated this year by Scots’ Associate Organist Jennifer Chou, this year’s series promises to be a special one, as we welcome four artists making their debut as part of the annual recital series. Together, the performers bring a wealth of experience as concert organists, directors of music, church and cathedral musicians, choir directors, and educators. Many have received prestigious awards and accolades recognising their outstanding contributions to organ performance and sacred music.
Each recital has been thoughtfully designed around a unique musical theme to allow audiences to experience the Rieger organ in fresh and engaging ways. Programs will showcase a rich variety of repertoire, from timeless masterworks to contemporary compositions, familiar favourites to exciting discoveries, highlighting the remarkable expressive range of one of Melbourne’s finest concert organs.
A special highlight of this year’s series is the Organ Students’ Concert, showcasing talented young organists from secondary schools and universities across Victoria. The concert recognises not only the dedication of these emerging musicians but also the invaluable encouragement of their teachers.
The 2026 recital series will feature:
Saturday 15 August, 2:00 pm – Elizabeth-Anne Nixon (St Oswald’s, Glen Iris). Click here for the full programme.
Wednesday 2 September, 1:00 pm – Samuel Giddy (Sydney, NSW)
Saturday 5 September, 2:00 pm – Bruce Fethers (President of the Australian Chamber Choir Inc.)
Wednesday 9 September, 1:00 pm – Peter Guy (St Mark’s, Fitzroy)
Wednesday 16 September, 1:00 pm – Jennifer Chou (Associate Organist of the Scots’ Church Melbourne)
Saturday 19 September, 2:00 pm – Organ Students’ Concert
The series is proudly presented by Scots’ Church Melbourne with the generous sponsorship of the Organ Music Society of Victoria (OMSV). Donations received throughout the series help support artist fees to ensure these outstanding performances remain accessible to the wider community.
Admission to all recitals is free, and everyone is warmly welcome! Simply turn up and enjoy an afternoon of outstanding organ music. Donations are gratefully received in support of the artists.
Past Music Events
Bach St John Passion
Good Friday April 3 at 7:30 PM
As part of our Easter Weekend, we’re proud to host our annual Bach St John Passion again this year, with the Scots’ Church Choir, accompanied by Melbourne Baroque Orchestra on Good Friday, April 3 at 7:30 PM. Admission is free!
The performance is in German, a full translation is supplied.
Cantata 4: Christ Lay in Death’s Dark Prison
Sunday 15 March during the 11 AM traditional service
On Sunday 15 March at our 11am Traditional Service, we are privileged to present J.S. Bach’s Cantata No. 4 — “Christ lay in death’s dark prison.”
Performed by the Scots’ Church Choir and the Melbourne Baroque Orchestra, this powerful cantata journeys from the darkness of the tomb to the triumph of resurrection, proclaiming Christ’s victory over death with depth and splendour.
