First United Presbyterian Church

Albany Symphony’s Compose Yourself

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First United has been selected to host the Albany’s Symphony’s Compose Yourself program. This is a series of Friday evening composition seminars with world-renowned composer, George Tsontakis. The dates are: Mar. 16, Apr. 20, and May 18. The workshops will be held from 6–7:30 pm in the Rose Room. On May 19, there will be a composition recital. Fee: $25; Students and all First United members free. This program is not only for accomplished musicians! Anyone is encouraged to participate. Reserve your seat by contacting Kate Gigliotti, Education Coordinator, at 465.4755 or KateG@AlbanySymphony.com

Early Childhood Music

First United is pleased to host Music Together in our facility. This is a highly acclaimed music and movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, big kids, and their parents/caregivers. The classes are taught on Mondays: 9:30 am, 10:30 am & 5:30 pm. If you are interested in enrolling your child, go to www.mattsmusictogether.com.

A Troy Night Out Event: Troy Children's Chorus in Concert

Friday, March 30, 6:00 pm

This event takes place in the Troy Atrium (3rd and Fulton)

Having just returned from a festival performance in Maine, the chorus will share its magic with Troy!

Maury Castro, Organ Concert

Sponsored by the deacons of First United

Friday, April (Date TBA) 11:00 am

Mr. Castro, Minister of Music at FIrst United, will play a short concert of Bach and Boellman. The concert will be followed by a luncheon.

NEST 4th Annual Black Gospel Benefit Concert

May (date TBA), 7:30 pm

Men’s Choirs from around the capital district will come together at First United to present a benefit concert to support NEST (Neighbors Establishing Support in Troy). NEST is a church-supported mission project seeking nonviolent solutions and community building. Also featuring the First United Chancel Choir. A free will offering will be taken, followed by a dessert reception.

Troy Children's Chorus Spring Concert

Saturday, June 2, 4:30 pm

This concert will take place at Steamer No. 10 Theatre in Albany

Presenting its final concert of the year, the chorus will perform music from throughout the year plus a few new pieces. Free admission.

Troy Music Day Camp 2012

June 25-29, 9 am to 4 pm

In its fourth year, this camp educates and entertains first through sixth graders from all over the region. Registration material avaiable at the camp page on March 1.

If you would like more information about any of the events above, please contact Minister of Music Maury A. Castro at:

Music Ministries Office
518.272.2771 ext. 14

or e-mail me.

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