Welcome to the
RCCO Kingston Centre

The Kingston Centre of the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO) serves church musicians, organists, and pipe organ enthusiasts across southeastern Ontario. Guided by our values of Community, Education, and Inspiration, we connect musicians and enthusiasts in Kingston and its surrounding areas.

President’s Message

A Year of Music and Majesty

Get ready Kingston organists and music lovers! Our year ahead is packed with incredible events you won’t want to miss. We’re kicking things off with our annual Fall Social at Kayori Miyake’s home in Picton, where we’ll gather for a merry hymn sing, a delicious feast, and a chance to hear—and play!—her stunning François Desautels Opus 4 pipe organ and spinet.

Next up, prepare to be captivated by a multimedia experience like no other! On October 24, New York organist Brian Hoffman will present The Bach Multimedia Concert at Chalmers United Church. This innovative concert is an immersive journey designed to make your soul sing, featuring live music, incredible visuals, and a chance to meet the artist himself.

But the music doesn’t stop there! Mark your calendars for these other exciting events:

• The always-festive Twelfth Night Party at Carol & Gord Ramer’s on January 4, 2026 (details coming soon)
• The great Bach Marathon on March 21 at St. George’s Cathedral
• A potential Celebration of Women Composers on March 8, 2026 (International Women’s Day) – anyone willing to host?
• The AGM, Student, and Members Recital on May 30, 2026, at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian

Our RCCO Kingston Centre is more than just a guild—it’s a vibrant community dedicated to celebrating the “Queen of Instruments.” Join us as we continue to innovate and ensure the organ’s powerful and timeless sound captivates audiences for generations to come.

-Rorry

“There is nothing to playing the organ. You only have to hit the right notes at the right time and the instrument plays itself.”

-J. S. Bach

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