Beach United Church is excited to present an afternoon of spooktacular organ music on Saturday, October 26th at 4:30pm with local organist, Rashaan Allwood. The program will feature ghostly favourites from Liszt, to Messiaen, Bach and more. You’re in for a thoroughly bone-chilling and goosebump-inducing concert experience just in time for Halloween!
Entry is pay-what-you-can, with a suggested minimum of $10. Tickets are not required for entry; you may show up at our doors on the day of the concert.
Rashaan Rori Allwood is a versatile composer, performer, and educator known for his interdisciplinary approach to music. With a background in organ, piano, and clavichord performance, Rashaan merges classical, electronic, and world music in innovative ways. He holds degrees in organ performance from McGill University and piano performance from the University of Toronto, and he is currently pursuing a PhD in composition at Western University, focusing on improvisation, multimedia, and contemporary composition.
His work spans genres, from medieval music to cutting-edge electronic sounds, and he frequently shares his unique interpretations online, blending historical performance practices with modern technology. An active presence on social media, Rashaan connects with audiences worldwide through educational content and creative performances. His research and artistry reflect a passion for exploring the intersections of tradition, innovation, and global musical cultures.
Concert Program:
Allegro Agitato from Mazeppa, s. 100 – Franz Liszt
Les Anges – Olivier Messiaen
Fantasia sopra Von Gott will ich nicht lassen – Bert Matter
Kyrie from Faenza Codex – 14th Century Anonymous
Halloween Special – Rashaan Allwood
Allegro Cantabile from Symphony 5 – Charles Marie Widor
Toccata and Fugue in D minor by Bach