Mechanics Hall is the premier event venue and concert hall in Central Massachusetts.
Pipe Organ Encounters (POE) is an educational outreach program of the American Guild of Organists intended to introduce the organ to young people and adults. POEs generally last 5 – 6 days, and include group and individual instruction, performances by guest artists, and field trips to visit and hear notable instruments. Major funding is provided by the Associated Pipe Organ Builders of America. Additional support is provided by the American Institute of Organbuilders and the Jordan Organ Endowment. POE scholarships are provided by the AGO New Organist Fund.
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POEA At Mechanics Hall
POE – Advanced (POEA) is for young organists (no younger than 13 and no older than 18) entering grades 9-12, who play the organ at an advanced level. Participants must submit an audition recording and other supporting materials in order to apply to the POEA.