Mechanics Hall is the premier event venue and concert hall in Central Massachusetts.
The Worcester Organ Performance Series
Showcasing the Mechanics Hall tracker pipe organ, The E. & G.G. Hook (Opus 334, 1864)
Organ performances at Mechanics Hall feature the historic Worcester Organ, built in 1864 by Elias and George Hook of Boston. These special performances present the very best organ musicians from throughout the northeast and showcase rising start talents in the organ world.
Upcoming Events
The Worcester Organ Performance Series: A Festive Performance of Holiday Music
A Festive Performance of Holiday Music Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | 12:00 PM Mechanics Hall, Worcester, MA FREE ADMISSION - No Tickets or pre-registration available Join us for a joyful holiday tradition as Mechanics Hall…
Past Events
The Worcester Organ Performance Series: Gavin Klein, Holy Cross Organ Scholar
Doors Open 11:30 am Show 12:00 pm Free Admission Lunch is welcome—bring your own or pick something up at concessions! For more information about The Worcester Organ, visit us at www.MechanicsHall.org/the-worcester-organ 21-year-old Gavin Klein, Organ…
The Worcester Organ Performance Series: Worcester Chapter AGO Organists Artist Showcase
Experience the legacy, artistry, and power of the Worcester Organ as local artists bring it to life in this inspiring community showcase. Join us for a special afternoon as part of the Worcester Organ Performance Series, featuring…
Pop-Up Organ Performance featuring internationally acclaimed organist Dr. Carol Williams
Doors Open 11:30 am Performance begins at 12:00 pm Free Admission - No Registration Required Lunch is welcome—bring your own or pick something up at concessions! For more information about The Worcester Organ, visit us…
Mechanics Hall presents The Worcester Organ Performance Series: Charlie Chaplin’s The Kid
Experience the Magic of Silent Film with Live Organ Accompaniment! Known for his exceptional artistry in live film accompaniment, Mechanics Hall Principal Organist Peter Krasinski will bring Chaplin’s iconic silent comedy-drama to life on the…
Mechanics Hall presents the Worcester Organ Performance Series: Salvatore Pronesti
Doors: 11:30 am | Performance: 12:00 pm All performances are open to the public. FREE ADMISSION – No registration required. Bring your own “brown bag” lunch, or purchase lunches available for purchase. Open to all ages. Don’t miss this opportunity…
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Peter Krasinski | Mechanics Hall Principal Organist
Peter Edwin Krasinski is broadly recognized as a motivating consultant for the pipe organ community, and as a conductor, organist and music educator, whose imaginative and energetic performances elevate and inform audiences. Along with regular concert appearances he specializes in live improvised silent film accompaniment, worldwide. He has premiered the art in major venues in North America, Europe and Asia. He is the recipient of a number of prizes including the First Prize in Improvisation from the American Guild of Organists National Competition.
House Organist of the Providence Performing Arts Center, Mr. Krasinski was past Dean of the Boston Chapter AGO. He is Organist at First Church of Christ, Scientist in Providence RI, accompanist at Beth El Temple Center in Belmont, MA and recently presented Master Classes at the Sibelius Academy, Helsinki, Finland. He holds both a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education and Organ Performance, and the Master of Sacred Music Degree from Boston University.