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

Salvatore Pronesti

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Doors Open 11:30 am Show 12:00 pm
Free Admission
Bring your own “brown bag” lunch, or purchase one at our concession stand

A celebrated organist and organ builder hailing from Vibo Valentia, Italy, Salvatore Pronesti is known for his elegant playing from the organ repertory as well as convincing orchestral transcriptions and imaginative improvisations. He lectures frequently on organology and organ construction and is Artistic Director of the International Organ Festival at the Pantheon in Rome. A special performance with a renowned artist!

Charlie Chaplin’s The Kid

Thursday, May 1, 2025
Doors Open 6:30 pm Show 7:00 pm
Suggested Donation | Tickets Required

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 famous Worcester Organ, in a thrilling display of live improvisation.
The Kid is a 1921 American silent film written, produced, directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin, and features Jackie Coogan as his foundling baby, adopted son and sidekick. A silent-era classic, it’s a heartwarming tale of resilience and love. Don’t miss this unforgettable blend of film and music!

Gavin Klein, Class of 2026

College of the Holy Cross Organ Scholar
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Doors Open 11:30 am Show 12:00 pm
Free Admission

Worcester Chapter American Guild of Organists (AGO)

Artist Showcase
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Doors Open 11:30 am Show 12:00 pm
Free Admission
All AGO members are invited (regardless of chapter). For more information, please contact dean@bostonago.org

Mechanics Hall Principal Organist Peter Krasinski

Holiday Performance
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Doors Open 11:30 am Show 12:00 pm
Free Admission
Bring your own “brown bag” lunch, or purchase one at our concession stand

A Festive Favorite!

Celebrate the season light with well-known classics and songs of the season. Audience sing-alongs, silent film accompaniment, and other delights await!

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.