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For the End of Time: Messiaen Quartet Concert & Lecture
February 27, 2023 at 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm EST
For the End of Time:
Messiaen Quartet Concert & Lecture
Monday, February 27 @ 7:30PM
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary | Kaiser Chapel
Inspired by Revelation 10:1–6, Olivier Messiaen composed and premiered his Quartet for the End of Time while incarcerated as a POW in Silesia, Germany during World War II. Come hear a preconcert lecture by Dr. Andrew Shenton (James R. Houghton Scholar of Sacred Music, Boston University), a homily by Dr. Sean McDonough (Gordon-Conwell, Professor of New Testament), and a complete performance of Messiaen’s innovative work by the Ensemble Chamarré, with a reception to follow.
Speakers
Dr. Andrew Shenton
Professor of Music, James R. Houghton Scholar of Sacred Music, Boston University
Dr. Sean McDonough
Professor of New Testament, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
Musicians
Katie Wolfe
Violin
William Rounds
Cello
Catherine Hudgins
Clarinet
Vytas Baksys
Piano
Registration
General Admission: $20
Senior Admission (55+): $15
GCTS Faculty & Staff: $10
Non-GCTS Students (Provide Student ID with ticket): $5
GCTS Students: Free (Ticket still required)
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary—Hamilton Campus: Kaiser Chapel
130 Essex Street, South Hamilton MA 01982
Hamilton Campus
Wes Vander Lugt
Event Organizer and Adjunct
Professor of Theology,
Acting Director of the Leighton Ford Initiative
Have Questions?
We look forward to seeing you at our Hamilton campus! If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to reach out.