Carol Williams - 3 March 26 | Parish Church of St Lawrence Alton Organ Society (Founded 1967)

Carol Williams (International Concert Organist) - return to Welcome
Organ Recitals Nationwide

Programme

Toccata in the Style of Scarlatti - Gordon Young (1919-98)

Suite -
Tylman Susato (1510-70) - Arr. Carol Williams

March; Dance; Pavane; Dance


Fantasia in D Major - Johann Christian Kittel (1732-1809)

Symphony VII
- Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Allegretto - Arr. Carol Williams

March, A Little Suite - Trevor Duncan (1924-2005)

Après un Réve -
Gabriel Faure (1845-1924)
Te Deum, Cinq Improvisations - Charles Tournemire (1870-1939)

Twilight, Op. 3 -
Carol Williams (Contemporary.)
Hommage à Vierne, Op. 26 - Carol Williams

Waltz of the Flowers -
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-93)

Midnight Special -
Jimmy Smith (1928-2005) - Arr. Carol Williams

Take Five -
Paul Desmond (1924-77) - Arr. Carol Williams

Carillon -
Gerald Near (b.1942) (Contemporary)

Biography

Dr. Carol Williams is Americas' Sweetheart Organist. An internationally acclaimed performing concert organist and composer from a Welsh family celebrated for her captivating presence and genre-spanning musical voice. She has performed on many of the world’s great stages, enchanting audiences with exceptional artistry and a subtle, straight-faced British wit.  
     Carol also hosts the YouTube series "On The Bench with Dr. Carol", where she interviews musicians, and co-produces the global documentary series "TourBus" documentaries to the King of Instruments, exploring the music, people, and places that shape the worlds' pipe organs. Together, these platforms offer a window into her creative life, inspirations, and the enduring impact of her music.  
     Beyond the concert hall, Carol is an
equestrian with a deep love for animals. She frequently performs fundraising concerts in support of animal rescues, the American Red Cross and military veterans, first responders, and firefighters (husband Kerry is a US Navy vet). Using her music to uplift and give back to the communities she cherishes.


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