Organ Recital with Dr. Fred Hohman
Schedule
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
9844 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, United States, Michigan 48202 | Detroit, MI
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In 1925, the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament commissioned Casavant Frères—one of North America’s most esteemed organ builders—to create an instrument worthy of Detroit’s mother church. The result was a beautifully crafted pipe organ whose tonal design reflects the artistry and liturgical ideals of its era: warm foundational stops, expressive colors, and a noble principal chorus that fills the cathedral with clarity and grandeur.For a century, this organ has shaped the spiritual life of our community. It has supported the Church’s chant, elevated choirs, and proclaimed the Gospel in sound at thousands of liturgies. Its voice has accompanied the faithful through moments of joy and sorrow, celebration and contemplation. It has also become a cultural treasure for the wider community, inspiring generations of international organists, students, and concertgoers.
In this 100th anniversary season, the Cathedral Cultural Series is proud to present
Sunday, April 26, 2026 – 4:00 PM
Organ Recital
Dr. Fred Hohman, featuring music from the period when the Casavant organ was built
Monday, May 11, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Organ Recital
Prof. Nicole Keller, University of Michigan
All concerts are FREE and open to the public.
Your support helps ensure that the Casavant organ—an irreplaceable part of our cathedral’s identity—continues to sing with strength and beauty for the next hundred years. Thank you for helping us safeguard this remarkable instrument for future generations.
You may donate to the Cathedral Cultural Series by clicking this link: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=TWLAK6SKDWLMJ
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