Events
Here is what is coming up!
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Jazz on the Lawn
Friday, June 12
6:00 p.m.
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of smooth jazz with Melissa Fyr (our Praise Team Leader) and her trio! Feel free to pack snacks & drinks (wine welcome; no beer or liquor). If it rains, we’ll gather indoors in Fellowship Hall.
Midmonth Music Series: June Concert
Wednesday, June 17
12:15 p.m.
Join us on Wednesday, June 17th at 12:15 p.m. for a special lunchtime recital featuring Joseph Arndt, Organist and Director of Music at The Church of St. Michael & St. George.
A graduate of The Juilliard School and Westminster Choir College, Joseph has performed recitals throughout the United States and is recognized for his work as a performer, conductor, and champion of both historic and contemporary organ music.
Take a break in the middle of your week to enjoy 30 minutes of beautiful music in a welcoming, peaceful setting. Free and open to all.
Art & Faith Concert: Music Brings Us Together
Sunday, June 21
3:00 p.m.
Join Arts and Faith St. Louis for a free concert on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood. Arts and Faith St. Louis is a nonprofit organization that uses music, visual arts, and storytelling to build connections across the diverse faiths and cultures of our region. This special concert features acclaimed local artists including Grammy-winning soprano Christine Brewer, soprano Angel Love, Broadway vocalist Duane Foster, pianist Alla Voskoboynikova, and First Pres Chancel Choir section leader Sophie Shugart-Fischer.
A reception will follow the performance.
Tour of Cathedral Basilica
Wednesday, June 24
10:00 a.m.
Join Pastors Gary and Rachel for a guided tour of the Cathedral Basilica St. Louis on Wednesday, June 24 at 10 am. We will meet our guide at the Cathedral Basilica in the vestibule/narthex area and go for lunch with those who are able afterwards. The tour can accommodate 20 people, so click the link to sign up ahead of time: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054BAEAB2DA7FCC16-64413899-stlouis#/
Notes@9 Concert Series: Clarion Brass
Sunday, July 5
9:00 a.m.
Join us each Sunday in July for Notes@9, a special concert series before worship featuring talented musicians from across the St. Louis area and our own church community.
July Schedule
🎵 9:00 a.m. Concert
☕ 9:30 a.m. Fellowship
⛪ 10:00 a.m. Worship
A fixture of the St. Louis music scene for more than 30 years, Clarion Brass brings together professional musicians performing everything from light classics and marches to Big Band favorites and beloved hymns.
Notes@9 Concert Series: Dueling Divas
Sunday, July 12
9:00 a.m.
Join us each Sunday in July for Notes@9, a special concert series before worship featuring talented musicians from across the St. Louis area and our own church community.
July Schedule
🎵 9:00 a.m. Concert
☕ 9:30 a.m. Fellowship
⛪ 10:00 a.m. Worship
Our own First Presbyterian music staff and section leaders take center stage for a lively morning of unforgettable vocal duets and musical favorites.
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Midmonth Music Series: July Concert
Wednesday, July 15
12:15 p.m.
Director of Music Ministries and Organist Bill Stein will be the recitalist for this month! This month, the performance will take place in our Tree of Life Chapel. This concert will not be live-streamed.
Take a break in the middle of your week to enjoy 30 minutes of beautiful music in a welcoming, peaceful setting. Free and open to all.
Notes@9 Concert Series: Slideshow
Sunday, July 19
9:00 a.m.
Join us each Sunday in July for Notes@9, a special concert series before worship featuring talented musicians from across the St. Louis area and our own church community.
July Schedule
🎵 9:00 a.m. Concert
☕ 9:30 a.m. Fellowship
⛪ 10:00 a.m. Worship
Making their Notes@9 debut, First Presbyterian's trombone choir combines musical excellence, camaraderie, and plenty of fun in a unique brass ensemble performance.
Notes@9 Concert Series: Piano Ensemble
Sunday, July 26
9:00 a.m.
Join us each Sunday in July for Notes@9, a special concert series before worship featuring talented musicians from across the St. Louis area and our own church community.
July Schedule
🎵 9:00 a.m. Concert
☕ 9:30 a.m. Fellowship
⛪ 10:00 a.m. Worship
Four pianists, two pianos, and eight hands come together for a dynamic concert showcasing the beauty, power, and versatility of collaborative piano music.
We hope you'll join us as we begin each Sunday with music, fellowship, and worship.
Bluegrass on the Lawn
Saturday, August 29
6:00 p.m.
I am excited to share that we will sponsor two “lawn concerts” in our courtyard this year.
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On Saturday evening, August 29th, we invite you to Bluegrass on the Lawn, featuring local bluegrass musicians Barnum Jack. More details coming soon!