The Hyacinth Concert Series

Stay Tuned for the 2025–2026 Season Lineup!

Now entering its forty-third season, the Hyacinth Concert Series of Moorings Presbyterian Church is as strong as ever, and I hope the 2025-2026 performer lineup is so captivating that you’ll enter every date into your calendar as a ‘can’t miss’ event! From a performance featuring four grand pianos on one stage to one of the world’s most famous organists to music presented by local favorites, there’s certainly something for people of all backgrounds and levels of musical interest.

God has been good to the Hyacinth Series, and it’s my prayer that the series will continue to be a beacon of light in today’s busy and often troubled world. I hope you’ll participate through your presence and support, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to our beautiful sanctuary!

In Christ,
Dr. Christopher Dekker, Artistic Director

Hyacinth Committee Members: Dr. Gena Bedrosian, Trish Christian, Sandy Perrotta, Kathy Shannon, Paula Stone, Dr. John Stansell

2025–2026 Schedule of Events

The Four Seasons Reimagined: From Vivaldi to Piazzolla

Sunday, December 14, 4:00pm

Join us for a captivating musical journey through the changing moods and colors of the seasons, featuring a dazzling collaboration of strings and piano. Experience the timeless beauty of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons where each concerto vividly depicts nature’s transitions, complemented by Piazzolla’s fiery The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, which infuses tango rhythms into the narrative. Delight in Beethoven’s Spring Sonata, a jubilant celebration of renewal and hope, and immerse yourself in Tchaikovsky’s enchanting excerpts from The Seasons and even Gershwin’s Summertime, offering glimpses of life’s cyclical wonders. Curated by a local favorite, Alexandra Carlson, this program promises to be a delightful seasonal tapestry woven together to warm your heart and invigorate your spirit!

This concert has been generously sponsored by Salomon & Jen Cardenas.

Admission is free and tickets are not required. A free-will offering will be accepted.

The King’s Brass In Worship

Sunday, January 25, 2026, 10:00am

One of the world’s best-known brass ensembles, The King’s Brass will return to the Hyacinth Series this time in the context of Sunday morning worship. An extended prelude, thrilling hymn and anthem accompaniments, and much more will help create a worshipful and celebratory experience.

Please note that this particular event will take place during Sunday morning worship, at 10:00am.

The King’s Brass has been generously sponsored by Gina Boesch & Doug Dittrick.

Admission is free and tickets are not required. A free-will offering will be accepted.

A Piano Extravaganza

Sunday, February 22, 4:00pm

Four pianos on one stage! Dr. Michael Baron and an ensemble of gifted pianists will join together for a truly extraordinary musical experience, performing on all four of the church’s magnificent grand pianos — each one carefully moved onto the stage for this special event. This rare collaboration will showcase the brilliance, range, and power of the instrument in ways that are seldom heard, as multiple pianists blend their artistry in dynamic works arranged for four pianos. It promises to be a spectacular evening of skill, creativity, and sheer musical joy — a highlight of the season you won’t want to miss.

If you’re interested in learning more about becoming a concert sponsor of another Hyacinth concert, please contact Dr. Chris Dekker at cdekker@mooringschurch.org or learn more here.

This concert has been generously sponsored by Roger & Michele Burgis.

Admission is free and tickets are not required.

Oliver Latry, Organist of Notre Dame de Paris

Friday, March 6, 7:00pm

Principal Organist of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, Olivier Latry stands among the most celebrated and gifted organists of our time. His artistry has taken him to renowned venues across the globe, and we are honored to welcome him to our sanctuary. He will present a program showcasing a wide spectrum of repertoire — from timeless classics to inventive contemporary works — along with his famed improvisations that demonstrate both virtuosity and imagination. Hearing an artist of his caliber perform on our magnificent Sterritte Family Organ will be an unforgettable highlight of the season.

Please note that this particular event will take on Friday evening at 7:00pm rather than the traditional Sunday afternoon time.

This concert has been generously sponsored by Paula & Larry Stone.

Admission is free and tickets are not required. A free-will offering will be accepted.

An Afternoon with Daniela Shtereva & Arts Planet

Sunday, March 22, 4:00pm

Naples Philharmonic violinist Daniela Shtereva, a winner of the Washington International Competition and founder of Arts Planet, brings an exciting and colorful program to this year’s Hyacinth Series. Joined by fellow Arts Planet musicians, she will explore the musical connections between her native Bulgaria and the United States through a lively mix of works by a variety of composers, ranging from familiar favorites to fresh contemporary selections.

The concert will also include the Florida premiere of Stone Trail by celebrated composer Dobrinka Tabakova—a vibrant new piece inspired by the rich artistic heritage of Bulgaria.

Blending virtuosic performances, cultural flair, and a thoughtfully varied program, this promises to be an uplifting and memorable afternoon with Daniela and the talented artists of Arts Planet.

This concert has been generously sponsored by Alan & Collene Van Noord.

Admission is free and tickets are not required. A free-will offering will be accepted.

Seraphic Fire Presents Music of The Passion

Sunday, March 30, 4:00pm

For more than two decades, South Florida’s own internationally-acclaimed choral ensemble Seraphic Fire has thrilled audiences with their captivating and engaging performances of established classics and underperformed works. Under the direction of Patrick Dupre Quigley, Seraphic Fire’s program will focus on the music of Passiontide, some of the richest repertoire in the Christian tradition.

Generously underwritten by a generous donor, this concert promises to be a powerful and moving presentation of some of the world’s greatest choral masterpieces.

More information about Seraphic Fire can be found at www.seraphicfire.org.

Admission is free and tickets are not required. A free-will offering will be accepted.

BECOME A SUPPORTER!

The Hyacinth Concert Series is funded by enthusiastic patrons who provide financial support, and 100% of its operating budget comes from donations. This allows all concerts to remain open to the public without charge, reserved seating, or tickets. We encourage you to prayerfully consider what you might be able to contribute to this important cause, and where you might fit into the giving levels outlined below:

Prelude: $100–$249
Overture: $250–$749
Sonata: $750–$1,499
Concerto: $1,500–$2,999
Fortissimo: $3,000 and above
Concert Sponsor: The underwriting of a concert

If you are interested in becoming a Concert Sponsor and would like more information, please contact the Hyacinth Artistic Director, Dr. Chris Dekker, at cdekker@mooringschurch.org, or at (239) 213-5246.

Please make checks payable to Moorings Presbyterian Church and note “Hyacinth Series” on the memo line, or donate online securely using the button below.