IMAGE CREDIT: John Collins
Church of St Nicolas, which celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2016, has undergone a £500,000 restoration programme over the past decade
The distinguished organist John Collins will be giving a recital at St Nicolas church, Pevensey at 1pm on Friday 22 June.
He will play a selection of toccatas, sonatas and voluntaries by European composers of the 16th to 18th centuries, including Pachelbel and Frescobaldi. There is no admission charge, but a retiring collection will be taken to contribute to the cost of maintaining the newly restored church building. Tea, coffee, wine and soft drinks will be available before the concert.
Churchwarden Simon Sargent commented “We are delighted to welcome back John Collins, whose previous recitals here have been much enjoyed. We are also very grateful to John for performing for the benefit of the church. Now that the building has been so beautifully restored, regular fundraising is essential to maintain it in good condition.”
The parish church of St Nicolas, which celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2016, has undergone a £500,000 restoration programme over the past decade.
John Collins took up the position of organist at Christ Church, Worthing in June 2017 after holding a similar position at St George’s, Worthing for 33 years.
Special interests include the Iberian, Italian and English keyboard repertoires from ca1500-1800 in which areas he gives recitals, and undertakes research and lectures for various academic institutes.
He regularly publishes articles and reviews of scores and CDs in English, American and European journals, and assists David Patrick of Fitzjohn Music inediting and publishing English 18th century Voluntaries.
