Music at Crosthwaite
Music plays a significant role in the life and worship of Crosthwaite Church in services, concerts and other activities. The church is fortunate in possessing one of the largest organs in Cumbria, as well as a Bechstein grand piano. A CD recording of the organ, In Pastures Green, is available (price £7.00 plus £1.50 postage & packing) from the Organist.
The Church Choir comprises around 24 men and women. Its role is to lead the congregational
singing and to perform appropriate anthems and settings. There is a regular choir
practice on Friday evenings from 7.15-
Young people sometimes take part in the singing, and there is occasionally an instrumental music group. A wide range of musical styles is embraced, and both the Vicar and Organist are composers.
In the summer months, a series of evening concerts is arranged under the title of Music at Crosthwaite. Details of forthcoming concerts can be downloaded from this page. The church is also the venue for Keswick Choral Society's annual Christmas concert.
