Penn Street Arts

Arts Program in Fort Worth

 

First Presbyterian Church, through the Penn Street Arts series, hosts several concerts annually. Penn Street Arts adds to the excellence of the music and arts in the Fort Worth community. Come hear the sounds of our distinguished adult, youth, and children's ensembles, as well as local, regional, and international groups renowned for excellence. The series also strives to offer the sights of various performing and visual artists. All concerts in this series are free and open to the public.

2025-26 Season

Presentation & Piano Concert “Renewing the Sound: A Journey in Piano Restoration” in Great Hall and All Church Lunch
Sunday, October 26, 12:15 p.m. in the Great Hall
Celebrate the restoration of our beloved Mason & Hamlin piano with an afternoon of music, storytelling, and fellowship in the Great Hall. Pianist and Registered Piano Technician Steven J. Hopp will share the piano’s remarkable journey and delight all ages with a fun, family-friendly program. Enjoy a concert of family-friendly favorites, followed by a complimentary All-Church Lunch after the 11 a.m. service. 

Advent Afternoon Organ Concerts 
Wednesdays, December 3, 10, and 17 at 12:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
After the Noon Advent service, enjoy 30 minutes of organ music, followed by a complimentary lunch and fellowship at 1 p.m. in the West Concourse.

  • December 3: Ahreum Congdon, Director of Music/Organist at First Presbyterian Church, Fort Worth, TX
  • December 10: Owen Reid, Associate Director of Music and Organist at Church of the Incarnation, Dallas, TX 
  • December 17: Mina Choi, Chapel Worship and Music Coordinator at Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton, NJ  & Organist at Doylestown Presbyterian Church, Doylestown, PA            

Christmas & Carol by Fort Worth Opera
Saturday, December 20 at 2 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Celebrate the season with Fort Worth Opera’s beloved carols and joyous Christmas music sure to brighten your celebrations.

Lent Afternoon Organ Concerts
Wednesday, February 25, March 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary 
After the Noon Lent services, enjoy 30 minutes of organ music, followed by a complimentary lunch and fellowship at 1 p.m. in the West Concourse.

  • February 25: Isabella Isza Wu, Organ Scholar at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church, Philadelphia, PA    
  • March 4: Dayeon Kim, Director of Organ Music Program at First Presbyterian Church, Midland, TX        
  • March 11: Rebecca Sawyer, Music Associate at First Presbyterian Church Fort Worth, TX
  • March 18: Malcome Matthews, Assistant Professor of Organ and Harpsichord at University of North Texas, Denton, TX               
  • March 25: Guillermo Martinez, Instructor in Class Piano, Piano Pedagogy Music at Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX & Organist at St. Monica Catholic Church, Dallas, TX

Dongil Shin Organ Concert
April 16, 2026 at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Internationally recognized and award-winning, Dongil Shin captivates audiences with his virtuosic technique and compelling interpretations.

Ahreum Han Congdon Organ Concert
May 30, 2026 at 2 p.m. in the Sanctuary
First Presbyterian Church's own Director of Music/ Organist will present a dynamic and engaging program full of exciting and enjoyable music.

 

The Patricia Organ

First Presbyterian Church is lucky to have a prestigious organ as a part of its music ministry. Read about the Patricia Organ here.

Contact Us

If you have questions about the series or are interested in bringing your group to perform at First Presbyterian Church Fort Worth, please contact Ahreum Han Congdon, Music Director/Organist, at 817.335.1231.