St. John's

Concert Series

St. John's Concert Series

St. John's Lutheran Church is pleased to announce the 30th season of our annual Concert Series. 

All concerts are held in St. John's Historic Sanctuary

Located at the corner of Almond and Center in Old Towne Orange, CA.

No Charge • Freewill Offering • Child Care Available


We welcome you to worship with us at our regular weekend services.

 

Interested in performing in the 2026–2027 Concert Series?
Please complete the interest form if your group would like to participate.

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Upcoming Concerts


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Concert Series Patron Program

We encourage your support by participating in the Patron Program, which funds most of the expenses involved in producing the Concert Series. Since the freewill offerings do not cover the entire costs of the concerts, we need your support to ensure the continuation of this ministry to the community. A listing of all patrons will appear in each concert program. 

Patron Program Giving Tiers

Golden Circle : $1000+  //  Benefactor: $500  //  Sponsor: $250
Donor: $100  //  Contributor: $50  //  Friend: $25
Any amount is appreciated and will help to support the legacy of community music to the glory of God.

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Past Concerts This Season

  

Cathedral Bells Concert

Cathedral Bells Concert

Sunday, May 03, 2026, 4:00 PM
The Cathedral Bells, St. John’s premiere Handbell Choir, presents an inspiring concert. Alex Guebert - Director


Concordia Instrumental Programs: CARNEGIE HALL PREVIEW CONCERT AND AMERICANA SING-ALONG

Concordia Instrumental Programs: CARNEGIE HALL PREVIEW CONCERT AND AMERICANA SING-ALONG

Friday, April 24, 2026, 7:00 PM
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States! Hear the premiere of a set of American songs specially arranged for Carnegie Hall featuring a unique triple ensemble of brass, handbells, and...


Jubilate Choir and Cathedral Singers in Concert - "The Greatest of These is Love"

Jubilate Choir and Cathedral Singers in Concert - "The Greatest of These is Love"

Sunday, March 08, 2026, 4:00 PM
We present a stunning new masterwork for choir and string orchestra: “Love”, by composer William Payn.


Orange Lutheran Small Ensemble and Solo Concert

Orange Lutheran Small Ensemble and Solo Concert

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 4:00 PM
Orange Lutheran High School Small Ensemble and Solo Concert    Sunday, February 224:00pm   The Orange Lutheran High School Instrumental Program is proud to present a Small...


Organ Concert

Organ Concert

Sunday, January 11, 2026, 4:00 PM
Katrina Liao presents an organ concert featuring the music of Vierne, Messiaen, Decker, and more.


Bluegrass Christmas Concert

Bluegrass Christmas Concert

Sunday, December 21, 2025, 6:30 PM
Celebrate the joy of the season with a fun bluegrass Christmas concert


The Sounds of Christmas

The Sounds of Christmas

Friday, December 05, 2025 - Saturday, December 06, 2025
St. John's Jubilate Choir, Cathedral Singers, Cathedral Bells, and a Festival Orchestra. A celebration of Christ’s birth - 100 musicians fill the...


Crean Lutheran Instrumental Ensembles

Crean Lutheran Instrumental Ensembles

Friday, November 07, 2025, 7:00 PM
Crean Lutheran Instrumental Ensembles Friday, November 77:00pm   Crean Lutheran High School Instrumental Ensembles, under the baton of award-winning composer and conductor Drs. Elliott...


Bach Cantata - Now Thank We All Our God

Bach Cantata - Now Thank We All Our God

Sunday, November 02, 2025, 4:00 PM
Nearing Thanksgiving, our hearts sing “Now Thank We All Our God!” as we give a prayer of gratitude to our loving God. This cantata by J. S. Bach sparkles with joy and life, with flutes and...


Kontrapunktus

Kontrapunktus

Sunday, October 19, 2025, 4:00 PM
Baroque music with verve and flair! Kontrapunktus is a chamber ensemble made up of the brightest and best...


Concordia University - Fall Festival of Hymns

Concordia University - Fall Festival of Hymns

Saturday, October 04, 2025, 4:00 PM
The magnificent Concordia Choir and Master Chorale lead us in song, directed by Dr. Michael Busch and joined by student soloists and instrumentalists.


The Bonner Singers

The Bonner Singers

Sunday, September 21, 2025, 4:00 PM
Led by Dr. Judd Bonner, the Bonner Singers will present worshipful original anthems, as well as inspiring versions of the tried-and-true classics.