TGIF, Jul 4, 5:30pm

Add that special touch to your celebrations this Friday with our concert, featuring Mark Clark playing July 4th themed music, and sharing the stage with his talented young student, Careese Todd. Sanctuary doors open at 5:15 pm and the concert begins at 5:30. The concert is free with donations accepted.

Program

Processional – Kenneth T. Kosche (1947 – )

God Bless Our Native Land – Charles Callahan (b. 1951 – )

Noontide from: In a Medieval Monastery – Walker Baylor (1891-1975)

Fantasy at Alhambra – Cathrine Rollin (b. 1952 – )

Tennessee – Hans Zimmer (b. 1957 – )

Liberty Bell March – John Philip Sousa (1854–1932)

Someone to Watch Over Me – George Gershwin (1898–1937)

Trumpet Tune – Marko Hakanpää (b. 1968 – )

Service Song Sing-Along – Adapted for Organ by Mark Clark (b. 1987 – )

The Stars and Stripes Forever – John Philip Sousa (1854–1932)

The Artists

Mark Clark is an organist and passionate music educator based in Amarillo, Texas. He currently serves as the Music Director and Organist at Trinity Lutheran Church, where he leads a growing music ministry rooted in the historic Lutheran tradition. Mark studied organ under the direction of the late David Spicer and Edgar Highberger, developing a musical voice that blends technical mastery with expressive depth. In addition to his work at Trinity Lutheran, Mark is an active performer and collaborator, dedicated to fostering the next generation of musicians. He is especially proud to share the stage with his student, Careese Todd, in this upcoming organ concert—a celebration of mentorship, sacred music, and the enduring beauty of the pipe organ.

Careese Todd is a 12-year-old musician from Amarillo, Texas, with a growing passion for the organ. She has studied piano for five years and organ for the past two, already showing remarkable dedication and promise. Careese currently serves as the interim organist for the 8:00 AM service at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Amarillo, where she contributes her talents to weekly worship. She plans to begin participating in organ competitions next year as she continues to grow in both skill and confidence.