About me

My journey into the world of music began with a deep-rooted family connection and a childhood filled with the enchanting sounds of the piano, organ, French horn, and choral singing. This early exposure ignited a lifelong passion that has shaped my career and inspired me to share the joy of music with others. What I love most is witnessing the transformative power of music in both  my choir members' and my students' lives, helping them discover their own unique talents and voices.

Ed (age 13) playing in a piano recital at Stanley Park, Westfield, MA

Ed joins Westfield High School Band with his French horn

My Musical Activities

My musical life has been rich and varied. I served for sixty years as a Minister of Music at the First Church of Christ, Congregational in Farmington, CT, sharing my love of music with church members and enriching our community through song. Additionally, I was on the faculty of the Hartt School, University of Hartford, teaching organ and harpsichord, plus church music and continuo realization classes. I am still actively involved in recitals, chamber music, and large orchestral/choral performances, showcasing my skills on a range of instruments, including the piano, organ, harpsichord, and clavichord.  

Ed plays the last piece on the Gress Miles organ at the Hartt School before the organ was sold to a church in Long Island, NY

My Credentials

 

  • Bachelor's Degree from Tufts University
  • Master of Sacred Music Degree from Union Theological Seminary's School of Sacred Music.
  • Studied organ with Claire Coci and Mildred Andrews and harpsichord with Eugenia Earle (New York City) and Davitt Moroney (Paris, France).
  • Minister of Music at Farmington's historic (1652) First Church of Christ, Congregational, 1965-2025
  • Organist and harpsichordist with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra
  • Former organ and harpsichord faculty at the Hartt School of Music, University of Hartford
  • Member of:
    • American Guild of Organists
    • United Church of Christ Musicians Association
    • Local 400, American Federation of Musicians
    • Organ Historical Society
    • Hymn Society
    • Handbell Musicians of America

"As one of my early teachers, Ed was very patient and encouraging - guiding me through the preparation and performance of my Senior Recital at Trinity College.
As an accompanist, Ed has been of invaluable assistance to CitySingers of Hartford for more than 30 years."

Suzanne Gates

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