"Fire Works"

If the Facebook community has anything to say about it, 2016 is a year we're all looking forward to putting behind us. But we are not the first to stand expectantly on the brink of a new year. Music director David M. Glasgow shares service music, and a couple of special vocal pieces, that honor both of Janus's faces as we reflect on the year's challenges and look toward a hopeful future.

Court Street Cabaret

It's that time again! Join Stuart Landon and friends (with me on vocals and piano) for this favorite annual event! For more complete details, see the Court Street Cabaret page in my "Projects" section. Two performances, January 13 & 14.

Court Street Cabaret

It's that time again! Join Stuart Landon and friends (with me on vocals and piano) for this favorite annual event! For more complete details, see the Court Street Cabaret page in my "Projects" section. Two performances, January 13 & 14.

"What Will You Do?"

On this poignant Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, at the beginning of inauguration week, music director David M. Glasgow shares piano music of Dr. Calvin Taylor; the UUCV Combo supports congregational singing with a gospel touch; the UUCV Choir shares André Thomas's setting of Langston Hughes "I Dream a World"; and Harrisburg theatre personality Jeremy Patterson joins the Choir for a powerful re-statement of a timeless gospel classic.

"What Story Will We Tell?"

Just two days after the inauguration, we’ll explore how our personal and national narrative might unfold in the coming months. How will we shape that story as we step forward into this challenging moment in our history? Norm Allen preaches, Pat Spader provides prelude, and I provide service music and hymns.

"A Good Lie?"

We affirm and promote the free and responsible search for truth and meaning. Is there such a thing as irresponsible truth? What about responsible falsehoods? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

"Oh Shush"

How often do you sit in the silence? In our modern world we have so many noise making devices that our opportunities for quiet have shrunk. But if it is never quiet how do we learn how to listen? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

"Making Love a Practice"

Leading up to Valentine’s Day, we’ve been awash in flowers, hearts, and messages about romantic love. But what might it mean to make love a spiritual practice? Pamela Philips is our guest service leader, and I sing one of my favorite Steven Curtis Chapman pieces.

"Traditions"

On this Sunday before Mardi Gras, we ask ourselves: what do we choose to do year after year? What do those choices tell us about ourselves? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I'm joined by some special guests to provide service music.

"Finding Treasure"

Join us as we go on a treasure hunt. Will we follow the clues? Does X mark the spot? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

"Finding Our Gifts"

We are all born with gifts and responsibilities. How do our responsibilities call us to use our gifts? How do our gifts call us to responsibilities? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, Pat Spader offers Prelude, and I provide service music.

CASA presents "Sweet Charity"

Timed to the 50th Anniversary of the classic musical Sweet Charity, this production stars the fabulously talented students of Capital Area School for the Arts, who together will tell the story of Charity Hope Valentine, the sassy, diehard romantic dancehall hostess whose naivety and over-eager embrace of every man she meets keeps getting her in hot water. Performed in the beautiful Sunoco Performance Theatre at Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and with musical direction by David M. Glasgow, this production of Sweet Charity will be given a fresh, youthful perspective by the students of CASA! (Four performances, March 30-April 1)

CASA presents "Sweet Charity"

Timed to the 50th Anniversary of the classic musical Sweet Charity, this production stars the fabulously talented students of Capital Area School for the Arts, who together will tell the story of Charity Hope Valentine, the sassy, diehard romantic dancehall hostess whose naivety and over-eager embrace of every man she meets keeps getting her in hot water. Performed in the beautiful Sunoco Performance Theatre at Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and with musical direction by David M. Glasgow, this production of Sweet Charity will be given a fresh, youthful perspective by the students of CASA! (Four performances, March 30-April 1)

CASA presents "Sweet Charity"

Timed to the 50th Anniversary of the classic musical Sweet Charity, this production stars the fabulously talented students of Capital Area School for the Arts, who together will tell the story of Charity Hope Valentine, the sassy, diehard romantic dancehall hostess whose naivety and over-eager embrace of every man she meets keeps getting her in hot water. Performed in the beautiful Sunoco Performance Theatre at Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and with musical direction by David M. Glasgow, this production of Sweet Charity will be given a fresh, youthful perspective by the students of CASA! (Four performances, March 30-April 1)

CASA presents "Sweet Charity"

Timed to the 50th Anniversary of the classic musical Sweet Charity, this production stars the fabulously talented students of Capital Area School for the Arts, who together will tell the story of Charity Hope Valentine, the sassy, diehard romantic dancehall hostess whose naivety and over-eager embrace of every man she meets keeps getting her in hot water. Performed in the beautiful Sunoco Performance Theatre at Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and with musical direction by David M. Glasgow, this production of Sweet Charity will be given a fresh, youthful perspective by the students of CASA! (Four performances, March 30-April 1)

DMG S3 2017!

Once a year it’s good to celebrate! The David M. Glasgow Spring Studio Showcase is a chance for all of my students—vocalists, pianists, and songwriters—to come together, show off, and have fun! Details are available elsewhere on this site, but the bottom line is: admission is free and all are welcome. Bring a friend for an afternoon of fun and great music!

"An Impossible Promise"

Are we safe? Should we be? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, special guest Jeremy Patterson leads the UUCV Choir in music from THE WIZ, and I provide service music.

"An Agnostic in Seminary"

Special guest Teman Cooke preaches, and I provide service music.

"A Chosen Family"

What does it mean to be family? Are we living up to our promises? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the UUCV Choir sings music of Avril Lavigne (Glee-style), and I provide service music.

RE Sunday

We celebrate Lifespan Faith Development and Religious Education this week. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches and I provide special music.

"Who Else Is Family?"

Worship Associate Gisela Rœthke preaches, and I provide service music.

"A Passion for the Search for Truth"

Worship Associate Dick Poland preaches, and I provide service music.

"Words That Unite/Words That Divide: God"

In our popular summer sermon series, Rev. Aija explores the religious language that many of us have opted to leave behind in our journey toward Unitarian Universalism. How good are we at separating babies from bathwater? This week I provide service service music and sing a bit to help us ponder: What kind of God don't YOU believe in?

"Words That Unite/Words That Divide: Jesus"

In our popular summer sermon series, Rev. Aija explores the religious language that many of us have opted to leave behind in our journey toward Unitarian Universalism. How good are we at separating babies from bathwater? The professors at my seminary talked about the "many Jesuses of the Christian scriptures." Service and special music today references a few of these Jesuses. Which ones might you be familiar with?

"Words That Unite/Words That Divide: Heretic"

In our popular summer sermon series, Rev. Aija explores the religious language that many of us have opted to leave behind in our journey toward Unitarian Universalism. How good are we at separating babies from bathwater? This week: Our word "heresy" comes from the Greek word meaning "to choose." I provide service and special music that point to some noteworthy choices.

"Words That Unite/Words That Divide: Sanctuary"

In our popular summer sermon series, Rev. Aija explores the religious language that many of us have opted to leave behind in our journey toward Unitarian Universalism. How good are we at separating babies from bathwater? This week: Our word "heresy" comes from the Greek word meaning "to choose." I provide service and special music that asks: where do YOU feel safe?

"Held by a Vision"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. David Pyle preaches, and I provide service music.

"Small Group Ministry Sunday"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Dot Everhart coordinates, and I provide service music that reflects upon the experience of beloved community.

"Ingathering"

As we celebrate our annual ingathering and water ceremony we ask: what is our song? And how do we learn to sing together? Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir returns with two songs of community, and I provide service music that celebrates our communal voice.

"What Do You Mean, 'Sources'?"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, and I provide service music.

"The Man at the Tiller" (Music Sunday 2017)

Our music program is the envy of congregations twice our size, and music consistently appears near the top of "appreciative inquiry" surveys of our congregation. What is it about music that makes it such an important part of our worship life and our community? How can our music program support us through our upcoming capital campaign and beyond? Music director David M. Glasgow preaches, and the choir sings.

"Awe"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, and I provide service music.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Purchase your tickets for the October 7 performance through UUCV using this form, and $10 of each ticket sold will benefit the LGBT Center of Central PA!

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. "Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up" (The New York Times). I play "Bruce," Alison's closeted father, in the Open Stage production. Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. “Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up” (The New York Times). Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. “Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up” (The New York Times). Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. “Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up” (The New York Times). Show runs October 6-29.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. “Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up” (The New York Times). Show runs October 6-29.

"All Souls?"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

Fun Home

The winner of five 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, FUN HOME is based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir. This groundbreaking production introduces us to Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways. “Heart-gripping and cathartic, FUN HOME occupies the place where we all grew up” (The New York Times). Show runs October 6-29.

Court Street Cabaret: Jukebox Edition

It's part cabaret, part game show, as audience members determine who sings what with the spin of a wheel! Join us for an evening that's sure to be... memorable. Two unique performances, November 3 & 4.

Court Street Cabaret: Jukebox Edition

It's part cabaret, part game show, as audience members determine who sings what with the spin of a wheel! Join us for an evening that's sure to be... memorable. Two unique performances, November 3 & 4.

"James Baldwin"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, and I provide service music.

"Dolores Huerta"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

"Young Prophets"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Megan Mathieson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

"Waiting"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, and I provide service music.

"Light"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, and I provide service music.

"Christmas Eve"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.

"Janus"

Join us for worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Rev. Aija Simpson preaches, the choir sings, and I provide service music.