Since the 1970s, the National Shrine has invited organists from across the globe to share their talents in our Summer Organ Recital Series. Showcasing a broad range of repertoire, this year’s series not only features the Basilica’s organists, but musicians hailing from Italy, California, Pennsylvania, and more!
Now, you can experience the majesty of the Basilica’s organs from anywhere in the world – in today’s post, we invite you to watch the 2026 recital series kickoff video, featuring David Ball and Emma Whitten. And if you live in the DMV area, there’s still time to attend these Sunday performances, which continue through the end of August – view the schedule.