On June 12-15, 2011, the Lexington, Kentucky, Chapter of the American
Guild of Organists will host its first convention for Region V.
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About Your Convention
The American Guild of Organists regional convention in Lexington, KY is the premiere AGO event for Region V in 2011.
Come well rested, as the four day schedule is packed with activities that will keep you busy from early
morning to late at night.
Between the recitals and Pentecost Service,
stop by the exhibit hall and hear from music vendors, organ builders, and
others. Or enhance your skills at one of the many workshops, and make new friends
at one of the evening social events.
The Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists (RCYO) precedes the general event, giving today's
up and coming young artists the opportunity to show their stuff. You'll get to hear the winner
on Monday, June 13. And be sure to submit your own
composition and win a cash prize in the Composers' Competition.
Enjoy all this in a very unique setting, the world renowned horse region of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. And non-organists are welcome as well. Many of the recitals are open to the public. Donations are requested.
Registration and Fees
| Registration | By March 9 | After March 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | $300 | $350 |
| Over 64 by June 11, 2011 | $275 | $325 |
| Spouse/Partner | $275 | $325 |
| Lexington Chapter Member | $275 | $325 |
| Student | $50 | $60 |
| Daily Rate per Day | $140 | $140 |
| Transportation (whole event) | $110 | $110 |
| Transportation (per day) | $60 | $60 |
We will offer an online registration and online payment option coming up shortly. In the meantime, the
registration and fee information is available via a
printable form.
The registration fee includes two lunches, Monday dinner, and Wednesday banquet. The hotel
rate of $139 includes breakfast and free parking for registered AGO guests. The transportation
package is per person and is highly recommended.
Composers' Competition
The Region V Convention Steering Committee is pleased to announce a
Composers' Competition in conjunction with the convention. Composers are invited to submit new, unpublished
organ compositions suitable for use in Church or Synagogue services. Winning compositions will be published
in a collection based on the theme Biblical Sketches (subtitled The Lexington Organ Book) issued
by MorningStar Music, and available at the regional convention and afterward. See the official
announcement for details.
Prizes are $1,000 (win), $800 (place), $500 (show), or $200 (hon. mention).
Marriott Griffin Gate Hotel
The convention hotel is the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa. Enveloped by the rolling
meadows of Bluegrass Country, the resort invites you to discover unmatched Southern hospitality.
The resort features a Rees Jones-designed golf course and luxurious full-service spa. Discover
this hotel's charms and experience a resort that's a breed above.
The daily convention rate is $139 and includes free parking and breakfast. For
reservations call (859) 231-5100 or check the
Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa website.
About Lexington
The Bluegrass Region is known for its horses and beautiful horse farms, folk arts and crafts, its music traditions,
and its cuisine. Visitors can experience the magic of horses at the Kentucky Horse Park. Lexington area restaurants
specialize in beaten biscuits, hot browns and beer cheese.
Get a taste of local flavors at such restaurants as Berea's
Boone Tavern (site of Tuesday's meal). Berea, site of four performances, is also known as the Folk Arts and Crafts
Capital of Kentucky. Danville, site of a recital and dinner, is home to Centre College and quaint Constitution Square.
For more information about the region, please visit the Lexington
Convention and Visitors Bureau.
From the "sport of kings" to the "king of instruments", race to Lexington and enjoy the beautiful
sites and sounds of the "Horse Capital of the World".
