
The Arts at Chester Presbyterian
Chester Presbyterian Church has a long history of supporting the arts. Weaving the arts into worship provides opportunities to learn and to experience God’s love individually and collectively in mind, body, and spirit. Beyond our Sunday worship, supporting the arts also extends out into the community where shared experiences can be enjoyed by one and all.
Regular Offerings
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Crafting Class
Meeting the first Monday of the month from September to May from 6-8pm, the crafting class creates a unique, seasonal piece together while enjoying a relaxed environment and pleasant conversation.
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Faithful Sounds
This group of musicians provides contemporary Christian, folk, and classic rock music for worship and other events at Chester Presbyterian Church. Interested in adding your talents? Email for more information.
Upcoming Concerts
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Roshan Chakane, Organist - August 24, 2025 @ 3pm
Chester Presbyterian Church's own Director of Music, Roshan Chakane, will open the 2025/26 concert series on August 24 at 3pm with a boisterous solo organ recital that showcases both the A.E. Schleuter organ and Dr. Chakane’s versatility as keyboardist. The program will consist of music from Bach to Florence Price and everything in between. All are welcome. No admission fee.
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JerVonne Barrow, Gospel Singer - September 21, 2025 @ 3PM
The Arts at CPC welcomes JerVonne and friends for an afternoon of gospel music. Jervonne’s talents bring the listener into a musical experience that is uplifting, soulful, and spiritual. You will not want to miss this afternoon concert of faith, hope, and perseverance.
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Robin and Linda Williams - October 12, 2025 @ 3 pm
Robin and Linda are folk musicians from Virginia known internationally for their harmony singing and song writing talents. You might recognize them from Garrison Keillor’s long running radio program, A Prairie Home Companion. Come enjoy an afternoon of a robust blend of bluegrass, folk, old-time and acoustic country music.
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Greater Richmond Children’s Choir - November 9, 2025 @ 4pm
We are so delighted to welcome again the internationally acclaimed Greater Richmond Children's Choir this season. The choir under the direction of Crystal Jonkman and Roshan Chakane will perform a variety of songs ranging from classical arrangements such as "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by Rollo Dilworth to "Emarabini" a traditional South African song sung in both Zulu and Xhosa.
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Chesterfield County Choral Society and CPC Handbells - December 2, 2025 @ 7pm
We welcome back the Chesterfield County Choral Society now in their 30th year, for a holiday spirited concert. Enjoy choral and bell music alike around an Appalachian Christmas theme that will help put the holiday spirit on your mind and in your heart.
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Selections from Handel’s Messiah - December 7, 2025 @ 5pm
This concert offers a unique opportunity to experience the richness of the music and text of the Messiah with a fresh presentation. A community choral group accompanied by a chamber orchestra will bring this beloved and sacred music to life under the direction of Roshan Chakane, Director of Music at Chester Presbyterian Church. Plan for an evening you will not want to miss.
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Richmond Brass and Percussion Consort - December 16, 2025 @ 7pm
We welcome back the Richmond Brass and Percussion Consort for their annual Christmas concert with selections both familiar and new. Come and enjoy this all-brass ensemble whose music will fill the air with rich and resonant sounds bringing warmth and joy to your holidays.
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Jonathan Austin’s 24 hour Emergency Juggling and Magic Services - January 25, 2026 @ 3pm
Adults and children of all ages are invited to this free and fun magic show!
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Derby Day Dixieland Band - February 15, 2026 @ 3pm
The Derby Day Dixieland Jazz Band was founded to recreate the authentic style of New Orleans Mardi Gras music from 1917 through the 20th century.
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American Youth Harp Ensemble - March 22, 2026 @ 2pm
GreenSpring International Academy of Music’s premiere ensemble, the American Youth Harp Ensemble, has 30 US and global tours to its credit, has been considered for a 2016 Grammy Award, has sold out major concert halls such as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center numerous times, and has been critically acclaimed as a “national cultural treasure” by the cultural arts director, US Department of State. From classical to contemporary, prepare for a performance that will defy the typical expectation of the harp!