FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  |  Feb. 15, 2016

Chambersburg, Pa. — Acclaimed organist Christopher Houlihan will conclude the 2015-16 Wilson College Van Looy Organ Series with a performance at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 6, in Thomson Hall’s Alumnae Chapel.

Applauded by critics for his “world class chops,” Houlihan attracted international attention with his “Vierne 2012” tour, receiving critical acclaim for his marathon performances of the six organ symphonies of Louis Vierne. His 2015-16 season includes recitals all across the United States, his recital debut at the Kennedy Center and the release of an all-Bach CD.

Houlihan made is Disney Hall debut in 2014, performing with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra’s principal brass, after which the Los Angeles Times dubbed him “the next big organ talent.” More information about Houlihan can be found on his website: www.christopherhoulihan.com.

Tickets for Houlihan’s performance are on sale now for $8 for general admission; admission for Wilson students and employees and children under age 10 is free. Tickets can be purchased by calling 717-262-2003 or visiting www.wilson.edu/events.

The Van Looy Organ Series is named in honor of Ellen Van Looy Reed, a 1953 graduate of Wilson College. Her mother, Priscilla Van Looy, donated funds to rebuild the console and relays of the Moller Organ in Alumnae Chapel and the Van Looy Endowment provides funding for the annual organ series at Wilson.

MEDIA CONTACT:       
Joel Pagliaro, Director of Conferences and Special Events, Sage Dining Services
Phone: 717-262-2003
Email: conferences@wilson.edu

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Founded in 1869, Wilson College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college offering bachelor’s degrees in 29 majors and master’s degrees in education, the humanities, accountancy, nursing, fine arts and healthcare management for sustainability. Wilson is committed to providing an affordable education that offers value to its students beyond graduation.

Located in Chambersburg, Pa., the college had a fall 2015 enrollment of 923, which includes students from 22 states and 16 countries. Visit www.wilson.edu for more information.