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June Kean Pipe Organ Endowment Series

Published on Oct 5, 2026 by Natasha Benscoter

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Organist Vicky Claborn will perform as part of  Evangel University’s June Kean Pipe Organ Endowment Series on Thursday, October 15, at 7:30 pm, in Spence Chapel.

Mrs. Claborn is a 2011 graduate of Missouri State University with a Master of Music degree in Organ Performance. She has decades of experience as a musician for military chapels in Japan and Italy, and also as an organist for churches from Washington DC to Springfield. Mrs. Claborn is currently an accompanist in the Evangel University Music Department.

The program will build on traditional hymn tunes developed through contemporary arrangements but will also include sacred works from composers such as Johann Sebastian Back and Herbert Howells.

The concert is free and open to the public.

Music Department

The Evangel Music Department offers many vibrant degree programs in music, each carefully designed to ensure that students build strong musical skills, gain professional training, and experience a wide range of musical activities. The program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

About Evangel University

Evangel University, with the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive, Spirit-led Christian university in Springfield, Missouri. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Michael Kolstad, Evangel educates and equips students to serve the Church and society globally.

Recent recognition includes:

  • Top 15% of Christian Colleges in America — Niche (2026)
  • Top Performer in Social Mobility — U.S. News & World Report (2026)
  • Best Christian University — Colleges of Distinction (2026)

Evangel also holds program accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology, and is certified as an Excellence in Giving university. Learn more at evangel.edu.