1993 Mander organ at the Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola, New York, NY

Where do the hours and the months and years go? Can you believe it? Our next Pipedreams program observes the 20th anniversary of our first national broadcast, which was way back in the winter of 1982. Believe it or not, we were hatching our plans even before then. This week, hear some of those earliest tapes, plus get a sampler of things we’ve done and places we’ve been over the past two decades. After 20 years has it all been played? Not a chance. Some bright ideas never dim, and this week we’ll reflect on a score of great music and plan for the future. Organ music on the Radio? Absolutely! Listen as we celebrate the first twenty years, an anniversary retrospective, this week on Pipedreams.

Further forays into repertoire for the organ “augmented”, in this case by brasses, strings, winds, and electronics.

One of London’s historic landmarks, Saint Paul’s Cathedral is the masterpiece of architect Christopher Wren. It’s also the musical home of John Scott, who began his work there nearly a quarter century ago just out of university. Starting out at Saint Paul’s as Associate Organist, he was appointed Organist and Director of Music in 1990. John talks about his experiences, leads the choir, plays the cathedral’s mighty instrument, and discusses his adventures as a touring recitalist. Come along as we visit Saint Peter Mancroft in Norwich and the Church of Saint Ignatius Loyola in New York City. Experience an amiable and able artist, John Scott Scott Free.

A source of inspiration since the time of their origin, the Bible’s songs continue to stimulate the imaginations of both composers and performers, alike.

A commemorative tribute to three American composers and a meditation for World AIDS Day 2006.

…our annual reflection on the past twelve months and projections for the future, including some of the original PIPEDREAMS elements from our first broadcasts 25 years ago.

…a further foray into some home-grown repertoire from the 20th century for the ‘king of instruments’.

…one of the most popular and influential composer-performers of the Baroque era continues to inspire in the 21st century.

…from Gounod to Gershwin, we offer a collection of melodious, mobile music guaranteed to keep you on your toes.

…works by J.S.B., variants on Bach themes, and music inspired by his example.

…musical tributes to composers who achieved significant birthday anniversaries during this and other recent months.

…some holiday melodies from other lands at first may seem strange or foreign, but their message of peace and joy is unmistakable.

…great instruments and great music can be found in abundance in America's greatest city!

…a tribute to the artistry of English-born organist and choral conductor John Scott, who died unexpectedly at age 59 on August 12, 2015.

…intriguing combinations of other musical friends add importantly to the organ’s ‘public’ repertoire.

…one of the most popular and influential composer-performers of the Baroque era continues to inspire in the 21st century.

…a selective summary of some intriguing and unusual albums of organ music issued on CD.

…another impromptu scan of some recently-received recordings showcasing the King of Instruments

…the brilliant collaboration of brass ensemble and the King of Instruments is featured in mostly American music.

…the immeasurable treasure of Bach’s compositions for organ provides perpetual pleasure.

…these recent releases embrace intriguing repertoire covering six centuries.

…celebrating the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels (9/29) with compositions and performances by various name-sakes.

…the immeasurable treasure of Bach's compositions for organ provides perpetual pleasure.

…a selective review of some intriguing recent compact disc releases.