1895 Müller & Abel organ at Saint Joseph’s Church, New York, NY

This week we’ll examine the styles of a teacher and his student. Horatio Parker was traditionally schooled in 19th century Germany. A true Romantic. His devilishly talented upstart student Charles Ives, on the other hand, thought nothing of having a choir sing a hymn in one key while he accompanied in another. Despite their differences, American music would not be what it is today without both of them. Parker created lovely works of fine craftmanship while Ives chartered new territory. Tradition becomes transition at the turn of the 19th century. Hear the contrasts between the old guard and one very enterprising student who brought a uniquely individual voice to 20th century American music. This week, it’s Parker and Ives.

…the rich resource of our nation’s own compositional talent store gives our ears and hearts much for which to be thankful.

…a sesquicentennial salute to turn–of–the–(19th)–century recitalist, composer and teacher, Horatio Parker (9/15/1863–12/18/1919)

…in anticipation of Valentine's Day, some popular and classical selections which examine the emotion that makes the world go round.

A New Year’s review of some of the most recently available organ music on compact disc, a ‘host’s choice‘.

Playing the daylights out of nine of New York City’s foremost instruments.

A sampler of musics by composers from Nebraska, Iowa, Florida, Boston, Chicago and New York City.