Travel with us to the City of Brotherly Love. We’ll listen to a diverse group of instruments of various tone and texture, from a little Dieffenbach chamber organ that’s more than 200 years old to the lavish 1931 Skinner organ at Girard College. Our music also covers the gamut, from a Colonial voluntary to a Mexican toccata.
Celebrate two centuries of the art of organbuilding in America, with a sampler of resilient, vintage instruments recorded in and around Philly. My friends in the Organ Historical Society and I invite you to join us for a celebration of The Pipes of Philadelphia.
Tune in as we look at battle music. Quite the opposite of peace pieces, this collection chronicles the strife between good and evil.
A conversation with recitalist and recording engineer/producer Fred Hohman, who introduces performances from his enterprising CD/video label Pro Organo.
Inspired fantasies based on the 16th century psalm-tune by Louis Bourgeois.
A memorial tribute to the inimitable Virgil Fox, narrated by Richard Torrence, the artist’s former manager and present-day champion.
Unencumbered by the organ’s generally sober aspect, we let enthusiasm and optimism take the upper hand
The pipe organ’s concert repertoire often strays into the realm of symphonic ensembles, with remarkable results.
…preluding an early November celebration of the art of the organ, these four internationally-acclaimed soloists will be featured in concerts and personal appearances in Minnesota’s Twin Cities.
…a preview of some of the performers to be featured in this summer’s national convention of the American Guild of Organists.
…performances from the 2002 National Convention of the American Guild of Organists.
…compositions of lament, reflection and healing in commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the tragedy of September 11, 2001.
…a tribute to the memory of one of the most popular, and controversial, organists of all time, who believed in the cause of beauty above history, and above the limitations of any instrument.
…a collection of Canadian composers, competition winners, and pipe organs in celebration of Canada Day.
…compositions from Sweelinck to Cage, honoring composers whom we celebrate for significant anniversaries this year.
…in tribute to a great American virtuoso, the outspoken and charismatic organist and entertainer Carlo Curley (1952-2012).
…the irrepressible and ever imaginative concert artist takes a turn at the console of the pipe organ Lyle Blackinton made at Bethel University in Arden Hills, MN.
…the traditions of organ music may be international, yet American composers have found their own unique voices.
…an independent approach leads to compelling results in the hands of those who prefer ‘doing it their way’!
…our annual Olde Yeare-New Year reflection, with highlights from recent recordings, concert excerpts, prize-winning performances, memorial tributes, and more.
…a collection of choral works and organ solos in celebration of the Feast of the Resurrection.
…whether fiery demonstrations of tactile agility or thoughtful meditations on cosmic principals, this genre provides a touchstone for the organist’s art.
…music made in time of war, in reflection on war, and in commemoration of the centenary of the November 11, 1918 Armistice.
…more music made in time of war, in reflection on war, and in commemoration of the centenary of the November 11, 1918 Armistice.
…fluent fingers fantasize the finer features of flowing streams, raging rivers, lazy or torrential raindrops, etc. as we acknowledge the importance of water in the organist’s repertoire!
