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1995 Marcussen at the Tonbridge School Chapel, Kent, England

Mary's Songs #1719

May 8, 2017

…whether in response to the Angel’s proclamation of her divine role, or in simple hymns of praise, composers through history have celebrated the Virgin Mary.

The Weaver's Tale #1718

May 1, 2017

…celebrate one of America's foremost veteran teachers, church musicians and recitalists with his own words and compositions.

In the Spivey Spirit #1717

April 24, 2017

…celebrating the 25th anniversary season of the Ruffatti pipe organ in one of America’s pre-eminent recital venues, Spivey Hall at Clayton State University in Morrow, GA.

Diane Bish at the console of the Coral Ridge Ruffatti.

For the Joy of Music! #1716

April 17, 2017

…a 35th anniversary tribute to Diane Bish, First Lady of the Pipe Organ in the USA.

1997 Schoenstein at 1st-Plymouth Congregational Church, Lincoln, NE

An Easter Bouquet #1715

April 10, 2017

…music of profound introspection and overt rejoicing for the Christian Resurrection festival.

1639 Bader-1813 Timpa at Walburgiskerk, Zutphen, the Netherlands

Miscellanea Organistica #1714

April 3, 2017

…with so many intriguing items slipping between the cracks of our awareness, we thought we might share some overlooked treasures here.

The Three "B"s (III) – Johannes Brahms (d. 4/3/1897) #1713

March 27, 2017

…youthful masterpieces inspired by Bach, his last compositions, and other surprises.

The Three "B"s (II) – Ludwig van Beethoven (d. 3/26/1827) #1712

March 20, 2017

…he studied organ in his youth, but then ignored the instrument throughout his career. We’ll fix that!

The Three "B"s (I) – J.S. Bach (b. 3/21/1685) #1711

March 13, 2017

…discoveries, authentications, arrangements and acknowledged masterworks by the greatest of all composers for the pipe organ.

Fred J. Cooper Memorial Pipe Organ in Philadelphia's Verizon Hall

Concerts at the Kimmel Center #1710

March 6, 2017

…in celebration of the 10th birthday of the Fred J. Cooper Memorial Pipe Organ in Philadelphia’s Verizon Hall.

1475 da Prato at San Petronio Basilica, Bologna, Italy.

The Search Goes On #1709

February 27, 2017

…an exploration of the many sorts of composition that you find under the generic, historic title "Ricercar".

2003 Blackinton at Benson Great Hall, Bethel University, Arden Hills, MN.

Just Stringing Along #1708

February 20, 2017

…whether with a single partner or an ensemble of violins, violas, cellos and basses, pipe organs, large and small, prove themselves amiable companions.

1891 Schyven at Our Lady’s Cathedral, Antwerp, Belgium

The Peeters Principle #1707

February 13, 2017

…a reflection on the life and work of the famous and well-travelled Belgian organist and composer, Flor Peeters (1903-1986).

2011 Parkey at St. John Berchmans Cathedral, Shreveport, LA

Three (Not So) Easy Pieces #1706

February 6, 2017

…publishing a set of three works in a single volume makes sense, as does playing then together.

1929 Skinner in Dimnent Memorial Chapel at Hope College

PIpedreams Live! in Holland (MI) #1705

January 30, 2017

…a visit with Professor Huw Lewis and students following the renovation of the 1929 Skinner organ in Dimnent Memorial Chapel at Hope College.

1927 Casavant–2001 Schantz pipe organ at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, Mahtomedi, MN.

A Pipedreams Anniversary #1704

January 23, 2017

…while passing yet another landmark, we share a bit of history with these selections from the program’s 30th birthday party.

1847 Ferris at the Round Lake Auditorium, NY.

News for the New Year #1703

January 16, 2017

…an international sampler of recently released recordings of organ music.

1862 Cavaillé-Coll at St. Sulpice, Paris

A Trip to France #1702

January 9, 2017

…as prelude to the next Pipedreams Tour (May 23-June 4), this selection of instruments featured in our itinerary.

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