Episodes: 2005

The traditional summary of a past year’s events, with resolutions for the New Year to come.

Performers and instruments in the United States transform a global collection of holiday melodies.

Christmas music from many lands is transformed by the colors of the pipe organ

Perhaps from hanging around in the organ lofts near those bell towers, organ composers have amassed a fine pile of bell-music.

An eclectic and engaging survey of evidence of the pipe organs potential for color and variety, from recent recordings.

Some select pipe organs in Illinois, Indiana and Iowa share the good muse.

A visit with recitalist István Ruppert from Budapest, who introduces some intriguing but little-known music from his homeland.

The commanding artistry of Stephen Tharp, a young American recitalist who this month plays his 800th public concert in the United States.

A visit with British organist David Briggs, heard in performances recorded in England, California, and Minnesota.

American artists on American-built instrument showcase a kaleidoscope of colors and styles.

…would ‘The Three Bs’ ever have imagined being represented by organ music in quite this way?!

A large new instrument by Mander Organs of England brings resplendent opportunity to a prospering United Methodist congregation in Atlanta, Georgia.

With soloist Massimo Nosetti we explore a seldom heard yet charming and characterful repertoire from five centuries, played on period instruments.

A memorial tribute to the inimitable Virgil Fox, narrated by Richard Torrence, the artist’s former manager and present-day champion.

A multi-generational encounter with two masters of the polyphonic arts, introduced by Brink Bush.

An “artists showcase” featuring members of the Twin Cities chapter of A.G.O. in concert at St. Andrew Lutheran in Mahtomedi, MN.

On the fourth anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, this musical offering of remembrance, resilience and hope.

Famous names may dominate the scene, but these often overlooked composers demonstrate a remarkable degree of individuality and imagination.