1983 Casavant organ at Saint Clement’s Church, Chicago, IL

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

As always, glorious sounds result when a pipe organ teams up with other instruments.

Sounds of some noteworthy and historic instruments in and around Chicago, as prelude to upcoming national conventions of the American Guild of Organists and Organ Historical Society.

…a diverse collection of other musical friends teams up with the King of Instruments to make a glorious noise.

…a diverse collection of other musical friends teams up with the King of Instruments to make a glorious noise.

…having a great time up in the organ loft, with clarinet, trombone, cello, and brass ensemble.