1710 Andreas Silbermann organ at the Église Saint-Étienne, Marmoutier, France

Part one of a two part celebration of the 100th birthday of one of the most influential and effective advocates for the pipe organ, the late, great Edward George Power Biggs, March 29, 1906—March 10, 1977.

…a wrap up to this year’s bicentennial celebrations with a look at some of the composer’s best and least-known works for organ.

…celebrate the birthdays of the two greatest German exponents of the pipe organ, only two days apart: Johann Sebastian Bach (March 21) and Max Reger (March 19).

…a glimpse at some intriguing repertoire and exquisite recordings made by engineer-producer Christoph Frommen for his Aeolus Music label.

…a summertime respite with performances old and new of music which, though chronologically old, is always fresh and new.

…performance styles over the years have changed, but the genius of J. S. B. remains a constant.

A colorful miscellany of music by women composers from past and present. Though not nearly so numerous or celebrated as their male counterparts, women composers have created a substantial and remarkable repertoire for the pipe organ. Note that Women’s Equality Day is observed on August 26.