1624 Scherer organ at Stephanskirche, Tangermünde, Germany

Today’s world culture is nothing new to the pipe organ, which has been importing and integrating international influences for centuries.

…a selective survey of some recently issued recordings devoted to organ music from the period 1600-1750, everything from Boyvin to Casini plus Bach, Handel and Buxtehude, too!

…a spirit of intimate reflection and anticipation is inherent in music for the weeks before Christmas.

…musical tributes to composers who achieved significant birthday anniversaries during this and other recent months.

…in anticipation of the holiday season, a collection of music on Advent themes.

…one of the world's best known texts provides us with glimpses into the composer's craft and the organ builder's art.

…a visit with audio producer Christoph Frommen to sample of some of his recent projects.

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

A wide-ranging sampler of recent organ music releases on compact disc.