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CHAPTER NEWS 1 DEAN’S MESSAGE 2 CRESCENDO STAFF INFORMATION 2 REGISTRAR’S CORNER 3 PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER AGO: 3Offices and Committees Directory
CHAPTER EVENTS 2016/2017 4
ORGAN DAY SCHEDULE 5
ROBERT McCORMICK BIO 6
IN PARADISUM 6
POSITIONS AVAILABLE 7
WHERE AM I? 8
EDUCATION COMMITTEE 10 ORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY 11
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 12
TUESDAY NOON RECITALS 12
SUNDAY SUBSTITUTES 13
OTHER SUBSTITUTES 14
DAVID DUFFLE WOOD 15
TALE PIPES 17
Newsletter of the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Guild of OrganistsJUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 10
The deadline for the next issue is August 1, 2017
Spread the word about this wonderful free musical event!
Kimmel Center Organ DaySaturday, June 10
11:00 to 5:00
Students, friends and family, choir members and more are welcometo take part! Highlights of this year’s Kimmel Center Organ Dayinclude:
Featured organist Robert McCormick in a half hour concert at12:15 pm, as well as an Improvisation later in the afternoon at 4:00.See Robert McCormick’s biography on page 6.
At 2:15 the five composers of the Fred J. Cooper Organ Book will beintroduced, followed by the premiere performance of their composi-tions. Copies of the Fred J. Cooper Organ Book, commissioned byour chapter and published by EC Schirmer, will be available for sale.
At 3:30, Clara Gerdes, winner of our Chapter Organ PlayingCompetition, will be featured in a half hour concert.
Other features throughout the day will include music for organ andbrass with Peter Richard Conte and the Philadelphia Brass, andselections sung by members of the Philadelphia Opera Company.
The tentative schedule appears on page 5, but last minute updatesare possible. To make sure you have the latest information, visitwww.agophila.org before you go. See you there!
JUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 102CRESCENDO, the officialbulletin of the Philadelphia Chapter of theAmerican Guild of Organists, is publishedmonthly, September through June. All materialfor publication must reach the Editor by the1st day of the month preceding the date ofissue,.eg. November 1 for the December issue.This must be type written and e-mailed (text sup-plied in an attachment). Crescendo reservesthe right to make editorial changes and toshorten articles to fit space limitations. Articlesin Crescendo reflect the views of the writers andnot necessarily those of the Guild. All advertisingmust be arranged through the AdvertisingManager. Crescendo season and professionalcard advertising automatically renew for eachsuccessive volume, unless we receive notifica-tion of cancellation of the advertising.
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David Furniss
Unbelievable! It seems like just yesterday when I agreed to takeon the task of finishing the remaining year and a half of theDean’s term of office. What an incredible experience it has
been!
Many thanks are in order, first and foremost to the faithful members ofthe Executive Committee. You have made this eighteen-month journeya delight, with your spirit and enthusiasm for the work of thePhiladelphia AGO Chapter. With the understanding that we all volunteerour time for the AGO, I am grateful to the Executive Committee mem-bers for your faithful attendance at meetings and your accountability.
I am thankful also for those of you who chair various chapter commit-tees, as well as the members who serve on those committees. Over thepast year and a half, I have met off and on with a total of ten commit-tees, each doing specific work for the chapter. What a dedicated bunchof members serve on these committees! One of the most active of thesecommittees is the Program Committee. You are especially appreciatedfor all the details that you tend to in creating the outstanding programsand activities for our chapter.
Thanks to you, the members of the Philadelphia AGO Chapter, whosupport and sustain our chapter in many and varied ways. You are thereason our chapter exists, and your enthusiasm steers us onward tocarry out the mission of our organization. Your attendance at chapterevents, as well as your financial support, are much appreciated.
It has been a privilege and a pleasure to be the first to serve as yourDean for a second time. Thank you for your confidence in my leader-ship. I remember how much I enjoyed my first term over fifteen yearsago. This past year and a half has been every bit as fulfilling, and moreso, as I have observed how our chapter has continued a buzz of activityas we all grow and learn together. Our chapter’s future will be under theexceptional leadership of Marcia Sommers. I wish her and all of ourchapter’s incoming leadership the very best!
A View from theDean’s Seat
DEAN’S MESSAGE
JUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 103 PHILADELPHIA CHAPTERAMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS
ELECTED OFFICERS
Dean David Furniss 215-699-6374
[email protected] Marcia Sommers 484-340-2204 [email protected] Bruce Marshall 267-283-8019
[email protected] Maria deJ. Ellis 610-896-6189 [email protected] Erik Meyer 215-247-7466
[email protected] CoordinatorAndrew Senn 267-207-1494
Executive CommitteeTERM ENDING 2017Paul Fejko 609-462-9000
Sándor Kádár, FAGO 609-540-6548 Wesley Parrott 215-732-6732 Michael Smith, AAGO 203-645-9227TERM ENDING 2018Doris Dabrowski, SPC 215-387-6635Edward Landin 717-471-7979Clara GerdesJames Robb 215-329-4793
TERM ENDING 2019 Douglas Backman 508-736-3020Andrew Heller 610-246-4826Kathleen ScheideJohn Van Sant 609-498-1768
APPOINTED LEADERSHIP
Chapter ChaplainRev. Claire Nevin-Field [email protected]
Chapter PhotographerJohn McEnerney 215-794-7388
Competition Committee ChairAlan Morrison 215-735-8259 [email protected]
Education Committee ChairSandor Kadar, FAGO 609-540-6548
[email protected] Committee ChairJeff Fowler 610-764-1524 [email protected] CoordinatorSandor Kadar, FAGO 609-540-6548
[email protected] / ArchivistRae Ann Anderson 215-884-4921Jeff Fowler 610-764-1524 [email protected]
Nominating Committee ChairAllen R. Popjoy 610-269-7069
[email protected] CoordinatorFrances Treisbach 484-231-1426
[email protected] Concerns Chair Judy Lang 610-623-8069
Tuesday Noon Recitals CoordinatorAndrew Heller 610-789-0146
[email protected] CoordinatorJohn Van Sant 609-498-1768
WebmasterTom Lever 215-855-0287
As Erik Meyer completes his term asRegistrar, we extend sincere thanks for hisyears of competent and efficient service tothe chapter.
We are fortunate that John Kampmeyer hasagreed to take on the Registrar position as of July 1.John is a former Dean of the PennsylvaniaSoutheast AGO Chapter, and comes to us with allthe skills needed to manage the registrar position.
Thank you, John, and welcome to the ExecutiveCommittee!
E R I K M E Y E R , R E G I S T R A R
REGISTRAR’S CORNER
Get Ready for the Shore!!We are planning a wonderfulmusical trip to the shore for July27 – here are the details so far:
8:15 Meet at St. Paul's Lutheranin Ardmore to load the coach
8:30 Leave for Atlantic City
Noon Tour of the main hall andtour of the organ with StevenBall
Lunch on your own
Afternoon tour: Music on the Kimball organ in the second hall atBoardwalk Hall - Steven Ball
We are estimating that we will charge roughly $30 for transportation.The tour of Boardwalk Hall is free, and participants should bring moneyfor lunch on your own.
We plan to leave A.C. by about 3:00 p.m. to be in Ardmore by 5:00.We will not be having dinner as a part of this trip.
As soon as we know the exact cost of the bus, it will be posted on ourwebpage.
Want to join the Philadelphia chapter of the American Guild of Organists?
Need to report AGO Directory changes on your current membership?Need to purchase a set of chapter mailing labels for your next music event?
Contact Erik Meyer at: 1418 Fitzwatertown Rd., Willow Grove, PA 19090215-247-7466 x104 [email protected]
JUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 104
Saturday-Sunday, September 24-25, 2016Annual Kick-Off with Johann VexoMasterclass at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian ChurchConcert at First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia
Sunday, October 30, 2016, 4:00pmAndrew Senn and Rev. Dr. Frank C.SennReformation Hymn Festival andChapter Installation ServiceSt. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ardmore, PA
Friday , November 18, 2016, 2:00pmPaul Jacobs concert with Philadelphia OrchestraReception at the home of Fred Haas after concert
Friday, December 30, 2016, 4:00-8:00pmAGO Christmas Party at the home of Michael Stairs
Saturday, January 14, 2017January Jumpstart featuringcomposer and organist Craig PhillipsBryn Mawr Presbyterian Church
Sunday, February 5, 2017, 4:00pmLegends of the Curtis InstituteCurtis Institute of Music
Friday, March 17, 2017, 7:30pmTuesday Noons on Friday Night!Concert at The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill
Saturday, March 18, 2017, 1:00-4:00pmStephen Tharp MasterclassFirst Presbyterian Church in West Chester
Tuesday, April 18, 2017, 7:30pmRussian Organist Daniel ZaretskyConcert at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale
Wednesday, April 19, 2017, 10:00-NoonDaniel Zaretsky LectureCurtis Institute of Music
Monday, May 22, 2017Year End Chapter CelebrationGirard College
Saturday, June 10, 2017Kimmel Center Organ Day
Philadelphia Chapter of the AGOChapter Events
2016-2017We thank our 2016-2017 Patrons
This list is updated monthly. If you have made adonation and are not listed, please let us know.
Benefactors ($500+)_______________________________________Norman Geist and Ethel Geist, CAGO
Sponsors ($300-$499)___________________________________________________Theodore W Didden, CAGOJeffrey B. FowlerSándor Kádár, FAGOJoseph J. Lewis
Donors ($150-$299)___________________________________________________Rae Ann Anderson, CAGO John H. ByrneDoris J. Dabrowski Robert H. ErbWilliam P. Fenimore David L. FurnissAlan Morrison Charles L. M. NelsonConrad M. Olie Allen R. PopjoyJonathan J. Riss, FAGO, ChM Stephen F. SchreiberMichael O. Stairs Gordon H. Turk
Contributors ($50-$149)___________________________________________________Carol P. Anders Debra S. BacakRobert K. Betty Gloria E. BracyMary Elizabeth Campbell, CAGO Ronald T. ChanclerDavid Christopher Tom ColaoThomas J. DeLuca Joyce Gambrell DraytonMaria de J. Ellis Mary L. Fenwick, AAGORobert Fidler Timothy W. HarrellLoretta S. Hartnett, SPC Andrew K. HellerAshley L. Horner Evan J. JacksonMichael H. H. Jackson Paul S. KinseyJ. Jinsok Kraybill Judith A. LangJeffrey P. Lees Maria A. LennonThomas S. Lever Rudy A. LucenteBruce R. Marshall Leighton W. MoyerFrank K. Orman Wesley D. Parrott Richard J. Pilch John E. ReberStephen W. Ross Yoshiko Seavey Paul Serresseque Jacqueline SmithMichael W. Smith Marcia L. SommersJudith F Stebner Edward WilkKathleen E Wirth
Friends ($25-$49)___________________________________________________Jonathan G. Fairchild Pearl L. FlambergJoan Gurniak Nancy J. KAhler-JowKathleen J. Moyer Paula M. NapoliAndrew M. Senn Frank Thomson
JUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 105KIMMEL CENTER ORGAN DAY - JUNE 10, 2017
11:00 AM WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION – Michael Barone, HostShort introductory organ piece played by Robert McCormick
11:15 AM PNC GROW UP GREAT – Singers accompanied by Peter Richard Conte doingBroadway tunes and an Opportunity for children to try out the organ with Tim Evers
12:15 NOON ORGANIST ROBERT McCORMICK IN RECITAL
12:45 PM MEMBERS OF AGO CHAPTER PERFORM“Nature in Organ Music”Kathleen Scheide, David Furniss, Andrew Heller, Edward Landin
1:15 PM OPERA PHILADELPHIA
2:00 PM Break
2:15 PM PREMIERE PERFORMANCE OF FRED J. COOPER ORGAN BOOKFanfare on "Gelobt sei Gott" - Matthew Glandorf ~~ Parker Kitterman, OrganistReflection for Organ - Kile Smith ~~ David Furniss, OrganistKokopelli: Trickster God - David Schelat ~~ Clara Gerdes, OrganistOrganum - Kathleen Scheide ~~ Edward Landin, OrganistPhiladelphia Finale - Jeffrey Brillhart ~~ Daryl Robinson, Organist
3:00 PM PHILADELPHIA BRASS AND ORGAN Peter Richard Conte
3:30 PM PHILADELPHIA AGO CHAPTER COMPETITION WINNERClara Gerdes
4:00 PM IMPROVISATION BY ROBERT McCORMICK On two themes
4:15 PM SILENT MOVIE 4:45 ORGAN PUMPS
Copies of the Fred J. Cooper Organ Book will be available for sale in the lobby
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Described by Choir & Organ as “indomitableand immensely gifted” and by The MaconTelegraph as “an artist of rare sensitivity and
passion”, organist Robert McCormick is widely her-alded by his colleagues as one of the finest concertand church musicians of this era. Known for his cre-ative and unique abilities in organ improvisation, Mr.McCormick was a semi-finalist in the 2005 St.Albans International Organ Festival ImprovisationCompetition. Concert appearances across theUnited States include the Summer Organ Festival atthe Riverside Church (New York), the PittsburghOrgan Artists Series, the East Texas Organ Festival,Basically Bach Festival at St. Peter’s Lutheran (NewYork), the Great Organists series at St. John’sCathedral in Albuquerque (New Mexico), the AtlantaSummer Organ Festival, a concerto performancewith the Macon (Georgia) Symphony, and recitalsand workshops for numerous American Guild ofOrganists chapters. He has been a featured artistand clinician at numerous conventions and confer-ences of the AGO, the Association of AnglicanMusicians, and the Royal School of Church Music inAmerica, playing recitals and services, and present-ing workshops on church music and choral training.
His recording from St. Paul’s, K Street, We Sing ofGod, was released on the Pro Organo label. Choir &Organ’s review of the disc describes the choir as
“one of the mostresponsive andadaptable choirs onthe Easternseaboard” and that“[McCormick] alsoshines at the organ.”
Mr. McCormick is thenewly-appointedOrganist andChoirmaster of St.Mark’s EpiscopalChurch inPhiladelphia. Thisfollows eight yearsas Director of Musicat St. Paul’s Parish,
K Street, Washington, D.C. From 2001−2008 heserved as Organist and Music Director at the Churchof St. Mary the Virgin, New York. He holds theBachelor of Music degree in organ performancefrom Westminster Choir College. During his time atWestminster he was also Assistant Organist atTrinity Church, Princeton. His teachers haveincluded McNeil Robinson and Robert Carwithen.Robert McCormick is represented exclusively byPhillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, LLC.
Robert McCormick “McCormick proved to be a top notch technician, able toconvey power or sensitivity as warranted.” – The MaconTelegraph (Georgia)
Ruth D. Fisher (nee Deitsch), age 93, of Media, PA,formerly of Springfield, PA, passed away on April 20,2017. Born in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of thelate Romeo T. and Minnie M. Deitsch (nee Hutzler).
Ruth was a graduate of Western High School inDetroit, MI. She received her B.A. and Master'sdegrees from Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. Shewas a former member of the First PresbyterianChurch and also a member of MiddletownPresbyterian Church in Media, where she wasemployed as the organist from 1986-1996. She was alifelong member of the American Guild of Organists.She served for quite some time as chapter treasurer,and she also served as sub-Dean and Dean. Shecould almost always be seen at chapter events enjoy-ing the company of colleagues.
Ruth was predeceased by herbeloved husband, JohnFisher and her sister, NormaBernard. She is survived byher loving children Donald G.Fisher, Laurel R. Fisher(Robert Fabrikant) and PaulS. Fisher (Karen) and her 8loving grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ruth's memory tothe American Guild of Organists, PhiladelphiaChapter, c/o Mr. Bruce Marshall, Treasurer, 5035Copley Road, Philadelphia, PA 19144-4802 would beappreciated.
IN PARADISUM Ruth D. Fisher
JUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 107
OrganistSt. Luke Greek Orthodox Church35 Malin Road, Broomall, PA 19008Posted 5/11/17
St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church is seeking an organistwho accepts the tenets of the Christian faith to providemusic for the Sunday Liturgy and rehearsal for its 15-voicde mixed choir (September through June). Thereare additional services during Lent and Holy Week aswell as accompanying the Christmas pageant andrehearsals. There is additional compensation for wed-dings. The instrument is an Allen MDS-35. A strongpiano/organ background and accompanying skills arerequired. This is a part-time position. The salary rangeis $8,300-$8,800 per season.
Letters of interest and resumes should be submitted toVirginia Botsis at [email protected] (preferable) or bymail to St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church at the aboveaddress.
Organist/AccompanistGlading Memorial Presbyterian Church1267 E. Cheltenham Avenue, Phila, PA 19124215.533.2572Posted 5/11/17
Glading Memorial Presbyterian Church is seeking anorganist/accompanist for its 11:00 a.m. service onSunday mornings. The incumbent would provide all ser-vice music and accompany the church’s self-directedvolunteer choir which rehearses before the service at10:30 a.m. Accompaniment may be on either thechurch’s pipe organ or piano. Desired skills for the posi-tion are organ proficiency, the ability to sight-read musicas needed, some music theory with the ability to trans-pose as needed. There is a stipend of $150.00 perweek which is open to negotiation.
Note: The sanctuary is not ADA accessible, and theincumbent must be able to handle stairs.
Resumes should be sent to Glading MemorialPresbyterian Church at the above address.
Director of MusicNewtown Square Presbyterian ChurchNewtown Square, PAPosted 5/7/17
Newtown Square Presbyterian Church is a growing300+ member church seeking an energetic, creativeand talented individual to direct its comprehensivemusic program. Its music ministry consists of a volun-teer choir, paid quartet, praise team, children’s choirand bell choir. Instruments include an Allen digital com-puter organ and a Yamaha baby grand piano.
Candidates should demonstrate a heart for ministry,leadership, an ability to teach and a passion for musicand its importance in the life of a community of faith.Qualifications include a B.S. in Music or equivalenttraining, experience in choral conducting, skill in organand piano playing/accompanying, the ability to work col-laboratively with the pastor, other staff members and theWorship Commission and a personal, growing relation-ship with Jesus Christ. The church is looking for an indi-vidual who will build on the church’s established tradi-tion of musical excellence, reach and teach people withvarying degrees of musical ability/knowledge and partic-ipate fully in the life of a growing church.
Responsibilities include playing the organ/piano for one10:00 Sunday service and special worship services,directing the adult choir, bell choir and children’s choir,directing or co-directing the praise team, engaging thecommunity in additional musical offerings in collabora-tion with the Session, securing additional instrumental-ists for Easter and Christmas Eveservices, securingsubstitutes organists and other musicians as necessaryand keeping the instruments maintained.
This is a 3/4-time position, 30 to 35 hours/week,$40,000 to $50,000 based on education and experi-ence, vacation and benefits negotiable. Additional com-pensation is provided for weddings and funerals. Submit resume with salary requirements to [email protected]. Deadline for submitting applications is July 31, 2017, with a projectedstart date of September 1, 2017.
Organist / KeyboardistCalvary Lutheran Church730 S. New Street, West Chester, PA 19382www.clcwc.orgPosted 4/22/17
Calvary Lutheran Church is a large congregation seek-ing a part-time organist and keyboardist, 12-15 hoursper week. Responsibilities include providing suitableorgan and piano music for all worship services (tradi-tional and contemporary), accompanying several choirs,soloists and instrumental ensembles. The candidateshould be an accomplished organist, but piano andaccompanying skills are also essential, and preferablywith Bachelor of Music degree, but other suitable cre-dentials would be considered. This individual must beavailable for choir rehearsals, worship services andother events as needed. It is possible this position couldbe divided between two candidates. The instrument is athree-manual Austin/Walker, 7 divisions, 105 ranks.
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and threereferences to: Mrs. Kendra Werner, Calvary LutheranChurch, 730 S. New Street, West Chester, PA 19382.
POSITIONS AVAILABLEFran Treisbach, Coordinator
484-231-1426 [email protected]
We are happy to advertise positions available for churches in theGreater Philadelphia Area as a free service. We need to request that allads stay within a 250 word limit – applicants should be directed to thechurch for further information. We would also be very grateful ifchurches encourage their organists to join our chapter – and manyinclude dues payment as a contract perk!
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Director of MusicOverbrook Presbyterian ChurchPhiladelphia, PAPosted 4/1/17
Overbrook Presbyterian Church is a growing, active anddiverse congregation attracting members from through-out the Philadelphia metropolitan area. It supports a richand varied music program with a tradition of excellentchoral, organ and other musical offerings. The church isseeking a Director of Music.
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Director ofMusic include rehearsing and directing the church’schoirs, playing for regular Sunday worship services andall additional seasonal services—Christmas Eve, AshWednesday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday—anannual Messiah Sing-In and other musical presentationsas required. There are three choirs—an adult choir con-sisting of a professional paid quartet and member volun-teers, an adult bell choir and a junior choir. The organ isa 1939 Moëller which is well-maintained and wasrecently expanded, and the Director of Music is respon-sible for seeing to its continued maintenance. TheDirector of Music prepares music program agendas forcommittee meetings, and attendance at regular Worshipand Music Committee meetings is required.
Candidates should have earned a Bachelor of Music(performance preferred; music education considered),have choral training and conservatory experience, have
a minimum of five years’ experience as a church organ-ist and choral director, be very proficient in playing theorgan while conducting a choir, have the ability to col-laborate with the pastors, Christian Education director,other staff, church members and committees, and pos-sess the ability to manage multiple activities and sched-ules effectively.
This position offers benefits, a 4-week paid vacation andone paid week for continuing education. Applicants maycontact Elizabeth Mendoza [email protected].
Interim Organist(s)Saint John’s Episcopal ChurchGlen Mills, PAPosted 4/1/17
Saint John’s Episcopal Church is seeking an interimorganist(s) to play for services due to the present organ-ist’s retirement. A formal search process is to begin inthe summer with the goal of filling the position perma-nently by the beginning of the Fall, 2017 program year.
There are two Sunday services, 9:15 a.m. and 11:00a.m., until Memorial Day. During the summer there isone service at 10:00 a.m. The choir sings at the 11:00service, and there are rehearsals before and possiblyafter that service. The instrument is a 30-year-old, 3-manual Allen. Ideally, the interim organist(s) should beskilled in Episcopal Hymnody and Service Music.
Interested candidates are invited to contact the Rector,John Sorensen, at [email protected] or byphone at 610.389.9278.
Positions AvailableContinued from page 7____________________
WHERE AM I?
This month’s challenge was submitted by amember whose identity I am keepinganonymous (lest it give away the answer!!)
Our puzzle for the May issue was of course theMander Organ at Chestnut Hill PresbyterianChurch. The lovely carvings over the façadepipes comes from three primary sources: Psalm150, St. Francis’ “Canticle to the Sun”, and theReformation.
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At the conclusion of the season, I’d like to recapour chapter’s activity in the AGO improvisationsessions. We had 22 chapter members partici-
pate in this new program. I think it is safe to say all theparticipants realized they have always been capable ofimprovising, but they were unsure of how to make theinitial first steps. They discovered their hidden improvi-sation talent with the help of a teacher and with sup-portive peers in the group lesson. It was so much fun!They now understand that in order to succeed in impro-visation, one has to sit on the bench and practice thesame way you would practice the repertoire pieces.The lecturer for organ improvisation at Yale University,Jeff Brillhart, says, “Anybody can learn to improvise ifsufficient time and effort is put into the process.“
I am pleased to announce that our chapter’sEndowment Committee has approved another year ofimprovisation sessions. The dates will be announcedon our home page in June. Don’t miss this opportunityto discover your hidden improvisational skills.
Finally, allow the participants to share some of theirexperiences:“As a beginner to improvisation I found Sandor’s classextremely helpful. Structural assignments gave me aframework for my practicing. Each student came with adifferent background and level of experience with theorgan and improvisation. Sandor is able to work witheach student at their level. Highly recommend.”
“Jeffrey Brillhart’s class has empowered me to takemore risks on Sunday mornings, because I now havethe tools to give my improvisations more clearlydefined structure. I have received many positive com-ments from choir members and congregants about myrecent efforts; I take this as an indication that myimprovisation is not only becoming more satisfying tome, but is also communicating more effectively to oth-ers. And, there's a lot more to learn and practice! Myeyes have been opened to so many possibilities that Ifeel like it'll take a lifetime to explore them all.”“The improvisation classes have shown me how to takeideas from a hymn to make a more fulfilling introductionto hymns. I used to play the last line of a hymn for anintroduction, but now I'm able to take an idea, embell-ish an idea and create a more musical and more inter-
esting introduction. Several membersfrom my congregation have mentionedthat they like the new introductions I'vebeen playing and that it brings moreenergy to the hymns.”
“Jeff Brillhart's improvisation sessions are just amazing.I have always wanted to invest more time into myimprovisational skill but somehow it never worked out. Imade excuses, saying I had no time or there was not ateacher for me in the area I lived. When I heard aboutour chapter's new educational project I decided to be apart of it. That was a superb decision! After many yearsof stagnation, I have developed and grown so muchwith him as my teacher. I feel motivated to practice andexperiment with new techniques and musical ideas.” “My case is likely not typical, perhaps somewhat likethe successful rehabilitation of a seasoned criminal.When one has had absolutely no organ instruction andhas collected bad habits for fifty years, there is achoice of either stagnation or education. The improvi-sation sessions have opened the door of progress forme. Last September I could not have attempted what isnow comparatively easy. The success shows the good-ness and worth of the sessions.”
"Jeff ‘s class has most definitely expanded my under-standing and ability to use practical improvisation.Additionally, it has helped me to better understand therepertoire that I play."“Sandor taught us methods for designing hymn intro-ductions. When I substituted a few weeks later, I pre-pared a hymn introduction and reviewed it with the pas-tor in advance. He approved, and I played the hymnintroduction in the service. It received favorable feed-back from members of the congregation. We talkedabout the importance of phrasing with a view towardsinging – and especially the critical role of correctlytimed breaks. As we have discussed, I noticed animmediate improvement. Sandor’s advice has beenmost helpful, and I have thoroughly enjoyed his class.”
“The basic improvisation class has been a safe spacefor us at our various levels to try our hand at playingbased on hymn tunes or chord progressions, but with-out written music in front of us. And it's been comfortingto know that in improvisation "there are no wrongnotes!”
Sándor Kádár, FAGO, Chair 609-540-6548
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Sándor Kádár, F.A.G.O.___________________Organist, Conductor, Accompanist, Improvisor
First Presbyterian ChurchWest Chester, Pennsylvania
sandorkadar.com
Mary Elizabeth Campbell, C.A.G.O.___________________Music Therapist – MAMT – BC
Private Music Teacher, Therapist, EDMR Practitioner
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ORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Bynum Petty
Jim Weaver, CEO
Many of those who attended thePhiladelphia convention of the OHS in2016 made an extra effort to visit the
future of the OHS in Villanova, shortly beforethe beginning of renovations. Known asStoneleigh, the estate of the Haas family is nowunder extensive renovation to accommodate theneeds of its new tenants with funds provided bythe Wyncote Foundation. When publication of
The Crescendo resumes publication in September, construc-tion at Stoneleigh will be nearing its end. Photos of Stoneleighrenovations made by Bynum Petty.
Great Hall
Archives Reading Room Archivist’s Office Greetings and Welcome
Basement PassageWay Leading to Organ
Chamber
Future Library Stacks Preparation For NewElevator
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JUNE 2017 VOLUME LXXIX, NO. 1012
Andrew Heller, Coordinator610-789-0146 [email protected]
TUESDAY NOON RECITALS
Many thanks to all our hosts and performers throughout the past
season! We had a wonderful and varied year of excellent music to share.
If you wish to play or host in 2017-18, please get in touch with me!
Andrew Heller
K a t h l e e n S c h e i d e , C o o r d i n a t o [email protected]
CALENDAR OF EVENTS All Upcoming Events for Crescendo publication should be sentto Kathleen Schiede in advance of our publication submissiondeadline, which is the first of the month preceding publication(February 1 for the March issue).
Friday, June 2, 8:00 PMAll Bach program #18 in a series of complete works per-formed by organist Stephen Williams. C Major “9/8” pre-lude and fugue, Kirnberger chorales, Canonic VariationsVom Himmel Hoch, Trio No. 6 in G, Passacaglia.Cathedral Church of the Nativity, 321 Wyandotte St,Bethlehem PA 610.865.0727 [email protected], June 4, 4:30 PM4:30 Prelude, David Hearn, organist. 5:00 Pentecost Evensong with works by Jackson,Jennings, Sowerby and Sumsion. Christ ChurchChristiana Hundred, 505 Buck Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807.302.655.3379 www.christchurchde.orgFriday, June 16, 8:00 PMAll Bach program #19 in a series of complete works per-formed by organist Stephen Williams will feature all tran-scriptions for organ that have become favorites of therepertoire. Cathedral Church of the Nativity, 321Wyandotte St, Bethlehem PA [email protected] 610.865.0727 Saturday, June 17, 7:00 PMConcert by the BLT Trio including Keoni Bolding, violin;Peter Lockman cello; and Seth Trumbore, piano. Freewilloffering. Reception. Church of the Holy Spirit-Episcopal,2871 Barndt Rd, Harleysville PA 215.234.8020www.churchoftheholyspirit.us
Sunday, June 18, 7:30 PMTerry Schnarr, CAGO, organist. Sunset Organ Vespers,followed by special Cathedral lighting.Freewill donation. Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Bryn Athyn PA19009 267-502-4606 www.brynathyncathedral.orgSunday, June 25, 7:00 PMHandbell Concert. Carol Ringers and Celebration Ringersfrom St. Matthews UMC, Annandale, VA. These highschool ringers have played the White House, the StateDepartment, Constitution Hall and Kennedy Center’sMillennium Stage. Freewill offering. Palmyra Church ofthe Brethren, 45 N Chestnut St., Palmyra, PA 17078 717-838-6369 www.palmyracob.orgSunday, July 16, 7:30 PMLeah Martin, organist. Sunset Organ Vespers, followed byspecial Cathedral lighting. Freewill donation. Bryn AthynCathedral, Bryn Athyn PA 19009 267-502-4606 www.brynathyncathedral.orgSunday, August 13, 7:00 PMKenneth Coy, organist. Sunset Organ Vespers, followedby special Cathedral lighting. Freewilldonation. Bryn Athyn Cathedral, Bryn Athyn PA 19009267-502-4606 www.brynathyncathedral.org
Kar l Tr icomi , M.S.___________________Mater Ecclesiae Roman Catholic ChurchRowan College at Burlington County856 482-7402 www.karltricomi.com
E v e K e a n e___________________Qualified, reliable soprano soloist available for weddings, funerals,
seasonal music, substitute choral directing, vocal [email protected] 215-679-8614
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SOC Debra Bacak Sellersville, PA 215-257-0553SOC David Burton Brown Philadelphia, PA 267-297-6132SOC Mary Eliz. Campbell, CAGO Phoenixville, PA 484-995-6110SOC R, Pernell Cunningham Philadelphia, PA 215-678-0576SOC Doris J. Dabrowski SPC Philadelphia, PA 215-790-1115SOC Lee de Mets, FAGO Chalfont, PA 215-997-0219SOC Adam F. Dieffenbach Telford, PA 267-738-2326 SOC Joyce Drayton Philadelphia PA 215-635-5778SO Karen B. Fallows SPC Hatfield, PA 267-240-7800 SOC Susanna Faust West Chester, PA 610-766-1812SOC Robert Fidler Cheltenham, PA 215-260-3758SOC Kathleen Flaherty Philadelphia, PA 215-242-2964SOC Jeremy J. Flood CAGO Philadelphia, PA 215-625-2747 SOC Louise M. Gerdelmann Souderton, PA 215-723-6975SOC Lisa Guglielmo Glenmoore, PA 610-906-7740SOC Raymond Johnson Cheltenham, PA 215-635-9944SOC Mary Eileen Johnston Havertown, PA 610-633-2264 SOC Joel E. Klingman SPC Southampton, PA 215-355-8445 SOC Thomas S. Lever Lansdale, PA 215-855-0287
SUNDAY SUBSTITUTESThe codes preceding each name have the following meanings: S = Available to play on a Sunday,O = Available to play other services such as weddings/funerals/weekdays, C = will also direct a choirThis list is published as a courtesy to the chapter membership. Although the AGO assumes no responsibility for the musicianship or reliabilityof substitute organists, Guild certificates and other degree programs indicate preparation beyond the minimum.Please note: This list includes only current members of the Philadelphia Chapter. To be included on this list, please be sure your membershipis current and forward your information to Fran Treisbach at 484-231-1426 or [email protected].
S Chiduzie Madubata Philadelphia, PA 301-919-9632SOC Elizabeth A. Manus St. Davids, PA 610-293-9002SOC Paul Marchesano Philadelphia, PA 215-287-8955SOC Mardia Melroy Ambler, PA 215-646-1975SOC Constance H. Mickel Bryn Mawr, PA 610-527-9514SOC Scott Myers Ewing, NJ 215-715-1003 SO Patricia Nyce King of Prussia, PA 267-252-3020 SOC Kirsten K. Olson Collegeville, PA 610-764-6264 SOC Patricia A. Pezick Blue Bell, PA 610-405-3736SOC Katherine J. Reier SPC Abington, PA 215-287-9939 SOC Daryl Robinson Philadelphia, PA 713-299-7216SOC Barbara Haddad Romesburg Drexel Hill, PA 610-446-3540SO Alexander M. Smith King of Prussia, PA 610-265-4390SOC Janet L. Tebbel Philadelphia, PA 267-250-7727SOC Fran Treisbach West Norriton Twp, PA 484-231-1426SOC John W. Van Sant Trenton, NJ 609-498-1768SOC Karen Whitney Philadelphia, PA 215-424-8450 S John C. Williams Doylestown, PA 215-622-1015
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OC Lucas C. Brown Philadelphia, PA 267-474-8476 OC Joseph J. Buches Philadelphia, PA 610-220-9307 OC D. Stephen Cable Bethlehem, PA 484-866-6019O Ronald Chancler, SPC Levittown, PA 267-679-6638OC Jack Charles Schwenksville, PA 610-287-9366OC Linda J. Clark West Chester, PA 610-793-1606O Ron Coles Philadelphia, PA 267-973-0323OC Marjorie L. Cummings CAGO Philadelphia, PA 215-728-1530OC Lee de Mets FAGO Chalfont, PA 215-997-0219OC Thomas G Denny Spring City, PA 610-864-6143OC Theodore W. Didden CAGO Ambler, PA 215-646-0294 OC Michael Diorio Bryn Mawr, PA 609-947-5112OC Sue Ellen Echard Harleysville, PA 610-585-5059 OC Maria de J. Ellis Ardmore, PA 610-896-6189OC Paul Emmons AAGO, ChM Warminster, PA 215-675-6478O Suzanne Erb Philadelphia, PA 215-568-5795 O Jonathan G. Fairchild Huntingdon Valley, PA 215-947-8340OC Paul Fejko Philadelphia, PA 609-462-9000 O Patricia Gallo-Terrenzio Huntingdon Valley, PA 215-947-4759OC William J. Gatens, FAGO, ChM Chester, PA 610-876-5617OC Charles Glandorf Coopersburg, PA 610-416-1055OC Eric Gombert Souderton, PA 267-471-7003OC Peter Gowen Philadelphia, PA 215-776-7374
OTHER SUBSTITUTES
O Timothy Harrell Doylestown, PA 215-297-5812O H. Ray Hunsicker West Chester, PA 610-399-4358OC Grete Ingalls, CAGO Philadelphia, PA 267-253-4007 OC Helen Jauregui Philadelphia, PA 215-498-0982OC Beth Z. Jenkins Oreland, PA 215-885-7275 OC D. Damien Jones Wilmington, DE 215-432-2178OC Sandor Kadar, FAGO Newtown, PA 609-540-6548OC Maria Lennon Hatboro, PA 215-896-9484OC David Clark Little Feasterville, PA 610-209-5243O Glenn M. Matis Doylestown, PA 215-489-2548 OC Steven J. McBride West Chester, PA 610-633-3442 OC Lee F. Milhous Doylestown, PA 215-348-8872 OC Wesley D. Parrott Philadelphia, PA 215-732-6732OC Aaron C. Patterson Philadelphia, PA 215-725-0959 O Margaret Realley Doylestown PA 215-345-8564OC Katherine Rick ,CAGO Wayne, PA 517-945-3448O Ruth E. Rineer Cheltenham, PA 267-536-5706OC Valerie Rozek Chesterbrook, PA 440-478-8163OC Jeffrey J. Shuman, FAGO, ChM Lightstreet, PA 570-784-1574 OC Judith F. B. Stebner Warminster, PA 215-630-9632OC Bruce J. Thorsen Doylestown,. PA 215-622-1023OC F. Anthony Thurman Cherry Hill, NJ 856-616-2480O Jerry L. E. Wright Collingdale, PA 610-586-7381
The codes preceding each name have the following meanings:O = Available to play other services such as weddings/funerals/weekdays, C = will also direct a choirThis list is published as a courtesy to the chapter membership. Although the AGO assumes no responsibility for the musicianship or reliabilityof substitute organists, Guild certificates and other degree programs indicate preparation beyond the minimum.Please note: This list includes only current members of the Philadelphia Chapter. To be included on this list, please be sure your membershipis current and forward your information to Fran Treisbach at 484-231-1426 or [email protected].
These organists are NOT available to play Sunday services
Code Substitute Location Phone Number Code Substitute Location Phone Number
Mar jor ie Lynch Cummings___________________
C.A.G.O. First Presbyterian Church of Olney
William J. Gatens, D. Phil., F.A.G.O., Ch.M.___________________St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Bridgeport, PA
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St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church at Tenth St. belowMarket was founded in 1822. It was built on thesite where Benjamin Franklin flew his infamous
kite. During the nineteenth century,the church becameone of the more notable churches in Philadelphia. Itremains so today, not so much as a church but as abuilding. Several of Philadelphia’s historically signifi-cant musicians served as organist-choirmaster there,but the most noteworthy was David Duffle Wood (b.March 2,1838 - d. March 27, 1910, Easter Day).
Although not a nameremembered by many inthe year 2017, his influ-ence and significancehas been an underlyinginfluence for the genera-tions of Philadelphiaorganists which fol-lowed. David Wood wasa remarkable man andmusician, all the moreso since he journeyedthrough life encumberedbut undaunted by blind-ness. Born inPittsburgh, he lost hisvision by age threethrough accident anddisease. At age five, hisparents, wanting the best school for their son,unselfishly put him - alone - in 1843 in the charge of amerchant for a five day trip by stage, canal boat, andtrain across Pennsylvania to study at the PennsylvaniaInstitution for the Instruction of the Blind. (The schoolwas at 20th and Race from 1835 to 1890, and thenmoved to Overbrook. It was renamed OverbrookSchool for the Blind in 1946.) Wood’s association withthe school continued throughout his life. By age fif-teen, he was an assistant teacher. By 1887, he wasthe head of the music department, teaching at theschool for a total of 57 years.
In 1864, at age 26, David Wood was appointed organ-ist at St Stephens, assuming the positions of bothorganist and choirmaster in 1870. The organ then atSt Stephen’s was three manuals, thirty registers andone octave and a half of pedals, built by Hall of NewYork. In 1884, the Baptist Temple secured his ser-vices as organist and director of their evening services,a position he held until 1909 (a story unto itself). Woodwas a professor at the Philadelphia Musical Academy(PMA) for thirty years, where he was head of the organand theory department. In an address by Mrs. JohnBunting, Secretary of the American Organ Players'Club, shortly after Wood’s death, Mrs. Bunting summa-rized his impact on Philadelphia organists when shesaid, “It is believed that at least three-fourths of the
present organists of Philadelphia were either pupils ofDr. Wood, or have been pupils of those who studiedunder him.” In 1907, he had the privilege of presidingover the installation of a new IV/70 Haskell of his owndesign at St Stephen’s, an organ he would enjoy all toobriefly.
Dr. Wood was the owner of the first copy of Bach'scomplete organ works ever brought to Philadelphia.These volumes, published in Germany in 1844, werethe most valued treasures of his library and came tohim in 1852 after the death of his first teacher, WilhelmSchnabel. Those who knew David and heard him playattested to the sensitivity and skill with which he playedBach. On May 8, 1894, he played the first all Bachorgan program ever performed in Philadelphia. As ateacher, Wood conveyed his passion for and convic-tion in the music of Bach to his students. One suchstudent, Rollo Maitland (1884-1953), went on to bePhiladelphia’s leading authority on the music of Bachand would succeed Wood at PMA. Another was J.Fred Wolle (1863-1933), who would go on to establishand conduct the Bach Choir of Bethlehem from 1900 to1932. After the first Bach Festival at Bethlehem, March29, 1900, Wolle wrote to Wood, “It was your masterfulinspiration which led me to the study of Bach.” Wolleconducted the first complete performances in theAmericas of Bach's St. John Passion in 1888, the St.Matthew Passion in 1892, and the B-minor Mass in1900 in Bethlehem.
To learn a piece of music, his private secretary, MissBurdette, stood near David at the organ or piano. Shewould rapidly dictate the notes to him one hand, sev-eral bars at a time, then the other hand, and the pedal.
THERE SHALL BE NO NIGHT THERE Submitted by Dr. Jeffrey Fowler
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Once they reached the end of the piece, David couldincredibly remember the entire work. He played mostof the major Bach works in addition to much otherrepertoire: anthems, hymns, service music, and orato-rios for his positions at St Stephens, the BaptistTemple, and the school for the blind. He composed agreat deal of choral music, none of which was pub-lished during his lifetime. HW Gray / Novello publishedmuch of it posthumously with accompaniments (whichhe never put to paper) recreated by Rollo Maitland fromthe recollections of Mrs. Wood.
An outstanding aspect of Dr. Wood’s work at theSchool for the Blind was a series of oratorios he pro-duced at the Philadelphia Music Fund Hall accompa-nied by members of the Philadelphia Orchestra.Beginning 1904, these concerts became annual affairsand included Hymn of Praise, The Seasons, JudasMaccabaeus, Acis and Galatea, and My Spirit was inHeaviness. Fritz Scheel, the first conductor of thePhiladelphia Orchestra, was amazed by the unsightedchorus’ memory, and the accuracy of their attack, andrelease.
Dr. Wood was a founding member of the AmericanOrgan Player’s Club and was its first president from itscreation in 1890 until his death in 1910. The AOPC wasa national organization established on the same princi-pals and requirements for membership as the AGO, ofwhich Wood was also a founding member in 1896. Soadmired was David Wood by his colleagues and by thepublic, that a music festival featuring his compositionswas held in 1920 to mark the tenth anniversary of hisdeath and as late as 1938, another was presented inrecognition of the hundredth anniversary of his birth.
The story of this gentle giant is a story that is so quicklylost to the ages, and yet its influence can be clearlytraced into the present. Our profession is better servedwhen it honors those who have gone so admirablybefore. There are few whose lives better personify theAGO’s motto than David D Wood.
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TALE PIPESMary Elizabeth Campbell, CAGO, Editor
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Overbrook Presbyterian Church - Philadelphia
E l i z a b e t h Manu s ___________________Pianist, Organist, Vocal coach
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Your predecessor, lured away sight unseen …By great opportunity way out west,
You so graciously came back as Dean,And then gave us all your best!
Taking the reins (reigns?), overseeing committees,Occasionally navigating our politics,
SO many meetings, and trips to the city,And travels between, just for kicks,
Steering our ship with good humor and fun,Bringing expertise – hymnal, organ and choral,
Knowing all details, what had to be done,While playing at Longwood, a concert most floral.
We owe you so much, so here’s a huge Thank You!!You’ve talents and good sense in quite equal measure,
From your Y2K term we’ve come far, it’s true,All the better, for you’re quite a treasure!
For a Dean and Three QuartersA short poem to honor David Furniss by MEC
Deans Fowler and Furniss
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Roy Harker___________________Church of Saint Asaph
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