November 2016 Volume 33 , Number 3

THE OPUS The official publication of the St. Louis Chapter of the American Guild of Organists www.agostlouis.org

Dear Fellow Members,

Our Monday, November 14, 2016 meeting will find us at St. Timothy Episcopal Church in Creve Coeur for an evening learning about the Organs of Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Our guest will be Nathan L. Bryson, Curator of Organs at Boardwalk Hall (Historic Organ Restoration Committee) a position he began September 1, 2015. Mr. Bryson, a native of Brevard, NC, in his previous position as Project Manager with Cornel Zimmer Organ Builders, brings his project management skills along with working skills to assist HORC in the daily onsite rebuilding activities of the organs.

Mr. Bryson has previously been involved with multiple Wanamaker Organ Symposiums focusing on the restoration and relocation of the Orchestral division and also has been involved with the Wurlitzer installation in the Greek Hall. Other notable projects worked on by Mr. Bryson include the 4/83 Aeolian-Skinner at Myers Park United Methodist Church, Charlotte, NC, 5/85 Austin/Cornel Zimmer at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Atlanta, GA and 3/38 Aeolian-Skinner at Neely’s Creek A.R.P., Rock Hill, NC.

Mr. Bryson graduated Southern Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Internet Computing and Bachelor of Arts in Music. Mr. Bryson has participated in continuing education credits with the American Institute of Organ Building and is currently Organist/Choirmaster for the Robinson Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC.

The Historic Organ Restoration Committee is a 501c3 chartered by the state of New Jersey for the restoration and preservation of the two pipe organs of Historic Boardwalk Hall. In addition to the actual physical restoration of the instruments, HORC seeks to educate and increase awareness of the unique importance of these instruments as irreplaceable national treasures through programming and tours throughout the year. The large organ (main auditorium) is the world’s largest musical instrument, the smaller instrument (Adrian Phillips Theater) is one uniquely suited to the interpretation of silent film.

HORC seeks to demonstrate the singular capabilities of the unique musical treasures of Boardwalk Hall and raise awareness for the need for additional funds to complete the project of the restoration of both organs to their original musical capabilities. 16 million dollars is needed over the next 10 years to return both organs to full functionality.

Currently, the past several years of work have allowed the first 75% of the Ballroom organ and approximately 25% of the Main Auditorium organ to return to functionality. The use of these instruments for programming such as outlined above allows us to make people aware of the presence of the instruments within the building. The instruments otherwise are not necessarily visually obvious to guests of Boardwalk Hall as they are enclosed within the walls and ceilings of the building.

The long-range plan of HORC is to complete the restoration of these two instruments and return them to full functionality. At our current rate of funding, we anticipate this to be 2023, but this may change. These instruments are returning, slowly but surely, to the daily operations of the building and can be heard in numerous concerts and shows at Boardwalk Hall. HORC will continue to promote an increase of tourist interest and awareness of what has recently best been described as “The Sonic Mt. Rushmore.”

We look forward to Mr. Bryon’s presentation on these historic, monumental instruments. The evening will begin with dinner at 6:30 pm followed by the program at 7:30 pm. Please join us as we journey to Atlantic City and the Boardwalk!!

See you there!

Burnell Hackman

Sub-dean

(See Page 11 for “The Details”)

HISTORIC ORGAN RESTORATION IN ATLANTIC CITY

THE OPUS

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November, 2016

Volume 33, No. 3

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Ramblings from the Dean . . .

Fireplace weather! For some reason, the anticipation of the season’s first fire in the fireplace is very appealing to me. Perhaps I don’t get out enough, but the thought of relaxing in my favorite chair, pooch by my side, loved-one reading a book nearby, and both of us with a tasty Manhattan (our preferred cocktail for this time of year), really is pretty darned close to heaven. Of course, though, it’s only the somewhat-cooler-before-the-storm of the holiday season . . . Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas . . . sigh! Most folk reading this rambling certainly understand the sigh at the end of that sentence. We are on the cusp of a season of elevated anxiety—rehearsals, meetings, and a blizzard of social responsibilities. Colleagues and work might well begin to make some greater-than-usual demands on your time and, more than likely, patience. My simple bit of encouragement, and one of which I’m hopeful my family and friends will gently remind me, is “chill-out”— go for a walk, sit by the fire, learn a trio sonata, practice some generosity or random act of kindness, scratch the ears of your favorite four-legged companion. Above all, be thankful for the enriching challenges ahead. In the words of The Book of Common Prayer:

We thank you for setting us at tasks which demand our best efforts, and for leading us to accomplishments which satisfy and delight us.

From these lips to the Almighty’s ears! Cheers, Mark Mark R. Scholtz Dean

NEWS YOU CAN USE:

Yvonne and I had the opportunity to attend the Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition in June, where we had the privilege of hearing outstanding young concert artists of true virtuosity and versatility. One that we felt stood out above the others was Alcée Chriss III. He went on to win the Firmin Swinnen second prize in the competition. I thought he should have been awarded first place. Not being privy to the judge’s discussions, I truly believe it was a hard call. Upon returning to St. Louis, I shared our experience with Brent Johnson, and asked him if there was some way he could play at Friday Pipes or in an evening concert. Thanks to some generous benefactors, Alcée will perform November 16, 6 PM at Third Baptist Church, Grand and Washington, St. Louis. Alcée has performed throughout the United States and France and has won top prizes at international and national competitions, including First Prize and Audience Prize in the Miami International Organ Competition (2014), the Fort Wayne National Organ Competition (2016), the Albert Schweitzer National Organ Competition in Wethersfield, CT (2013), and the Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists in Austin, TX (2013). He is also active as a jazz pianist and is able to do interesting transcriptions in that genre, such as Art Tatum’s Blue Skies, which he played on his final round. On the classical side, his transcription of the first of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances was worth the price of admission by itself. Please plan to attend. You will be glad you did. See http://fridaypipes.com/ for more information. Wm. Sullivan

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ORGANISTS ARE REALLY ATHLETES—A SURPRISING PERSPECTIVE

by Jake De Lange (Editor's note: This essay comes to us via Henry Evans. The author is Henry's organ student.)

I am in the locker room after practice, unlacing my wrestling shoes while my teammates discuss tomorrow’s match. I hurriedly dart out the door and drive to my church. I am greeted by my organ teacher and the quiet of the chapel. Now I lace up my organ shoes—which look like men’s high heels—and get ready to play. I am a walking contradiction—somewhere in between a jock and a band geek, a wrestler and the principal organist for my congregation. Perhaps I can chalk up my two affinities to nature—my dad lettered four times in high school while my mom preferred writing poetry. Or perhaps it is nurture. I’m a military brat, and after living in 11 different places from Hütchenhausen, Germany to Norman, Oklahoma, I have learned to appreciate variety. Either way, I have discovered that despite obvious contrasts, my hobbies have much in common. One similarity is the strength that comes with both wrestling and organ playing. I joined my school team as a freshman. I got pinned a lot and finished my first season with a losing record. After a year of intense strength building, though, I could successfully put up a fight throughout the grueling, muscle quivering, six-minute matches. I began winning. While the organ’s power is not derived from physical strength, it is forceful because of the volumes it achieves. Comprising an array of pipes that can number into the thousands, an organ’s power and breadth of sound can match that of an orchestra. When I was 11, my mom talked me into starting organ lessons. At first, the only thing I liked about it was its loudness. To this day I still love to floor the crescendo pedal and hear the chapel rattle. Whether I am pinning my opponent or letting loose the organ’s pipes, I can’t get enough of the adrenaline rush. Another parallel between organ playing and wrestling is the way they engage the whole body. The organ is more than a glorified piano. It can have up to 6 keyboards—5 for the hands and one for the feet. In addition, the organ has no sustaining pedal like a piano, thus a special technique must be employed to smoothly connect notes. Because of this, an organist’s entire body must be positioned correctly to make a piece work—knees together, left foot slightly behind the right, wrists up, etc. In wrestling, just the names of the moves indicate the sport’s comprehensive use of the human body: From arm bars to leg riding and headlocks to hip tosses, no muscle goes unused. Finally, wrestling and organ playing are both underdogs. During my freshman year the wrestling team offered free pizza to attract more students to its notoriously unpopular matches. Only five came. Likewise, the organ’s following has diminished over the years as young musicians opt for cooler instruments like the electric guitar. Though both activities are less popular, both have much to offer. Wrestling has taught me how to give my all. Practices can be so grueling that I sometimes sweat off four pounds, but I have felt the pride that comes from pushing myself to the brink. I have also come to appreciate the organ as an outlet of creative expression that allows me to convey a power and range of emotions that few other instruments can. My unique hobbies have taught me that good things can come from unexpected places. In life, it is easy to categorize people. Due to my family’s military moves, I have attended 10 different schools, and the labels seem to be the same: brainiacs, jocks, choir geeks, misfits, etc. I have occasionally felt “between worlds” as I have tried to find my place amongst these groups, but my hobbies have made this process easier. Being a wrestler and an organist has shown me that most worlds are not as far apart as we think.

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Executive Board Meeting Summary--Cathy Cassy

In order to keep you informed of what’s happening at our Executive Board Meetings, I will be including a summary of our minutes in the OPUS. The Executive Board met on August 31 and again September 12. A committee is currently working on the revisions to our Operating Procedures to keep in line with National Procedures. Once the committee has finalized the revisions, they will be sent out to the membership for approval and then sent through the designated National representatives and committee. Ours were last updated in 2014. Our OnCard report shows that we now have 139 active members. The Board discussed the possibility of another POE or a January Jubilee. Dawn and Phillip are interested in chairing a January Jubilee for the Chapter. Mark asked all to think about how to make another POE happen. A proposal was made by Brent and approved by the Committee to print and distribute AGO windshield stickers to all members. Members should have received them with their last OPUS mailing. A request was made for the Chapter to consider hosting the 2017 Quimby Regional Competition for young organists. Since the Program year has already been set and is full, the decision was made to plan on doing the competition in 2019. After discussion with the program organizer, Mark said Jeff Verkuilen and the other organizers were very receptive to our hosting in 2019. Discussion was held on the posting of Open Positions on the website and a possible need for time frames to be given for the announcement’s posting and removal. Rene explained how he’s using Social Media statistics to create more outreach and connections for others to discover our websites and to use them to promote events. Our King of Instruments radio show needs sponsors. Sponsor suggestions included promoting Parishes and/or parish events, birthdays. The cost is $150 per episode for 2 announcements; $80 for half an episode which would be one announcement. Deadline for the OPUS is usually the 15th of the Month prior to publication; however, the deadline for the January issue (in December) will be will be earlier. The next Executive Board Meeting is: November 14th – St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church – 5:30 pm Respectfully submitted, Cathy Cassy, Executive Board Secretary

. . . WHO FROM THEIR LABORS REST . . .

Anita Dorothy Lieser passed away September 23. Anita grew up in the Shaw neighborhood. She earned a Masters in Music Education and taught at Mann School. While raising her family she taught piano and served as a church organist. She enjoyed playing chamber music, nature walks, giving garden club presentations, and classical music. Memorial contributions are encouraged to the Compton Heights Concert Band, St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra, Webster Groves Nature Study Society, and American Guild of Organists. Anita was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Lieser, and leaves behind children, David (Julia) Lieser, Dorothy (Dave) Jones, and Diane Lieser, as well as two grandchildren. Services were held Saturday, October 1 at Watson Terrace Christian Church, Interment was in Mt. Hope Cemetery.

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UPCOMING

CONCERTS

NOVEMBER

Friday November 4—12:30 pm—Third Baptist Church Friday Pipes at Third Baptist Composer and Organist Harold Stover from the Portland Conservatory of Music in Portland, Maine will be performing. Each half-hour recital starts at 12:30 and is followed by a reception with refreshments. Free parking is available behind the church, and more information is available at FridayPipes.com 620 N. Grand Blvd., Saint Louis, MO Sunday November 6—3:00 pm—Peace Lutheran Church The Parlor Trio The Parlor Trio was formed in the summer of 2012 by St. Louis musicians Sharla Anderson, Kathy Garrison and Nicole Kovaluk. The trio, unlike the traditional piano, cello and violin, consists of a pianist and two violinist/violists. They enjoy exploring the infrequently performed repertoire in this genre. 737 Barracksview Road, St. Louis, MO 63125 Sunday, November 6—2:00 pm—Christ Church Cathedral Shepley Series, Jeffrey Noonan, Baroque Guitar and Theorbo; Samuel Bareen, Baroque violin; and Samantha Arten, Soprano. 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO Sunday November 6—4:00 pm—Second Presbyterian Church Silent Movie The silent movie Girl Shy will be shown on Sunday, November 6 at 4:00 pm at Second Presbyterian Church. Organist Andrew Peters plays accompaniment during the 80-minute film starring Harold Lloyd. The movie is free and open to the public. The church is located at 4501 Westminster Place in the Central West End, St. Louis, 63108. For more information call 314-367-0367 or www.secondchurch.net. Friday November 11—12:30 pm—Third Baptist Church Friday Pipes at Third Baptist Linda Andrews, Organ Instructor of Western Illinois University, Macomb, Illinois will be performing. Each half-hour recital starts at 12:30 and is followed by a reception with refreshments. Free parking is available behind the church and more information is available at FridayPipes.com 620 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO Sunday, November 13—2:00 pm—Christ Church Cathedral Shepley Series, Sean Chen, Piano. The Juilliard School—Yale School of Music. 2013 DeHaan Classical Fellow of the American Pianists Association. Sponsored by the St. Louis Area Music Teachers Association. 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO Sunday, November 13—5:30 pm—Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church Choral Evensong. Canticles: Byrd Second Service: Anthem: Prevent us O Lord, Byrd. 110 N. Warson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63124 Friday November 18 - 12:30 pm - Third Baptist Church Friday Pipes at Third Baptist Bradley Burgess, Organ Scholar of Marquand Chapel at Yale University, New Haven Connecticut will be performing. Each half-hour recital is followed by a reception with refreshments. Free parking is available behind the church and more information is available at FridayPipes.com 620 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO.

Sunday, November 20—10:30 am—Webster Groves Presbyterian Church. Worship Service—Group Riga Duo: Gennadi Aronson, violin, Rekha Dravina, piano. Contact Shawn Portell, Director of Music/Sr. Organist at 314-962-9210 x 3211 or see website at www.wgpc.org for more information. 45 West Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO Sunday, November 20—5:00 pm—Christ Church Cathedral Shepley Series, Elsie Parker, clarinet and soprano; Ken Kehner, piano. A Thanksgiving of Music. 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO Sunday, November 20—6:00 pm—St. Paul Lutheran Church, Jackson MO. John Berry in Concert. O’ Holy night: Celebrating 20 Years of Christmas. Ticket sales information not yet available. Proceeds benefit LFCS. 223 W. Adams St. Jackson MO Sunday, November 20—7:00 pm—Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church Concert: Music for a Royal Wedding. A concert by the Kingsbury Ensemble, one of the Midwest’s premiere early music ensembles, with the St. Peter’s Choir. Including the grand motet Dominus Regnavit by Jean-Joseph de Mondonville (1711–1772). Tickets available through the Kingsbury Ensemble—http://kingsburyensemble.com/events.html 110 N. Warson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63124 Sunday, November 27—5:30 pm—St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Advent Meditation Service. Includes the O Antiphon Preludes by Nico Muhly (b. 1981). 110 N. Warson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63124 Sunday, November 27—5:00 pm—Christ Church Cathedral Shepley Series, Evensong—The Cathedral Choir. 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO Wednesday, November 30—8:00 pm—Cathedral Basilica Stile Antico Holiday Concert. A favorite with concert-goers and the most requested . . . Always provides a beautiful evening of song. Performing music from their latest recording, A Wondrous Mystery, including Praetorius’ double-choir Magnificat. Tickets: $19, $29, $42. To order by phone: (314)533-7662. 4431 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO

DECEMBER

Sunday, December 4—4:00 pm—Second Presbyterian Church Advent Vespers—The Second Church Chorale and Orchestra, Andrew Peters—conductor will perform portions of Edward Elgar’s The Apostles. Vespers also Includes hymns, readings, and music for handbell choir. Free and open to the public. 4501 Westminster Place, St. Louis, MO. Sunday, December 4--2:00 pm--Christ Church Cathedral Shepley Series--A Holiday Gift to the People of St. Louis Webster University Music Staff and Students. 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO (Continued on Page 6)

http://www.wgpc.orghttp://cargocollective.com/kingsbury/2016-Calendar

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(Continued from Page 5) Sunday, December 4—6:00 pm—Christ Church Cathedral Shepley Series, Diocesan Advent Lessons and Carols Missouri and Illinois Choirs and Instrumentalists. 1210 Locust St., St. Louis, MO Saturday, December 10—8:00 pm & Sunday, December 11— 2:30 pm—Cathedral Basilica. Christmas at the Cathedral, with the St. Louis Archdiocesan Choirs & Orchestra. Includes John Rutter’s Gloria. Tickets: $49, $39, $24. Order online at: www.CathedralConcerts.org or by phone: (314) 533-7662. 4431 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108 Sunday, December 11—10:30 am—Webster Groves Presbyterian Church. Worship Service— A Christmas Celebration: Rejoice in the Living Water. WGPC Chancel Choir, soloists and guests—The Stonehenge Brass Quintet.. Shawn Portell, Director of Music/Sr. Organist. 314-962-9219 x 3211. www.wgpc.org for more information. 45 West Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119. Sunday, December 11—5:30 pm—Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church Advent Lessons & Carols. 110 N. Warson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63124 Monday, December 12—8:15 am & 6:30 pm Preschool and Kindergarten Christmas Program. 223 W. Adams St. Jackson MO

Tuesday, December 13—1:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Thursday, December 15—7:00 pm—St. Paul Lutheran Church, Jackson, MO. “Christmas at St. Paul” featuring School Choirs and Instrumental Ensembles (tickets required in advance) www.stpauljackson.com. Or call Matthew Palisch at 572-243-2236. 223 W. Adams St., Jackson MO Thursday, December 22—7:30 pm—Powel Hall Christmas Candlelight Concert. The glory of Christmas is celebrated with the buoyant and festive Magnificat by John Rutter, featuring soprano soloist Emily Birsan. The second half of the program opens with the beloved Candlelight Processional and includes traditional audience carols with the St. Louis Children’s Choirs, under the direction of Barbara Berner. Sponsored by Emerson and Boeing Employee Community Fund. Ticket prices range from $30 -$75 and can be purchased by visiting www.bachsociety.org or through the Powell Hall box office: 314-534-1700, www.powellhall.com. 718 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO, 63103. Wednesday, December 14—7:00 pm—St. Paul Lutheran Church, Jackson, MO. “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” featuring the Joyful Sound Ringers and Kantorei. 223 W. Adams St. Jackson MO Friday, December 16—7:00 pm—Historic Old St. Vincent’s Church (Cape Girardeau, MO). “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” returns to Historic Old Saint Vincent’s Church. 131 South Main Street, Cape Girardeau, MO

UPCOMING

CONCERTS

From the OPUS Editor—Chapter Event Information:

The Opus is not published in the month of December.

Our January Chapter event will be a breakfast and rehearsal with John Ferguson on January 7, followed by an

Epiphany Hymn Festival on Sunday, January 8, also with John Ferguson

(both events will be at Second Presbyterian Church, Andy Peters, host).

Because this event is early in the month, the COPY DEADLINE for the January issue of The Opus will be DECEMBER 10.

Every effort is being made to provide “The Details” in ample time. Given the annual holiday demands on the postal

delivery system, and the demands placed on the contributors to The Opus, all of whom are busy church musicians,

this should avoid a delay in delivery.

The Editor wishes all of you a peaceful and music-filled holiday season!

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Steinway Piano Gallery and Rodgers Organs of St. Louis – your leader in bringing the

finest keyboard instruments to the region since 1993 - is PROUD to announce our

newest line of church organs - Johannus Organs.

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Steinway Piano Gallery and Rodgers Organs of St. Louis - #3 in Rodgers organs sales in 2015 in the US – has joined forces with Global Organ Group to bring to the St. Louis area this formidable line up of organs. The most trusted keyboard instrument company in the region chooses to represent the finest pianos and organs in the industry.

Rodgers Organs will continue to be and do what they do best - support their products both in replacement parts and in MIDI, remain on the cutting edge of research and development, bring customers the beautiful sound they expect and promise to remain individual and distinct from its sister brands.

An exciting addition to our award winning showroom on Dorsett Road will be coming! SPG and ROSL will bring Johannus Organs to St. Louis. Johannus with its exciting European sound ranges from the custom-designed Monarke church organ to the affordable home organ with AGO pedalboard.

Our expert organ staff invites your inquiries and questions. Contact Susan Lutz for a consultation soon to discuss which

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Choral Evensong Sunday, November 13 at 5:30 p.m. Canticles: Byrd Second Service • Anthem: Prevent us, O Lord Byrd Concert: Music for a Royal Wedding The Kingsbury Ensemble with the St. Peter’s Choir Sunday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m. – tickets through kingsburyensemble.net

Advent Meditation Service Sunday, November 27 at 5:30 p.m. Including the O Antiphon Preludes by Nico Muhly (b. 1981). Advent Lessons & Carols Sunday, December 11 at 5:30 p.m.

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Jack Hardman released the following announcement concerning his 4/38 Wurlitzer. Please see how this organ came to be at HardmanWurlitzer.com and then spread the word.

AVAILABLE

The recently restored 4/38 Hardman Studio Wurlitzer is available for sale or donation to a responsible tax-exempt organization having an appropriate acoustical environment where it can be seen, played, and heard in concert on a regular basis, and where proper security, long-term care and maintenance are assured. Timing is not critical. Please speak with Jack Hardman about your ideas for a suitable venue for beautiful, concert-ready, historic instrument. HardmanWurlitzer.com Jack Hardman 703-678-5281 (US)

OPEN POSITIONS

Choir Director

Timothy Lutheran Church (5 hrs/week @ $15/hr). Duties: Plan choral music for two Sunday services each month, coordinate

placement of text in bulletin/power point; develop familiarity with Timothy’s choral library and use of copyrighted material;

coordinate all bulletin material and music texts (for power point) with church office manager; should be familiar with Lutheran

music heritage. Duties include: Organize and direct weekly rehearsal (one hour on Wednesdays at 7pm); organize folders and

music for rehearsal; maintain choir library/filing music. Rehearsals are 50% immediate performance/50% future worship.

Choir Director leads or delegates brief closing prayer/devotion. Every six weeks Director meets with pastors and organists to

plan services; this requires preparation of choral agenda after studying appointed Sunday lessons; coordinates with other

musical elements (soloists, instrumentalists, special groups). Organize Choir recruitment and necessary publicity; bulletin

announcements, recruitment statement/flyer, follow-up; oversee choir booth/table/presentation at fall Ministry Fair or other

“ministry fair” events. Professional Growth Opportunities will be available, funded by music budget as options arise. Choral

reading sessions by CPH (Concordia) and Morningstar. For more information and instructions on applying, please contact Mary

Anne Rall at rallpela@sbcglobal.net.

Organist

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church at 2900 St. Catherine, Florissant, MO is looking for an experienced part-time pipe organist.

Please send resumes to sbarnabas@sbcglobal.net

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St. Louis Chapter American Guild Of Organists Mark Scholtz Dean Burnell Hackman Sub-Dean Cathy Cassy Secretary Mike Kaberline Treasurer-Registrar Denis J. Doelling Auditor Executive Committee Class of 2017 Mary Beth Wittry Phillip Brunswick Jeff White, CAGO Class of 2018 S. William Aitken Stephen Jones Nannette Tornblom Class of 2019 Ted Cronbaugh John Hawn Mary Hitchcock-Reinhart Past Deans Dr. William Wade Dawn Riske Committee Chairs Dr. Barbara Raedeke Educational Resources (materials loan) 636-861-7076 Mary Hitchcock-Reinhart, CAGO Historian Denis J. Doelling Placement (substitute list/ job notices) 314-962-4058 dcdoel@charter.net Shawn Portell Professional Concerns spp@wgpc.org Mark Scholtz Programs Brent Johnson Membership/Registrar Nancy Barbee OPUS Newsletter Editor Rene Zajner Chapter Photographer and Social Media Administrator Open Position Media Relations Brent Johnson & Rene Zajner Webmasters Fern and Al Black Directory Editors and Hospitality Send address changes or mailing labels requests to: Brent Johnson 6622 Michigan Ave. St. Louis, MO 63111-2805 314-496-1278 brentmjohnson.net

THE DETAILS

Event: Presentation: The Organs of Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey by Nathan L. Bryson, Curator of Organs at Boardwalk Hall Location: St. Timothy Episcopal Church 808 North Mason Road, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 Date: Monday, November 14, 2016 Time: 6:30 dinner; 7:30 pm presentation Host: Mark Scholtz Cost: Dinner—$10 with reservation; $12 without reservation Contact Kathleen Bolduan for reservations as much in advance as possible (the day before the event is not too late). Phone or text 314-853-5011 or email Kathleen.bolduan@gmail.com Directions: From points east (via I-64): Go west to I-270, keep to the right on the ramp following signs for Chicago (north). Take Exit 14 for MO-340 (W. Olive Blvd). Turn left on N. Mason Rd. The church will be on the left. From North St. Louis County and Alton, IL: Go to I-270 and go west to Exit 14 for West Olive Blvd. Go west using instructions above. From points west (using I-64): Take Exit 22 for MO-141. Go to Ladue Road and turn right. Continue to North Mason and turn left. The church will be on your right. From South County (using I-270): Stay on I-270 past the I-64 interchange. Take Exit 14 for MO-340 (W. Olive Blvd). Turn left on N. Mason Rd. The church will be on the left.

THE DETAILS (JANUARY)

Event: Breakfast and Rehearsal with John Ferguson

Location: Second Presbyterian Church 4501 Westminster Place, St. Louis, MO 63108 Date: Saturday, January 7, 2017 Time: 9:00 breakfast; 10-noon rehearsal Cost: $10 with reservation; $12 without reservation Contact Kathleen Bolduan for reservations as much in advance as possible. Phone or text 314-853-5011 or email Kathleen.bolduan@gmail.com Directions: Second Presbyterian is 2 blocks south of Olive at the intersection of Taylor and Westminster Place in the Central West End. More specific directions will be in the January issue.

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