Annual Banquet and Installation of Ofﬁcers

In This Issue...

CHAPTER NEWS 1

DEAN’S MESSAGE 2

CRESCENDO STAFF INFORMATION 2

REGISTRAR’S CORNER 3

PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER AGO: 3Offices and Committees Directory

CHAPTER EVENTS 2014/2015 4

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 5

NEWS FROM NATIONAL 6

POSITIONS AVAILABLE 7

TUESDAY NOON RECITALS 8

SUNDAY SUBSTITUTES 9

OTHER SUBSTITUTES 10

KIMMEL DAY 11

OCEAN GROVE OUTING 12

TALE PIPES 13

Newsletter of the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Guild of OrganistsJUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 10

The deadline for the next issue is August 1, 2015

Monday, June 1 at 6:30 pm

Overlook Center City at the Pyramid Club

Mellon Bank BuildingDowntown Philadelphia

Please join us for this years' Chapter Banquet and Installation ofOfficers. This is going to be a great party, a wonderful speaker andone of the city's most spectacular views! Don't miss out.

Sign up on line: http://pcagoo.memberlodge.org/event-1919460

Craig R. Whitney, a retired foreigncorrespondent and editor of TheNew York Times, was born in

Massachusetts in 1943 and began organstudies there with Henry Hokans andLorene Banta, continuing at HarvardCollege with Melville Smith and JohnFerris. He served with the U.S. Navy inWashington and in Vietnam from 1966-69 and with The New York Times inVietnam, Germany, the Soviet Union,Britain and France before retiring as anassistant managing editor of The Timesin 2009. His books include “All theStops,” published by PublicAffairs in2003.

Annual Banquet and Installation of Officers

Host: Doug Backman Speaker: Craig Whitney

Ocean Grove Outing - Thursday, July 30Afternoon party, evening concert

See Page 12 for more information

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, 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. Articles inCrescendo 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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Fram! Fram!

Attending a Norwegian college in the Midwest expands your vocabu-lary a little. In my first year my friends spoke with great excitementabout lutefisk and lefse being served in the dining hall (choose lefse

– it smells better). At Christmas time we would sing “Jeg Er Saa GladHver Julekveld” otherwise known as “I am so glad on Christmas Eve.” Mycollege’s hymn starts with “Fram! Fram! St. Olaf!” (pronounced Frah-m)which means Forward! Forward! That phrase often pops into my mindnow as I look at different organizations which I am affiliated. The endlessmission of pushing forward in a positive and constructive way is one everyorganization faces.

Four years ago when I was elected Sub-Dean, I sat down one Julyevening and brainstormed the needs and possibilities of our Chapter. Imarvel at much of that list we were able to accomplish during that timeframe. The number of volunteers it takes to make this organization moveforward is huge! And yet, with many hands involved, we are able to dogreat things to both support our membership and promote organ andchoral music to the Philadelphia Metropolitan area. To all of you who giveyour time, talent and treasure to the work of the Chapter, thank you. Itwould not happen without your support.

June 13th marks our Fifth Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day at theKimmel Center. The growth of this outreach program is incredible and ourreach into the community is deepening. Please continue to promote thisevent to your choirs and friends. A simple plug from you can be the differ-ence of them venturing out to experience fantastic music featuring theorgan in our city’s concert hall. And it is Free and Non-Ticketed. Spreadthe word!

As our leadership changes this summer, I encourage Chapter members tocontinue to find ways to get connected in the activities of the Chapter. Forme, the friendships I have developed over the years of my Chapterinvolvement have been invaluable. It takes time and juggling of life’sobligations but seeing a familiar face at a conference or lunch with a col-league, reminds me of the ways my years in the Chapter have been ablessing. See you at future events as we ever push forward the craft thatwe love to which we give so much.

Fram! Fram!

Pax,Tim

To renew your membership for next season, visit:https://www.agohq.org/oncard-login

The Time is Now!

For those of you with a July 1 membership renewal date (most of ourmembers), you should have received an email or paper notice withinformation on how to renew your membership. If you haven't

received a renewal form and believe you should have, please give me acall and we'll sort it out. (Only members who joined our chapter in the last6 months will have a renewal date other than July 1).

Again, please remember to send your renewal to the National AGOHeadquarters. Please don't send any renewal money or forms to thePhiladelphia Chapter officers, and please do not use forms from previousyears. Thank you!

As always, please don't hesitate to call if there are any issues.

Erik Meyer, Registrar215.247.7466 x104

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 103 PHILADELPHIA CHAPTERAMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS

ELECTED OFFICES DeanTim Evers 610-688-8700

[email protected] Romeri 215-587-3696

[email protected] Marshall 215-844-8343

[email protected] deJ. Ellis 610-896-6189

[email protected] Meyer 215-247-7466 x104

[email protected] CoordinatorMarcia Sommers 610-692-5009

[email protected]

Executive CommitteeTERM ENDING 2015

Mary Elizabeth Campbell 484-995-6110Theodore Didden 215-646-0294Zach Hemenway 215-242-2055 x35Judith Fichthorn Bell Stebner 215-674-3456

TERM ENDING 2016 Grete Ingalls 215-310-0526Erik Meyer 215-657-2607Elaine Sonnenberg 419-980-0035 Gordon Turk 610-964-1808

TERM ENDING 2017Paul Fejko 609-462-9000Rosemary Hood 215-334-3643Wesley Parrott 215-732-6732

Andrew Senn 215-567-0532 x28

APPOINTED LEADERSHIPRegistrarErik Meyer 215-247-7466 x104

[email protected] ChaplainRev. Bruce Thorsen 215-230-3980

[email protected] Committee ChairAlan Morrison 215-735-8259

[email protected] Committee ChairEthel Geist 215-529-1603

[email protected] CoordinatorLee de Mets 215-997-0219

[email protected] / ArchivistTo be appointed

Nomination Committee ChairTo be appointed

Placement CoordinatorRobert Carson 267-634-9271

[email protected] Concerns ChairJudy Lang 610-623-8069

[email protected] Noon Recitals CoordinatorAndrew Heller 610-789-0146

[email protected] CoordinatorLoretta Hartnett 610-352-5441

[email protected] Lever 215-855-0287

[email protected]

E R I K M E Y E R , R E G I S T R A R

REGISTRAR’S CORNER

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

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 19090

[email protected] 215-247-7466 x104

E r i k M e y e r , R e g i s t r a r

Have you considered volunteering for our chapter? (And we are ALL volunteers!)

Loretta Hartnett, former and long term volunteer coordinator, had thesewise words to offer:

“The vitality and strength of any organization is the activeparticipation of its members!”

A few possibilities:• Letting us know if you would be willing to run for Executive Committee or otheroffice• Assisting with mailings – Katherine Reier heads the Crescendo Mail Bees andwould most certainly welcome you. We also have other mailings periodically.• Hosting or playing a Tuesday Noon Recital - you can even do this jointly withanother member (for instance by including vocal or solo instrumental music toaccompany)• Helping with chapter events – serving as greeter/usher/host; co-sponsoring anevent between your church/synagogue/other professional organization and thechapter• Making phone calls – an occasional need• Writing an article or submitting photos to Crescendo• Encouraging membership!!

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 104

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Saturday, September 27, 2014, 9:30amAnnual Kick-Off Event with Dr. James LittonEnglish Choral Music. Repertoire and TechniquesSt. Monica, Berwyn

Friday, October 24, 2014, 7:00pmA Tribute to Calvin Hampton St. Mark’s Episcopal, Center City; St. Mark’s Choir, Matt Glandorf, with Harry Huff (Calvin’s Assistant)

Friday, November 7, 2014, 2:00pmOrgan Concerto with the Philadelphia Orchestra and Organist Paul JacobsKimmel Center & Valanni Restaurant, 1229 Spruce Street2 PM Concert; 4:30 PM Happy Hour with Paul Jacobs

Monday, November 24, 2014, 9:30amWorkshop with Thierry Escaich on the Durufle LegacyImprovisation Organist from St. Etienne de Mont, ParisBryn Mawr Presbyterian Church

Sunday, December 28, 2014, 4:00pm - 8:00pmAGO Christmas PartyFred Haas Residence

Saturday, January 17, 2015, 8:00am - 4:00pmJanuary JumpstartMichael McCarthy, National Cathedral Director,Cathedral Organist Benjamin Straley, PLUS Singers from the National Cathedral Choir Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church

Sunday,February 15, 2015, 4:00pmHymn Festival with Robert HobbySt. Paul’s Lutheran, Ardmore; host Andrew Heller

Monday, March 16, 2015, 7:30pmAlexander Technique and Body Mapping with HeatherBuchanan, for console player and conductorSt Paul Lutheran, Glenside; host: Rae Ann Anderson

Sunday, April 19, 2015, afternoonAGO Legends IXBryn Athyn Cathedral; hosts Graham Bier, Terry S. Schnarr

Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 7:00pm Choral Techniques with Dennis Keene from the Voicesof Ascension.Wayne Presbyterian Church; hosts Tim Evers, Jeff Fowler

Monday, June 1, 2015, 6:30pmAnnual Banquet and Installation of OfficersPyramid Club; host: Doug Backman

Saturday, June 13, 2015 11 AM - 5 PM Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ DayKimmel Center

Philadelphia Chapter of the AGOChapter Events

2014-2015We thank our 2014-2015 Patrons

(list updated monthly)

Benefactors_______________________________________Jeffrey B. FowlerEthel Geist, CAGO, and Norman GeistAlan MorrisonHarry Wilkinson

Sponsors___________________________________________________Peter Richard Conte, AAGOTheodore W. Didden, CAGOJoseph J. LewisJohn A. Romeri, AAGO, ChM, & Karen RomeriDavid W. Stettler

Donors___________________________________________________Rae Ann AndersonRobert H. ErbJane Errera, ChMJeremy J. FloodBarbara R. HartenbauerAshley L. HornerMartha N. JohnsonConrad M. OlieAllen R. PopjoyStephen F. Schreiber

Contributors___________________________________________________Carol P. Anders Debra BacakCecelia A. Beatty Robert K. BettyJohn Byrne Mary Elizabeth Campbell, CAGODavid Christopher, CAGO Marjorie Lynch Cummings, CAGOMaria de J. Ellis William P. FenimoreMary L. Fenwick, AAGO Dorothy Fulton-Stevens, AAGOLoretta S. Hartnett, SPC Milli HaymanAndrew K. Heller Nancy J Kahler-JowCharles F. Kelemen Paul S. KinseyJudith A. Lang Jeffrey P. LeesMaria Lennon Thomas S. Lever, Jr.Phyllis B. Linn Jean MaddenErik G. Meyer Kathleen J. MoyerLeighton W. Moyer Wesley D. ParrottRichard J. Pilch Joyce F. RasmussenJohn E. Reber Stephen W. RossClair Rozier Yoshiko M. SeaveyMichael Stairs Edward Wilk

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 105CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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 rCalendar@agophi la .org

Monday, June 15, 3:00 PMBrahms Requiem Sing-In. Singing City and the NationalMusic Festival Orchestra, Richard Rosenberg, conductor.Bring your own score and lift your voice! Tickets $10.www.singingcity.org Reform Congregation KenesethIsrael, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027

Friday, June 26, 7:30 PMChamber Music at Bournelyf presents Temple Ave JazzQuartet, on the lawn with ice cream. Suggested donation$20/$10. Church of the Loving Shepherd, 1066 S. NewStreet, West Chester, PA 19382 610.692.5662 (responseline)

All Upcoming Events for Crescendo publication should be sentto Kathleen Schiede in advance of our publication submissiondeadline, which is the 1st of the month preceding publication.

William J. Gatens, D. Phil., F.A.G.O., Ch.M.___________________Blessed John Henry Newman Fellowship

Congregation Adath Jeshurun, Elkins ParkAmerican Record Guide

H a r r y W i l k i n s o nIn Memoriam___________________Ph.D., F.A.G.O.


Celebration of the Lifetime Achievements ofInternationally Acclaimed Organists and UniversityProfessors Raised $60,000 Benefitting the AGOEndowment Fund

NEW YORK CITY — The American Guild of Organists(AGO) presented its twelfth annual Endowment FundDistinguished Artist Award Recital and Gala BenefitReception honoring Cherry Rhodes and Ladd Thomason Friday, April 17, at the First United MethodistChurch of Glendale, Calif., where Dr. Thomas hasserved as organist for 55 years. An audience of morethan 500 colleagues, students, friends, and loved onescame together to celebrate the lifetime achievements ofthis dynamic musical couple.

The Gala was sponsored by the AGO National Counciland its Development Committee in cooperation with theFirst United Methodist Church of Glendale. The eventraised approximately $60,000 to be invested in theAGO Endowment Fund in the couple’s honor. Annualearnings from the Endowment support the educationalactivities of the Guild.

The honorees performed a recital that includedMendelssohn’s Sonata No. 1 in F Minor (Thomas),Moussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, transcribed byJean Guillou (Rhodes), and combined their talents onthe organ bench in a rare organ duet performance ofThe Sorcerer’s Apprentice by Dukas, as arranged byRayner Brown for their exclusive use. The Gala BenefitReception followed at the Hilton Los AngelesNorth/Glendale Hotel with 200 guests in attendance.

AGO President John Walker, FAGO, presented thehonorees with the AGO Endowment FundDistinguished Artist Award “for their exemplary careersas stellar performers and passionate teachers, andtheir lifelong service to the AGO and the sacred musicprofession.”

Established in 1994, the AGO Endowment Fund pro-vides income to educate new organists and to cultivatenew audiences for organ and choral music. Tax-deductible contributions to the Endowment Fund areinvested in perpetuity to produce continuing income foressential Guild programs and educational projects. TheAGO’s annual Gala travels around the country to cele-brate distinguished members of the organ world. PastAGO Gala honorees have included Marie-Claire Alain(New York City), Charles Callahan (St. Louis), DavidCraighead (Philadelphia), Gerre and Judith Hancock(New York City), Joyce Jones (Fort Worth), MarilynKeiser (New York City), Marilyn Mason (Ann Arbor),Thomas Murray (New Haven), John Obetz (KansasCity), Frederick Swann (Los Angeles), and John andMarianne Weaver (Philadelphia).

Those unable to attend the 2015 AGO Gala will receivea copy of the commemorative program book with theircontribution of $50 or more to the AGO EndowmentFund. Contributions in honor of Cherry Rhodes andLadd Thomas can be made online at Agohq.org or bymailing a check to: AGO Endowment Fund, 475Riverside Drive, Suite 1260, New York, NY 10115. Allgifts will be acknowledged in The American Organist.For information, please call 212-870-2311, ext. 4308,or e-mail [email protected].

NEWS FROM NATIONAL

CHERRY RHODES AND LADD THOMAS HONORED BY THE AMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS

AT GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA GALA

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 107POSITIONS AVAILABLE

[email protected]

We are happy to advertise positions available for churches in the GreaterPhiladelphia Area as a free service. We need to request that all ads stay withina 250 word limit – applicants should be directed to the church for further infor-mation. We would also be very grateful if churches encourage their organists tojoin our chapter – and many include dues payment as a contract perk!

Pastoral Associate for Worship & Music - Part TimeSaint Andrew the Apostle Parish27 Kresson-Gibbsboro Road, Gibbsboro, NJ 08026Posted May 14, 2015Position requires a skilled musician proficient at theorgan and piano and skilled in directing choral groups.We currently have the following ensembles: AdultChoir, Festival Choir, Quartet, Children's Choir, YouthBand, and Contemporary Ensemble. It also encom-passes oversight of all liturgical planning (and commit-tees), execution of all liturgies and para-liturgies,administrative oversignt of all aspects of worship, andadministrative oversight over all musical ensembles. Requirements: knowledge of Catholic liturgy and tradi-tions, ability to accurately prepare worship aids andpresider guides, ability to recruit, train and coordinatethe schedules of the various liturgical ministries, anddesire to work as a part of an energetic, spirit-filled pas-toral team. Please submit cover letter and resume tothe church at the address above or [email protected].

Children’s Choir DirectorCalvary Lutheran Church730 S. New St., West Chester, Pa. 19382Phone: 610-696-2475Posted April 21, 2015Seeking a candidate to fill a part-time position asDirector of Children’s Choirs. This would include:Junior Choir (Grades 2-5), Cherub Choir (Age 4 throughGrade 1), oversee and plan music for SundaySchool/Christian Education, Vacation Bible School,

and a children’s musical. Piano/accompaniment skillsare essential. Candidate must have a B. S. in MusicEducation. Salary will be commensurate with years ofexperience.Position will become available July 1. Interested candi-dates should submit their résumé to: Pastor DanielKrewson, Senior Pastor, Calvary Lutheran Church.Email: [email protected] as soon as possible.

Organist/AccompanistMedia Presbyterian Church30 E Baltimore Ave, Media, PA 19063Posted: 3/26/15Seeking an accomplished organist to support corporateand choral singing, and partner with others in creating amusical context for worship. This part-time positionrequires: a high level of technical competence and cre-ative versatility on both organ and piano; ability to workharmoniously with a variety of age groups, musicalcombinations, and levels of proficiency; ability to masterour three-manual Cornel Zimmer organ with 96 stops(23 pipe ranks, 63 digital ranks) and full midi capability;ability to skillfully navigate a variety of styles rangingfrom traditional sacred music to more contemporarygenres; and ability to utilize the internet efficiently forprompt communication and planning.The successful candidate will work in partnership with adynamic, flexible team including our music director,choir director, and other musicians. Together, they willencourage and support a robust lay music ministry.Contact Larisa Forest, Director of Music Ministries [email protected], 610-566-3944 x31.

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 108Andrew Heller, Coordinator

610-789-0146 [email protected]

In October we will once again come to Carmel Presbyterian Church in Glenside, where host Abby Palmisanohas brought large audiences to hear the concerts in past seasons. The organ there is a 3 manual Austin, 1928,rebuilt over the years with recent additions by Walker.

November will be at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ardmore. The host there is yours truly, and the organ is a3-37 Schantz from 1959, all under expression, playing into a resonant room. In the balcony is a 2-12 PatMurphy installed in 2005. The organ has been fully restored in recent years. Sowerby, Karg-Elert and Howellssound good on this organ.

December and January plans are underway, but haven’t been announced yet.

In February we will come back to Abington Presbyterian Church, where the large 1969 Moller organ hasbeen recently restored and enlarged. AGO hosts there are John Sall and Ethel Geist.

March will see us back on the Main Line, at the magnificent Reiger at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church. Thisorgan is a wonderful instrument for French music from De Grigny to Dupre and beyond.

April will see us back at the Moller/Murphy organ at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Roxborough. Host WesleyParrott even fed us lunch last year. This instrument is remarkably versatile for its size.

May is almost finalized, but not ready to announce.

2015-16 Tuesday Noon Recital Season in the Planning Stages

At the time of this writing, not every venue has been finalized, but we can tell you the following:

If you have not played a Tuesday Noon recital recently, please consider it. You can reach me at my address inCrescendo, or [email protected]. While I cannot tell you what motivates other players to play, I cantell you why I do:

1) It gives me a chance to share my love of the organ with an audience2) It makes me a little more diligent about practicing3) It gives me an opportunity to play music that does not fit into a worship service4) It allows me to learn new music and gives me a chance to play it

Even if you don’t consider yourself a great recitalist, perhaps one of the criteria above will help you find your ownreason for playing this season. If so, let’s talk!

Andy Heller

Mar jor ie Lynch Cummings___________________

C.A.G.O. First Presbyterian Church of Olney

Ron Coles, MM, M.Ed.Admin.___________________Roxborough Sr High School, Arts Department Chair

St. Paul Roman Catholic Churchwww.roncoles.com

TUESDAY NOON RECITALS


SOC Frederick K. Astmann Cherry Hill, NJ 856-424-3820SOC Debra S. Bacak Sellersville, PA 215-257-0553SOC Mary Eliz. Campbell, CAGO Phoenixville, PA 484-995-6110SOC Doris J. Dabrowski SPC Philadelphia, PA 215-387-6635SOC Adam F. Dieffenbach Telford, PA 267-738-2326 SOC Joyce Drayton Philadelphia PA 215-635-5778SOC Maria de J. Ellis Ardmore, PA 610-896-6189 SO Karen B. Fallows SPC Hatfield, PA 215-822-6762 SOC Susanna Faust West Chester, PA 610-766-1812SO Ruth D. Fisher AAGO ChM Media, PA 610-891-1269SOC Jeremy J. Flood CAGO Philadelphia, PA 215-625-2747 SOC Louise M. Gerdelmann Souderton, PA 215-723-6975SOC Adam P. Haines Philadelphia, PA 717-487-1006 SOC Michael C. Huffman Allentown, PA 610-433-6563SOC Raymond Johnson Cheltenham, PA 215-635-9944 SOC Joel E. Klingman SPC Southampton, PA 215-355-8445 SOC Thomas S. Lever Lansdale, PA 215-855-0287SOC Joseph Lindsay Allentown, PA 610-797-2510SOC David Clark Little Feasterville, PA 215-953-0352S Chiduzie Madubata Philadelphia, PA 301-919-9632

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 Tom Lever at [email protected] or 215-855-0287.

S Elizabeth A. Manus St. Davids, PA 610-293-9002SOC Paul R. Marchesano Philadelphia, PA 215-287-8955 SOC Mardia Melroy Ambler, PA 215-646-1975SOC Constance H. Mickel Bryn Mawr, PA 610-527-9514 SOC William Miller Philadelphia, PA 215-533-1121SO Irina Nenartovich, CAGO Cherry Hill, NJ 856-321-3465SO 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 Katherine Rick Wayne, PA 517-945-3448SOC Mark Rippel Newtown Square, PA 610-353-2763SOC Barbara Haddad Romesburg Drexel Hill, PA 610-446-3540SOC Jeffrey J. Shuman, FAGO, ChM Lightstreet, PA 570-784-1574 SOC Janet L. Tebbel Philadelphia, PA 267-250-7727SOC Fran Treisbach West Norriton Twp, PA 484-231-1426SOC John W. Van Sant Trenton, NJ 609-498-1768SC Jeff Varner Lansdale, PA 267-342-3095SOC Karen Whitney Philadelphia, PA 215-424-8450 S John C. Williams Doylestown, PA 215-622-1015

Code Substitute Location Phone Number Code Substitute Location Phone Number

Organists on this list are available to play Sunday services


OC Lucas C. Brown Philadelphia, PA 267-474-8476 OC D. Stephen Cable Bethlehem, PA 484-866-6019O Ronald Chancler, SPC Levittown, PA 267-679-6638OC 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 Vincent Paul DiFrancesco Philadelphia, PA 215-498-2609 OC Sue Ellen Echard Harleysville, PA 610-585-5059 OC Paul Emmens AAGO, ChM West Chester, PA 610-692-7632O 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 215-947-4759

OC 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 OC Lisa Guglielmo Glenmoore, PA 610-906-7740O Timothy Harrell Doylestown, PA 215-297-5812O H. Ray Hunsicker West Chester, PA 610-399-4358

OTHER SUBSTITUTES

OC 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, AAGO Newtown, PA 609-540-6548OC Ryan Kelly Chester Springs, PA 903-758-3535OC Maria Lennon Hatboro, PA 215-896-9484O 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 215-345-8564O Ruth E. Rineer Cheltenham, PA 267-536-5706OC Valerie Rozek Chesterbrook, PA 440-478-8163O Alexander M. Smith King of Prussia, PA 610-680-8162OC Judith F. B. Stebner Warminster, PA 215-630-9632OC Robert J. Stoop Philadelphia, PA 267-745-5709 OC Bruce J. Thorsen Doylestown,. PA 215-622-1023OC F. Anthony Thurman Cherry Hill, NJ 856-616-2480O John M. Woznisky Paoli, PA 484-318-7092O 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 Tom Lever at [email protected] or 215-855-0287.

These organists are NOT available to play Sunday services

Code Substitute Location Phone Number Code Substitute Location Phone Number

Roy Harker___________________Church of Saint Asaph

Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania

Rudolph A. Lucente___________________

Asst. Wanamaker Grand Court Organ

Mary Elizabeth Campbell, C.A.G.O.___________________Music Therapist – MAMT – BC

Private Music Teacher, Therapist, EDMR Practitioner

Carolyn Boxmeyer_________________Flutist

215.333.8833

D e n n i s E l w e l l___________________

Overbrook Presbyterian Church - Philadelphia

Sándor Kádár, A.A.G.O.___________________Organist, Conductor, Accompanist, Improvisor

St. Andrew Catholic ChurchNewtown, Pennsylvania

sandorkadar.com


Kimmel Day


Ocean Grove OutingWe are planning another special AGO Philadelphia Trip to Ocean Grove, this time for a performance by our ownDr. Gordon Turk and full orchestra. The program will include works by Guilmant and Saint-Seans. Special AGOtickets will be $10.00 and available soon on our website. (Normal ticket price is $16.00) There will be a specialafternoon AGO Philadelphia party in Ocean Grove before the Concert. Abington Presbyterian Church has offeredits parking lot as a meeting place for those who wish to carpool.

Complete details of this wonderful afternoon and evening will be coming soon. Watch your email for information,or check our website!

William J. Gatens, D. Phil., F.A.G.O., Ch.M.___________________Blessed John Henry Newman Fellowship

Congregation Adath Jeshurun, Elkins ParkAmerican Record Guide

H a r r y W i l k i n s o nIn Memoriam___________________Ph.D., F.A.G.O.

Steinway GrandPiano

Model L, year 2000Ebony Satin Finish

Perfect condition - available to play

Call the original owner:305-962-5925

JUNE 2015 VOLUME LXXVII, NO. 1013TALE PIPES

Mary Elizabeth Campbell, [email protected]

WHERE AM I?

This column is taking early vacation

If you’d like more for next season, please helpby sending interesting shots of instruments!!

Thank you in advance.Ahuge thank you to

Tim Evers who hasserved us so well

over the past 4 years!Tim was elected SubDean in the spring of2011 to begin serving 2years that fall whenRudy Lucente movedinto the role of Dean. Inthe fall of 2013 hemoved into the role ofDean, and throughoutthose years has helpedsteer us in wonderful directions.

I hope most of you can experience the 5th AnnualFred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day at the KimmelCenter, because if you haven't seen it yet you're infor a treat! Tim has had a big role in helping tomake this special, and his work at the beginning ofthe program with the Children's Program isabsolutely delightful.

If you didn't know Tim already, he has been in ourarea since 2000. He is from Landenberg, PA, andhas a BA in Church Music from St. Olaf College inMinnesota. While there he worked with renownedcomposer and musician John Ferguson, and choraldirector Anton Armstrong. He then earned his MA inOrgan Performance at Westminster Choir Collegewhere he studied under Stefan Engels. He servedas Director of Music at St. Paul's Lutheran Church inDoylestown, and in 2007 came to Wayne to take theposition of Associate Minister of Music at WaynePresbyterian Church, together with Jeff Fowler.

At Wayne he directs the Westminster Choir (youthgrades 6-12,) Selah Bell Choir, and WaynePresbyterian Church Chamber Orchestra. Heaccompanies the Chancel Choir and the WayneOratorio Society rehearsals, and shares worshipservice playing with Jeff Fowler. He also directs theVillanova Singers, the university's men's choralensemble. Tim will be moving into the role ofMinister of Music upon the retirement of ouresteemed colleague and former AGO Dean, JeffFowler.

Remember, we're all volunteers, and we most defi-nitely thank Tim for his wonderful service over thepast 4 years to the chapter! Best wishes, Tim!

MEC

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