The Erzähler

The mission of the American Guild of Organists is to foster a thriving community of musicians who share their knowledge and inspire passion for the organ.

- April 2025 -

- From the Dean -

Greetings, chapter members and friends!

March 30 - Marietta Hardy, Henry Bauer, Mark Haberman, and Jonathan Truong, CAGO, embarked on a 46-mile route presenting a marathon of Bach at three venues for an enthusiastic, combined audience of 192. Congratulations and thank you, Bachathon team!

Special thanks are extended to John Benham, KPBX recording engineer, for capturing the St. Augustine performance. Listen to it HERE.

Download the program:

Blessings on your Holy Week and Easter endeavors. Your diligent work IS appreciated!

Very best regards, Ed

Organ Academy Recital

Sunday, April 27 - 3:00 p.m.

Central Lutheran Church

Our 14 academicians are enthusiastically discovering new literature while furthering their playing skills. Plus, the Saturday practice sessions on church organs around the area is providing them with valuable experience. Special thanks to our Saturday hosts:

St. Mark's Lutheran
St. Augustine Catholic
St. John's Lutheran
Pilgrim Lutheran
Manito Presbyterian
St. Aloysius Catholic
Central Lutheran

You will be amazed and thrilled by their artistry at the annual recital. Put this free event on your calendars!

Help us spread the word. Images assets are available at the bottom of the recital webpage.

Surge iuvenes organistae!

Deepest Condolences

We are sad to share news of the death of Judy Temple's husband, Bob, on March 30. Funeral arrangements will be announced soon.

Please keep Judy and the family in your prayers.

Picnic and

Election of Officers

Sunday, June 22 - 1:00 p.m.

Join us for a potluck picnic at Manito Park Lower Picnic Shelter. Parking for this shelter is accessed at 18th Avenue and Grand Boulevard.

Potluck food details will follow next month.

Come celebrate a busy and very successful 2024-2025 season!