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Tulsa Chapter |
| Last updated: November 10, 2009 |
Message from the Dean |
| From the Dean… October 28, 2009
Thank you to First United Methodist Church for hosting the Chapter dinner meeting and recital on Thursday, October 22. And we extend special thanks to Dick Taylor for being such a gracious host, and to Phil Judkins for his work on the organ, and his excellent remarks about the organ’s history. It was a special treat to host Daniel O’Connor, the first-prize winner of the Region VII AGO/Quimby Regional Competition for Young Organists. Despite having two flights cancelled on his way from Appleton, Wisconsin, and then having his luggage lost somewhere in space, Daniel showed a remarkable composure and maturity! He had a great time, and played really well, using the organ beautifully. Daniel will play at the AGO National Convention in Washington DC in July, 2010, and he will be an excellent representative for Region VII! Be sure you have reserved Monday, November 23 for the Hymn Festival at St Pius X Catholic Church. Coordinated by Mike McCrary, it promises to be an evening of beautiful and inspiring music led by the Sapulpa High School Choir, Tulsa Festival Ringers and Tulsa Symphony Orchestra Brass Quartet. You will enjoy readings by Edward Dumit, and hearing or singing different settings of hymns with organ, brass, handbells and congregation – prepare to be thankful at the beginning of Thanksgiving week! Potluck Dinner is at 6:15pm – meat will be provided. Bring a salad, vegetable or dessert, or make a small donation if you would rather not cook! There is always plenty of food, but just so we know how much meat to prepare, please let Fred Elder know that you are coming by Friday, November 20. Call 622-1472 or email fredelder@cox.net There is a flyer attached – please print and post! I’m sure you have noticed that this program year highlights students – organ students, the Sapulpa High School Choir, the Tulsa Youth Symphony and more. As we think about the role these students will play in our future, I would challenge you: how do you support these young people? Do you invite students to our programs? Do you encourage that all-important next generation of organists? When a young person says “That was cool!” after you play, what do you do? When a student needs a place to practice, do you welcome them and do everything you can to make your instrument available? Does your church/school/synagogue understand the necessity of making their organ available to students for practice? I believe that how we respond may ultimately determine if there will be future generations of organists. Remember and be thankful for all the people who encouraged you! Karen |
Local Events |
| HYMN FESTIVAL 7:30pm, Monday, November 23, 2009
An evening of hymns old and new featuring the Sapulpa High School Choir, Tracy Watson, Director, Tulsa Brass Quartet and Tulsa Festival Ringers, Mike McCrary, Director. Potluck Dinner and Meeting at 6:15 pm St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1727 South 75th East Avenue, Tulsa “TASTE AND SING THE GOODNESS OF GOD” 7:30pm, Thursday, Feb 11, 2010 A program of original compositions (both musical and culinary) by Tulsa area musicians! Dinner and Meeting at 6:15pm St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 4001 East 101st Street, Tulsa ANNUAL STUDENT RECITAL 7:30pm, Monday, March 8, 2010 Organ students of Tulsa Chapter Members will be presented in recital, featuring the Tulsa Youth Symphony Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Ron Wheeler, and guest organist Olivia Buthod, former Tulsa Chapter student member. Potluck Dinner and Meeting at 6:15pm Fellowship Lutheran Church, 6727 S Sheridan Road, Tulsa TOM WINPENNY, Recitalist 6:00pm, Sunday, April 18, 2010 Hear the Assistant Master of the Music at St. Albans Cathedral, England on the Thomas Matthews Memorial Concert Series Reception following the concert Trinity Episcopal Church, 501 S Cincinnati, Tulsa |
Newsletter |
| Congratulations to Eliot Glaser, the only successful candidate in Region VII to receive the FAGO!
CALLING ALL COMPOSERS: Your compositions are being sought for the February, 2010 Chapter Program that will feature original works for organ, choir, voice and/or instruments from Tulsa area musicians. Preliminary submissions are due by November 5, 2009, so get those creative juices flowing, and request guidelines and entry forms: available from Karen Rich tkrich@swbell.net or Anne Roberts streborja@sbcglobal.net. WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR MUSIC! |
Membership |
| The Chapter needs you!!
Don’t miss out on all the benefits of membership in the AGO – if you did not receive the form, please let us know AND if you know someone who should be a member of AGO – invite that person to join! Be part of the in-crowd that supports the organ!! |
Placement |
| Contact Ferne Howell at fehowell@cox.net for openings. Employers and job seekers are invited to post and search listings of available positions on the Guild's National Website. |
Certification |
| Contact Eliot Glaser at eg@eliotglaser.com for information. |
Contact Us |
| Dean
Karen A Rich tkrich@swbell.net Sub-Dean Michele Cowen m_cowen@cox.net Secretary/Historian Barbara Elder Treasurer Fred Elder fredelder@cox.net Auditors Eliot Glaser Dale LeStourgeon Members at Large Thomas Starnes (2014) Susan Panciera (2012) Bill Shambaugh (2010) Professional Development Ferne Howell fehowell@cox.net Education Coordinator Eliot Glaser eg@eliotglaser.com Yearbook Barbara Elder barbaraelder@cox.net Bruce Wilkin beedub@aol.com |
Links |
| Visit the AGO National website |