By Linda Andrews As organists, we all are constantly searching for new and unique ways to find students who might benefit from an introduction to the organ, especially younger, grade…
Author: Abby Lee
Mollie Nichols’ organ playing has been described as “vibrant” by the New York Times. Recipient of two organ performance degrees and the prestigious Performer’s Certificate from the Eastman School of…
Norma Bertalomi Sapp, piano, and Russell Saunders, organ By Mollie Nichols I am fortunate to have had a number of wonderful mentors in my life. In this article, I would…
By Elisa Bickers I am one blessèd organist. I work with a church whose priorities include fostering healthy relationships, excellence in worship, and amazing educational opportunities. We have 160 adults…
By Diane Luchese Since my adolescence, I have been captivated by Messiaen’s music. Inevitably my professional endeavors both as a music theorist and an organist have gravitated toward his music.…
By Marilyn Schempp It has been a wonderful experience serving as the North Central Regional Councillor for the last 4 1/2 years. I must admit that I felt a little…
By Eileen Guenther An Overview Slavery has been called “America’s original sin.” Frederick Douglass called it “the grand aggregation of human horrors.” It ripped apart families, communities, churches, and a…
Dr. Elisa Williams Bickers, FAGO, is the associate director of music and principal organist at Village Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village, Kansas. She is also the harpsichordist for the Bach…
Eileen Guenther is Professor of Church Music at Wesley Theological Seminary, where she teaches music and worship courses and is Director of Chapel Music. She holds degrees in English and organ from…