December always brings MANY musical blessings and opportunities to enjoy our colleagues' work and presentations. I know you will want to attend many of the concerts, recitals, liturgies, and services listed below, but TWO very important and special events include the Greater Kansas City AGO's Schola Cantorum. They will present Lessons & Carols twice, and hopefully you'll be able to make one or both of their presentations. The first is 2 December 2007, 5 p.m., St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 18th & Washington, in Kansas City, KS; the second is 9 December 2007, 4 p.m., St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 40th & Main, in Kansas City, MO.

Soli Deo Gloria,
Sharon L. Hettinger, Dean

 
PIPE ORGAN DISCOVERY:
OUR JANUARY 26 (Saturday), 2008 MEETING
~Jan Van Otterloo

This IS our January meeting and many people are needed to make this a successful event. If you haven't yet volunteered, pick up the phone and call Jan Van Otterloo at 816-322-4942 or email her at vanhumphreyloo@aol.com... Thanks to you who have already volunteered to assist with our January event, Pipe Organ Discovery. Helpers are needed to assist with registration, chaperoning and lunch on January 26. We are planning for a LARGE turnout of youth, from grades 2-12.

MAKE THIS YOUR NEW YEAR's RESOLUTION:
INTRODUCE A STUDENT to the ORGAN!

Here's a 'blurb' to include in your church's JANUARY NEWSLETTER, your church's EDUCATION DIRECTOR's NEWSLETTER, your church's MUSIC NEWSLETTER, your SCHOOL'S NEWSLETTER or LETTER TO PARENTS...Or any place you can get out the word! (Flyers available to download HERE)

I*POD.... January 26, 2008 8:30-noon

THIS I*POD is "I LOVE PIPE ORGAN DISCOVERY"...and it's an opportunity for students in grades 2-12 to learn about the pipe organ. Students will be grouped by age and have the opportunity to learn about the organ, how they're made, how to make different sounds on the instrument, and even try it out in a 'hands-on' time. The event is FREE and will conclude with a Pizza lunch. A gift will be presented to each participant by local organ firms.
The IPOD will take place at local KC churches. To sign-up, click HERE for our on-line registration form. If you prefer to register over the phone or have questions, please contact Jan Van Otterloo, 816.322.4942, or email her at vanhumphreyloo@aol.com.

A GLANCE AT OUR PAST
~ James Tharp, Chapter Historian

"Notes of Religious Services" (Kansas City (Mo.) Times, 25 January 1891, page 8)

"The following is the musical programme to be rendered at All Souls Unitarian church today: Morning service "Gloria in Excelsis," Fours; "Te Deum," in B minor, Buck; Lord's Prayer, chanted; Offertory, "Rock of Ages," Buck. For the evening service "Jubilate Deo," Haydn; "To Thee Be Praise," Costa; Lord's Prayer, chanted; "On High the Stars Now Are Shining," Rheinberger. The choir is composed of Miss Celeste Duhring, soprano; Mrs. Ingold Van Valkenburg, alto; Mr. W. G. Merrihew, barytone [sic]; Mr. Addison Madeira, basso; J. A. Lewis, organist."

[NOTE: James Albert Lewis lived in Kansas City from 1881 to about 1891, working as a bookkeeper and cashier for several companies before becoming a partner in an insurance agency. In 1883 and 1884 he played organ for several different churches; and for at least half a year in 1890 and 1891, Lewis served as organist at All Souls' Unitarian Church (415 West 10th Street). In 1891 or 1892, Lewis moved from Kansas City to Chicago.]

 
MEMBER NEWS

Anna Myeong (Organist at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mission, Kansas) presented an organ recital at Notre-Dame Cathedral (Paris, France), 4 November 2007, in the Sunday organ recital series begun 35 years ago by Pierre Cochereau.. She played Bach's Toccata, Adagio, and Fugue in C major, BWV 564 and DuruflÇ's Suite pour orgue, Op. 5. For more information, visit Anna's homepage: www.annamyeong.com.

From National Headquarters

The American Guild of Organists (AGO) is proud to announce six PIPE ORGAN ENCOUNTERS (POEs) and one POE (Advanced) for students aged 13-18; and two POE+ programs for adults in 2008. Complete contact information for each summer program can be found in The American Organist Magazine and online at www.agohq.org.

POEs for Teenagers POE (Advanced) POE+ for Adults

PIPE ORGAN ENCOUNTERS introduce young people to the pipe organ through instruction in organ playing, repertoire, history, design, and construction. These regional summer organ music institutes for teenage students provide private and group instruction in service playing and solo repertoire, opportunities to learn about the musical heritage of various religious denominations, and a chance for young musicians to meet others with similar interests. Basic keyboard proficiency is required, although previous organ study is not necessary. The POE (Advanced) is designed for teenagers who have already attended a POE, or who are already receiving private instruction. Scholarship assistance is available. The POE+ is a summer program filled with practical information and instruction for adult pianists and other musicians interested in improving their service-playing skills. Participants will be introduced to basic organ skills through private instruction and classes. The week-long experience will lead to greater confidence and competence at the organ. POE and POE+ site locations are selected by the AGO Committee on the New Organist and approved by the AGO National Council after application by AGO host chapters. The deadline for applications to host 2009 POE and POE+ programs is March 15, 2008. Applications are available from AGO National Headquarters. Partial program funding is provided to AGO host chapters.

***Our Greater Kansas City Chapter of the AGO is considering a POE for 2009.***

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception to begin midweek recital series in January 2008

This is another musical opportunity for talented local organists to perform in the historic Immaculate Conception Cathedral, home to the magnificent 51 rank 3 manual Ruffatti Pipe Organ. Beginning January 2008, an opportunity for mini recitals will be available to local professional organists to share and promote their talent during the Cathedral's Wednesday daily Mass. The format will include Prelude Music: 10-12 minutes beginning at noon, a quiet meditative 2-3 minute piece during communion, and Post Service Music: A 12-15 minute recital following Mass. A limit of 1.5 hours of rehearsal time on the organ will be available prior to the performance.

We guarantee three things: A magnificent instrument, an appreciative audience, and a fulfilling musical experience for you, the performer. Contact Dr. Mario Pearson, Director of Music & Liturgy, 816.842.0416, x119, or email: mpearson@kcgolddome.org.

RECITALS OF NOTE

Sunday, 2 December 2007, 3 p.m.
Rosi Penner Kaufman, organist.
Reuter/Rodgers Organ re-dedication recital. Zion UCC, 2711 N 72nd Street, Kansas City, KS. Free-will offering. For information: 816.531.4329.

Sunday, 2 December 2007, 3 p.m.
Community of Christ Auditorium & Temple. Staff organ recital. Contact Jan Kraybill or Pam Robison. Free. Visit www.cofchrist.org/dome-spire for details.

Sunday, 2 December 2007, 5 p.m.
Schola Cantorum presents Lessons and Carols. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 18th & Washington, Kansas City, KS.

Tuesday, 4 December 2007, 7:15 p.m.
Christmas Program Based on the Magnificat, featuring Chapel Choir, Chamber Singers, Strings & Organ. Hymns, Readings & Sermon. Second Baptist Church, Franklin & Lightburne Streets, Liberty, MO.

Sunday, 9 December 2007, 3 p.m.
Community of Christ Auditorium & Temple. Staff organ recital. Contact Jan Kraybill or Pam Robison. Free. Visit www.cofchrist.org/dome-spire for details.

Sunday, 9 December 2007, 4 p.m.
Schola Cantorum presents Lessons and Carols. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 40th and Main Street, Kansas City, MO.

Sunday, 9 December 2007, 7:30 p.m.
UMKC Chorale.
Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, MO. Contact Ryan Board, 816.235.2900 for details. Free.

Monday, 10 December 2007, 12:00 p.m.
(Prelude begins ca. 11:40 a.m.) The City Come Again. Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, MO. William Jewell Concert Choir and Bell Choir presents its 25th annual Christmas service for the downtown KCMO business community . Sermon by Dr. David Sallee, WJC president. Free. Contact Arnold Epley, 816.781.7700, x5197.

Friday, 14 December 2007, 12:10 p.m.
Deborah Wells Clark, harpist.
Westport Presbyterian Brown Bag Concert, 201 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO. Free. Coffee & Cookies provided. Donations appreciated.

Saturday, 15 December 2007, 4:30 p.m.
Messiah Singalong. Grace & Holy Trinity Cathedral. Contact John Schaefer for details.

Sunday, 16 December 2007, 8 and 10:15 a.m.
Advent Lessons & Carols. St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 6401 Wornall Terrace, Kansas City, MO. Contact Sharon Hettinger, 816.523.1602, x112. Free.

Sunday, 16 December 2007, 3 p.m.
Community of Christ Auditorium & Temple. Staff organ recital. Contact Jan Kraybill or Pam Robison. Free. Visit www.cofchrist.org/dome-spire for details.

Sunday, 16 December 2007, 5 p.m.
Bach Cantata Vespers: Cantata #140 "Wachet auf."
Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1700 Westport Rd., Kansas City, MO. Vespers Choir & Orchestra, William T. Stewart, director. Contact Ted Stewart, 816.931.8453 for details. Free.

Sunday, 23 December 2007, 3 p.m.
Community of Christ Auditorium & Temple. Staff organ recital. Contact Jan Kraybill or Pam Robison. Free. Visit www.cofchrist.org/dome-spire for details.
The Robert-Morton will be providing pre/inter/post-performance Christmas music at Nutcracker performances at the Music Hall.

University of Alabama Church Music Conference
January 25-26, 2008: The Messiaen Year Conference workshops on Saturday, January 26, 9 am-4:30 pm, feature a forum on worship planning, seminars on handbells, the French Psalter, children's choirs, organ, improvisation, choral conducting masterclasses and a choral reading session. Guest masterclass artists and clinicians include: Daniel Roth, Susan Berg, Stephen Cary, Kenneth Fields, Faythe Freese, John Ratledge, Jenny Mann, Shelly Meggison, Michael Morgan, Diane Schultz, and David VanderMeer. Cost is $80 if registered by noon on Friday, January 18, 2008. Registration at the door is $90.

Preregistration: http://www.music.ua.edu/departments/organ/events/2008/preregistration/Conference

Brochure:
http://www.music.ua.edu/departments/organ/events/index.html

Faythe Freese is organ professor at UA.

DECEMBER PLACEMENT LISTINGS

Part time Church Organist/Accompanist

Cherokee Christian Church, 7457 Cherokee Drive, Prairie Village, KS, 66208. 1 blended service, 1 rehearsal (Sept-May), electronic organ (Rodgers 3M). $ commensurate with qualifications of applicant. Position to begin immediately. The position requires an advanced level of proficiency in organ performance. Contact Christopher Elliott, Director of Music, (913) 362-7077 or chriscelliott@mac.com.

Faith Presbyterian Church, 8301 James A. Reed Rd., Raytown, MO 64138. Pianist or Organist (2m/Rodgers), beginning Jan. 6, 2008. 10:45 a.m. Sunday service, 10:15 a.m. Choir Practice most Sundays (Sept.-May), plus Christmas Eve. Send resume to Pastor Rob Cromwell at the church. For more information, call the pastor at 816-353-3378 or 816-810-3822, or e-mail cromwellrj@peoplepc.com.

Second Presbyterian Church, 318 E. 55th Street, Kansas City, MO 64113-1223. 1S, 2R (Th p.m. & Sun a.m.), P (3m/43st Moeller), $ commensurate with qualifications of applicant. The position requires an advanced level of proficiency in organ performance. Position begins immediately. Please send a cover letter detailing your qualifications and a resume. Application reviews will begin immediately. Please send all materials to DH Lee, Music Director at the church address. For more information regarding this position, please contact: DH Lee, Music Director, e-mail: dh34mail@yahoo.com.

Choir Director (part-time)

Christ Episcopal Church, 207 N. 7th, St. Joseph, MO, 64501, is seeking a choir director to begin duties in early January, 2008. 15- member choir made up of music readers. Church has a long history of excellent music and an extensive choral music library. The choir sings twice a month at the 10:15 AM Sunday Eucharist, January through May and September through December (June, July and August vacation) with rehearsals preceding the service at 9 AM. There are no rehearsals during the week. Additional services may include: Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday. Compensation for the choir director is budgeted at $3,600. Additional compensation is available if the successful candidate is also able to serve as assistant organist. Inquiries should be sent to Mother Mimi Savidge at Christ Episcopal Church, see address above.


Tenor Section Leader Position Available

Second Presbyterian Church, in Kansas City, MO, 55th and Oak Streets, is searching for a tenor section leader for the adult choir. Paid Position. 1S, 1R (Th) Please contact DH Lee, Music Director, email: dh34mail@yahoo.com or 816-363-1300. ex.32.

SUBSTITUTES AVAILABLE FOR YOU 2007-2008

The absolute deadline for submissions to Bombarde's editor is the 20th of each month. Please email your information to bombarde@kcago.com (this is a new address).

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