ENCHAMADE THE CHARLOTTE CHAPTER OF THE OCTOBER 2017 AMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS IN THIS ISSUE Dean s Message National Code of Ethics In Memorium: Robert McKellar Change of Address Reminder Your AGO Board at work Progressive Dinner Report Greater Columbia AGO Invitation Charlotte AGO Programs 2017-18 Advertisements Member Recommendations "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."
Jane Cain, AAGO, Charlotte Chapter Dean E-mail: jcain@dcpc.org Office: (704) 892-5641 A MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN Most of us don t pay much attention to the formal Code of Ethics of the AGO, and you may not realize that this code has changed in 2017. If you remember the old one, there were five rules that were considered binding upon all Guild members, and they included not seeking a position unless it had been declared vacant, and obtaining the approval of the incumbent musician if we were asked to play a wedding at another church. Even more, the incumbent musician was supposed to receive the customary fee from the third party. According to the Federal Trade Commission, these rules constituted a suppression of competition, and the Guild was forced to change the Code of Ethics this past January. The new code is printed in this newsletter for your convenience, and is also found on our chapter website and the national website, agohq.org, under the Careers tab. In a nutshell, members are to treat both colleagues and those we serve in a professional manner, with dignity, compassion, civility, and respect. Discrimination of any kind is not permitted. Seems like a no-brainer, doesn t it? I would say these are simply human values that we all owe to each other, no matter the situation. (Wait, does that mean I have to act that way to those who disagree with me politically? But I digress....) You might be surprised to know that each chapter in the Guild had to certify that the individual chapter is in compliance with the new rules, or we would be no longer considered a part of the national organization. That was a little scary. So I signed it, and I hope you all back me up and don t do anything to make a liar out of me. Seriously, I just got word that the Southeast Region was the first one to have 100% of the chapters certified, and we also have the largest number of chapters, 55 of them. While a Code of Ethics may not seem to have much relevance in getting through from one Sunday to the next, a glance at it from time to time helps keep us grounded in the expectations of love and consideration for those we serve and those who share our high calling in music. Grace and peace, Jane Cain
In Memorium Your Board at work.... Your Charlotte AGO executive board met on September 11, 2017 at Myers Park Presbyterian Church. Important business matters that were discussed include: The Charlotte AGO Chapter wishes to extend our deepest sympathy to Winifred McKellar in the death of her husband Robert on September 7, 2017. Bob was loved by many of our chapter members who always enjoyed his wit and humor as well as the beautiful calligraphy he often made for us at AGO events. A service to celebrate Bob s life was held at Providence United Methodist Church on September 14. Continuing to insure that our yearbook and website properly reflect national AGO guidelines Finalizing our chapter programs for the 17-18 year Being good stewards of chapter finances to insure quality programs and communication with members. Yearbooks to be distributed at Progressive Dinner. Memorials can be made to the Wesley Men's Fellowship Class at Providence Methodist Church, 2810 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28211; or to Hospice & Palliative Care, Charlotte Region, 1420 East Seventh St., Charlotte, NC 28204. Cards may be sent to: Winifred McKellar 6112 Candlewood Dr. Charlotte, NC 28210 New Address? Moving? Changing church jobs? Remember to keep your address and phone number information updated on the AGO website: https://www.agohq.org/oncard-login/
Progressive Dinner Report Our progressive dinner was held Saturday September 23 hosted by some of our friends in Gaston County. After delicious appetizers were served chapter member Rob Dicks started the evening off with a twenty minute recital at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Mt Holly. John Apple, organist at Good shepherd Lutheran Church, gave an interesting history of the area, the church, and the organ. The organ was built by Organcraft and designed by Harold Andrews, then teaching at Greensboro College. The participants then moved to Belmont Abbey Basilica (Belmont) where recitalists Kaitlyn Davros and Andrew Barbour shared their talents on the the Basilica instrument. Dinner and dessert followed at 7:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Lowell. The delicious dinner featured baked chicken and BBQ pork ribs with all the trimmings. Karen Jacob, organist at the Basilica, introduced the building and the organ, which is by W. Zimmer, Op. 1. The resonant acoustic of the space complements the instrument. Thanks to the generosity of the family of late chapter member Betsy Johnson, her organ music library was displayed and participants were invited to freely take any of it that they could use in their ministry. Chapter yearbooks were also distributed at the dinner. The rest of the yearbooks will be mailed. The membership is indebted to Nicholas Haigh for his work in producing it. Pictured top: Three Recitalists (Rob Dicks, Kaitlyn Davros, and Andrew Barbour). Pictured lower: Jane Cain (Charlotte AGO Dean) addresses members at dinner.
An Invitation from the Greater Columbia AGO Chapter On Saturday, October 7, The Greater Columbia AGO Chapter is sponsoring an organ crawl to Charlotte to see three recent installations of pipe organs. The Greater Columbia Chapter sponsored a similar crawl eleven years ago, so this tour, arranged by dual member Dr. David Lowry, will feature these three organs installed since then. Members of the Charlotte AGO Chapter are invited to join us for this enjoyable day. St. John s Baptist Church is a remarkable congregation with a fine building near Center City Charlotte in the Elizabeth community. Complementing a fine music program of choirs for children and adults is St. John s 2008 Létourneau Organ, Opus 113, 3 manuals, 35 stops, 43 ranks, installed in a favorable acoustic. Providence United Methodist Church on Providence Road in 2013 saw the installation of the Æolian-Skinner Opus 1472 that was built for the Kennedy Center concert hall in Washington, DC. The removal, transport and rebuilding was accomplished magnificently by Phil Parkey OrganBuilders of Norcross, Georgia. The large sanctuary provides a wonderful ambiance for this large, exciting organ. The organ is 3 manuals, 62 stops on the original console. St. Peter s Episcopal Church, directly in Center City Charlotte, is an 1895 edifice that was completely renovated in 2009 resulting in a most favorable space for the Episcopal liturgies. The crowning achievement is the Fisk Organ, Opus 136, 3 manuals, 32 independent voices, 41 ranks, completed in 2010. Since 1992 the church has supported a fine Choir School and supported a history of fine music for over a century. The tentative itinerary is St. John s at 10 a.m. and Providence at 11:30 a.m. Following a lunch break, the tour concludes at St. Peter s Episcopal at 2:30 p.m. We will notify you if any of the times have to be altered. Please join us on our visit to Charlotte and its array of spectacular pipe organs. -- Frances Webb, Dean - Greater Columbia AGO Chapter
Charlotte AGO Programs 2017-18 October 22, Sunday, 7:00 pm: Atlanta Master Chorale: Double Take For more information, see www.bacharlotte.com. Christ Lutheran Church, 4519 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226 Come and experience how composers of different eras and regions achieve contrasting results sometimes startlingly so when using the same text, such as settings of O Clap Your Hands by both John Rutter and Ralph Vaughan Williams. Tickets $10 at CarolinaTix. To purchase tickets call 704.372.1000 or see CarolinaTix.org November 12, Sunday, 5:00 pm: Hospice & Palliative Care Benefit Concert Myers Park Baptist Church, 1900 Queens Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 Performers will include Charlotte AGO members and friends. A freewill offering will be received to benefit Hospice & Palliative Care of the Charlotte Region. January 6, Saturday, 5:00-8:30 pm: Epiphany Celebration St. Martin s Episcopal Church, 1510 E 7 th St, Charlotte, NC 28204 5:00 pm: rehearsal; 6:00 Epiphany Service; 7:15 Chapter Potluck Dinner AGO members are welcome to attend the service and dinner, or take a more active role by singing in the choir, or playing a voluntary or hymn. February 9, Friday, 7:30 pm: Peek Memorial Recital: Renee Anne Louprette February 10, Saturday, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, Master Class Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 East Morehead St, Charlotte, NC 28204 Renee Anne Louprette serves at both Rutgers University and the Unitarian Church of All Souls in New York City. If you were lucky enough to hear her performance at Friendship Missionary Baptist during the 2015 Regional Convention, then you know this is a recital not to be missed! April 21, Saturday, Sm(organs)bord: Saturday morning workshops St. Stephen United Methodist Church, 6800 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC 28270 9:00-10:00 Choral Techniques: John Blizzard Whether you work with an aging choir or a children s ensemble, John will show you ways to maximize your choir s potential through vocal and choral techniques. 10:15-11:15 The Organ and Your Body: Brenda Sorkin How do you navigate between the complexity of the organ and your own comfort? Are you enjoying pain-free playing? In this Feldenkrais workshop we will develop your ability to play with greater ease and efficiency. Brenda Sorkin has over 30 years of experience in movement education. For more information see: www.movementdialogues.com. 11:30-12:30 Hymn Playing Reminders: John Cummins David Craighead always said, "90% of teaching is reminding." We will look at examples of tunes and texts from various stylistic periods, as well as registration, tempo, breathing, and phrasing relative to each. JW Pepper and Choirboy will have sacred music displays in the narthex. Beverages and light refreshments will be provided. May 20, Sunday, 5:00 pm: Pentecost Festival and Officer Installation Myers Park Presbyterian, 2501 Oxford Pl, Charlotte, NC 28207 AGO members are welcome to attend the service, or take a more active role by singing in an AGO-member choir.
Upcoming Concerts October 5 at 8:00 PM, Katelyn Emerson (2016 AGO NYACOP Winner) performs works by Bach, Rheinberger, Widor, Duruflé, and Langlais on C.B. Fisk organ at Furman University's Charles E. Daniel Chapel. October 9 at 7:30 PM, David Brinson, Organist and Associate Director of Music, in concert at Davidson College Presbyterian Church. Free admission; Freewill offering received. For more information, see http://www.dcpc.org/. October 15 at 4:00 PM, Joby Bell, University Organist and Associate Professor of Music at Appalachian State University, performs an organ recital at First United Methodist Church in Gastonia. Free admission; love offering received. October 16 at 7:30 PM, Jeffrey Price, tenor and Matthew Manwarren, pianist, perform An Evening of Romantic Love Songs featuring La Bonne Chanson by Gabriel Fauré and Dichterliebe by Robert Schumann, Anne R. Belk Theater, Robinson Hall for the Performing Arts, UNCC. October 18 at 7:30 PM, The Vienna Boys Choir, at First United Methodist Church, performing at program entitled Bella Italia that will feature works by Vivaldi, Rossini, Verdi, Mascagni, and other Italian composers. Tickets for $35 and $10 for children and students, available through www.carolinatix.org. October 22 at 3:00 PM at St. Alban s Episcopal Church in Davidson and at 7:30 PM at Myers Park Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, the newly formed Bach Akademie Charlote under the direction of Scott Allen Jarrett performs works in celebration of the 500 th Anniversary of the start of the Reformation. Works to be performed include J.S. Bach s canatas Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott and Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme.
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Member Recommendations: Music for the Reformation A Reformation Celebration: Organ Preludes on Sixteenthcentury Hymns A collection of eight newly-composed preludes by various composers including Biery, Blersch, Culli, Kerr and more. These arrangements are based on sixteenth-century hymns used throughout the Church Year. Hymn preludes include A Mighty Fortress is Our God, Lord Jesus Christ, with Us Abide, The Bridegroom soon will Call Us and more. Published by Concordia Publishing House. Difficulty Level: Easy - Medium Autumn: Augsburg Organ Library, edited by James Biery One of Augsburg s best-selling series of seasonal organ music for all occasions. These pieces are based on new and old hymns and are composed with varying difficulty levels in mind. Autumn themes represented include labor, rally day, healing, stewardship, and reformation. Bach and Luther, David Hildner (Organist) An organ recording by David Hildner playing a selection of organ settings by Johann Sebastian Bach based on the hymns of Martin Luther.Included with this CD set is an extensive book of commentary, notes, texts and melodies that spans 336 pages written by the organist.
www.charlotteago.org AMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS CHARLOTTE CHAPTER Dr. Elizabeth Beth Harrison, Newsletter Editor Submissions to: ElizabethAHarrison@icloud.com or elizabeth.harrison@pfeiffer.edu Charlotte AGO Executive Board 2017-2018 Chapter Officers Jane Cain, Chapter Dean jcain@dcpc.org Michael Lehtinen, Sub-Dean michaellehtinen@aol.com Lee Northcutt, Secretary LNorthcutt@myersparkpres.org Gay Pappin, Treasurer gpappin@carolina.rr.com Executive Board Members Class of 2017-2018 Robert Ivey Ginger Wyrick Class of 2018-2019 Kevin Haney Jacqueline Yost Class of 2019-2020 Nicholas Haigh Elizabeth 'Beth' Harrison