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Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter |
| Last updated: April 2, 2012 |
Message from the Dean |
| Hello and Welcome!
Thank you for visiting our website. Last year we proudly celebrated our 50th Anniversary as an AGO Chapter. Though we are small in numbers, we are an active chapter which offers a variety of vibrant programs. They include an array of educational and social meetings, performances, and opportunities to share throughout the year. One of our cherished benefits is the friendship and support we derive from each other. If you are currently looking for a national professional association in the organ and choral fields, we look forward to hearing from you. All are most welcome to attend one of our upcoming meetings and to consider joining our chapter. Not only are our meetings educational, they’re also a lot of fun. Membership information may be found below. For more information, please contact our Chapter Dean, Nancy Brown (610-358-3112) ncfbrown@me.com ==================================================================== |
Local Events |
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CHAPTER EVENTS 2011-2012 Saturday, Sep 17, 2011 6:30 pm: Pot Luck Dinner Andrew, Elizabeth and Theresa Dierkes, recipients of SEPA grant for POE Christ Church, Ridley Park Saturday, Oct 15, 2011 Organ Crawl. 10:00 am: Curtis Institute, 1726 Locust St, Philadelphia. Host - Alan Morrison 11:30 am: St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 1625 Locust St, Philadelphia. Host - Matt Glandorf Lunch Sunday, Nov 13, 2011 3:00 pm: Ted Bicklish, organist at Christ Church and currently at Peabody: "A Young Professional's Reflection on His Time Spent at Music School" Media Presbyterian Church, Media December: No Meeting Saturday, Jan 14, 2012 8:15 am - 4:00 pm: January Jump Start Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church, Bryn Mawr Saturday, Feb 11, 2012 7:30 pm: Desserts and Videos Night Choral & Organ Music Exchange Media Presbyterian Church, Media THIS MEETING IS CANCELLED. Saturday, Mar 24, 2012 7:30 pm: Members resource sharing program of organ music for weddings and funerals St Dorothy Catholic Church, Drexel Hill Saturday, April 21, 2012, 3:00 pm: Organ Concert- KImmel Center John Weaver (includes Alan Morrison, Ken Cowan, Diane Belcher and Chelsea Chen) Sunday, May 20, 2012 5:30 pm: Annual Meeting/Picnic Home of Nancy and Don Brown ==================================================================== Concert/Event listings may also be found in our monthly newsletter, "Vox Humana". |
Newsletter |
Membership |
| Organists, choir directors, directors of music, and all those who love organ and choral music, regardless of denominational affiliation or musical ability, are most welcome to become a member of our chapter.
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter was originally chartered as the Chester Chapter 1961. The name was changed in 1967, because many of the Chapter's members lived and worked in the surrounding communities, and it was felt that the new name would be more inclusive. Since its origin, the SEPA Chapter has presented lectures, recitals, and workshops at monthly meetings. These programs teach, encourage, and support the church musicians and provide opportunities to develop friendships with fellow musicians. he Chapter also prints a monthly newsletter, "Vox Humana", which keeps members informed of Chapter news and events, contains useful articles, and lists local job opportunities. For more information, please contact: Gerald F. Troy, Treasurer and Registrar 3750 Woodland Ave. Drexel Hill, PA 19026 610-626-5486 gftroy@aol.com Further information about AGO membership may be found at: http://www.agohq.org/membership/indexjoin.html |
Placement |
| Employers and job seekers are invited to post and search listings of available positions on the Guild's National Website. |
Certification |
| The American Guild of Organists (AGO) is committed to:
- improve the proficiency of organists and conductors, - evaluate by examination attainments in organ playing, choral and instrumental training, and the theory and general knowledge of music, and - grant certificates to those who pass examinations. Taking an AGO exam is not only a way for you to become a better musician, but it can also be a way to advertise the work of the AGO and broaden our visibility. Contact National for complete information, forms, fees, copies of previous exams, and free Hymn Booklet: Phone: 212-870-2310 Fax: 212-870-2163 Email: info@agohq.org Website: www.agohq.org AGO National Headquarters 475 Riverside Drive Suite 1260 New York, NY 10115 |
Contact Us |
| Dean: Nancy F. Brown (610-358-3112) ncfbrown@me.com
Sub-Dean: Bradford T. Winters (610-459-5538) winterfox8@comcast.net Secretary: Michael Trinder (610-659-4861) mjtrinder1@comcast.net Treasurer/Registrar: Gerald F. Troy (610-626-5486) gftroy@aol.com Placement: Executive Committee: Rosemary Harkins (term expires 2012) Art Kalemkarian (term expires 2012) David Clark Little (term expires 2013) Loretta Hartnett (term expires 2014) Carol Angus (term expires 2014) "Vox Humana" Newsletter Editor: Clyde S. Shive, Jr. clydeshive@hotmail.com "Vox Humana" Newsletter Printing and Circulation: William J. Gatens Website Submissions: Donald Brown: dgbrown57@mac.com |
Links |
| Philadelphia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists - www.agophila.org
Pipe Dreams radio broadcasts - www.pipedreams.org American Theatre Organ Society - www.atos.org Associated Pipe Organ Builders of America (APOBA) - www.apoba.com Elsener Organ Works, Inc. - www.ElsenerOrganWorks.com Muller Pipe Organs - www.mullerpipeorgan.com Stuart Pipe Organs - www.stuartorgan.com Colin Walsh Pipe Organs - www.walshorgans.com www.PipeOrgans.com - a resource for organists and organ committee members who are considering the purchase of a new pipe organ or having their existing pipe organ rebuilt. A service of Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. |
| Visit the AGO National website |