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Articles related to "Organist"
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) On one side of the family, Albert Schweitzer was the grandson of a pastor; on the other side, the grandson of an organist. His mother was the daughter of the pastor; his pastor father was the son of the organist. Schweitzer lived in a country that was sometimes French, sometimes German; the predominant religion was protestant (mostly Lutheran), whose pastors were forced by Louis XIV to share their church with catholics. The Alsation dialect was a practical mixture of German and French – whichever offered the shortest way of saying a particular thing. Like his country and his church, Schweitzer learned to blend opposite entities into one personality, however not always simultaneously: theology and music, philosophy and medicine, a comfortable life and one of chosen poverty, intellectual lifestyle and a life of service that allowed no time for organ playing and intellectual pursuits. These opposites were results of choices made as a boy and as a young man. These choices made him famous. The fame did not interfere with his humility, and Albert Schweitzer is still considered a man worthy of recognition and emulation. Most of us, however, apparently do not have the motivation or the self-control to emulate this great man! biography • albert schweitzer • missionary • physician • organist
Johann Pachelbel Biography Johann Pachelbel, a master organist, excelled in sacred church music. Today, he is famous for Pachelbel's Canon in D. johann pachelbel • pachelbel's canon in d major • pachelbel biography • pachelbel major works • pachelbel german composer
Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Considered by many to be the greatest musician ever, Ludwig van Beethoven's early life was not so great. As an adult he was frequently ill; he began having periodic hearing problems when he was 28, and by the time he was 44 he was stone-deaf. He was embarrassed by his deafness, so kept himself socially confined; he never reconciled himself with the deafness. He had to quit directing an orchestra, and about the only musical avenue left open to him was composing. Because he could not perform his compositions he was not paid a great deal, and spent the last years of his life in poverty. He was often a quarrelsome man, at outs with family members and others, and this seemed to worsen in direct proportion to his growing deafness. It is amazing that someone who grew up in the home he did, who was personally slovenly, who was often angry and quarrelsome, could have ever written the beautiful compositions he did, even when he still had his hearing! biography • ludwig van beethoven • musicians • classical music • composer
Samuel Sebastian Wesley Biography Biography of Samuel Sebastian Wesley, the greatest sacred music composer and organist of his time, famous for tune Aurelia. samuel sebastian wesley • wesley aurelia • samuel sebastian wesley biography • samuel s composer organist • samuel sebastian wesley sacred hymns
The Life of Camille Saint-Saens A reliable source of facts about Saint-Saens' family, work and accomplishments. camille saint-saens • composer • organist • pianist • novelist
Henry Purcell, Life and Works Biography of Henry Purcell, considered greatest English composer before Elgar, known for Sonata no. 9 in F, The Golden Sonata. henry purcell • purcell life and work • biography of purcell • purcell opera dido and aeneas • purcell the golden sonata
Joseph Gabriel Rheinberger - Liechtenstein’s Famous Composer The tiny Principality of Liechtenstein has produced some notable persons over the years. Joseph Gabriel Rheinberger, Liechtenstein’s most famous composer is one. the principality of liechtenstein • joseph gabriel rheinberger • liechtenstein’s most famous composer • james foster robinson • suite101
Prince Albert's Compositions A look at Prince Albert, husband of England's Queen Victoria, and his sacred compositions. prince albert • queen victoria • sacred compositions by prince albert • sacred music • choral music
Songwriter/Movie Fan Chaw Mank Charles "Chaw" Mank Jr. wore many hats during his lifetime. He was a noted songwriter, author, radio host, psychic, Hollywood fan club pioneer, super movie fan/collector. songwriter movie fan chaw mank • blue ribbon dance band • chaw mank's valentino • staunton illinois • psychic diary of stars
The Greatest Lutheran Composer Guest columnist James Sucha, currently editor of "Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming," writes this tribute to Bach, and his contributions to Church music. Mr. Sucha has contributed previous articles to this site reviewing the "Service Book and Hymnal" and "Lutheran Book of Worship." johann • bach • lutheran • music • hymns
Georg Philipp Telemann Biography Biography of Baroque composer George Philipp Telemann - his life, career and musical works. telemann biography • telemann life and works • telemann and bach • german composer telemann • telemann baroque composer
George Herbert's Poem into Hymn The text of this Christian song was written by George Herbert but several composers wrote the tune, including W. Henry Monk, Basil Harwood, Martin Shaw and Erik Routley. let all the world in every corner sing • the heavens are not too high • his praise may thither fly • george herbert • willliam henry monk
The Dresden Dolls: No, Virginia... Released on May 20th, No, Virginia... is a collection of b-sides and rarities. The band doesn't try anything new this time, and much of their darker side has disappeared. the dresden dolls • new dresden dolls cd • no • virginia... • dresden dolls album review
Who Was Rev. Charles Beecher? A short biography of Charles Beecher, minister, church musician and composer of hymns. beecher family • charles beecher • new england • henry ward beecher • harriet beecher stowe
The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW) 21 Years Later A review of <I>The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW)</I> by James Gerhardt Sucha. Mr. Sucha is the editor of a hymnal in progess, entitled <I>Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.</I> lutheran • hymnal • worship • lcms • alc
Georg Friedrich Handel's Romances A brief look at the romantic life of the great German composer Georg Friedrich Handel. georg friedrich hendel • unmarried composers • handel's romances • franz schubert • frederic chopin
Giacomo Puccini, Life and Works Brief biography of Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, famous for La Bohème, Tosca, Madama Butterfly and Turandot. Greatest 'Giovane Scuola' of his time. giacomo puccini • puccini biography • puccini italian composer verismo maestro • puccini opera composer • puccini operas
Prayer and Remembrance in Washington D.C. One of the most discordant things about this week has been the weather. After one last blast of hot, Washington summer humidity, this week brought sparkling-clear days, high clouds, warm sun, breezes carrying a kiss of Fall. But today, it seemed, the weather fell in step with the mood of the city as we came together to pray. prayer • memorial services • victims • terrorism • washington d.c.
Sir Charles Villiers Stanford Biography of Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, British composer with enormous influence as music professor. charles villiers stanford • biography of villiers stanford • stanford influential english music professor • british composers professors • english composer teacher villiers stanford
Beethoven's Piano Sonatas German composer, organist, and pianist Wilhelm Kempff's technical virtuosity and ringing tone bring out the pathos in Beethoven's 32 piano sonatas. great piano performers • wilhelm kempff • beethoven sonatas • classical piano performers • classical piano music
English Opera Beginnings Traces early English opera with significant roles played by Henry Purcell and George Frideric Handel. english opera beginnings • early english opera • english opera and purcell • english opera and handel • composers of early english opera
Horror in Carnival of Souls Without blood, violence or special effects, the low-budget Centron Studios horror classic 'Carnival of Souls' manages to touch upon our deepest fears. carnival of souls • classic horror films • black and white horror movies • herk harvey • best horror movies
Catch Your Breath! article on proper breathing techniques for the flute flute • flute breathing techniques • flute teaching ideas • michel debost • belgian flute pages
The King Records Story - Part 1 The colorful characters behind the rise of the Cincinnati r&b powerhouse. syd nathan • henry glover • lucky millinder • wynonie harris • bullmoose jackson
The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming A new hymnal that pays homage to a classic Lutheran hymnal, <I>The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming,</I> presently being prepared by James Sucha. service • book • hymnal • hymns • worship
The True Life of Johann Sebastian Bach by Klaus Eidam Klaus Eidam counters past assumptions and reveals new truths about the musician/composer. klaus eidam • the true life of j.s. bach • the true life of johann sebastian bach • johann sebastian bach • j.s. bach
Autumn Music and Film Festivals Glimpse into Nordic culture by attending a film or music festival this fall in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, or Finland. scandinavia festivals • finland festivals • norway festivals • sweden festivals • denmark festivals
Top 10 Signs You're At A Bad Baptism Service The next two installments of "Why We Left Lutheranism" deal with baptism and the differences in baptismal theology between Lutherans and the Reformed. This piece is intended to bring levity to the discussion. As you read it, you will notice that this list is Reformed in nature. Next week I'll share the Lutheran "bad baptism service." baptism • water • word • humor
American Pianist William Sherwood Mention the name of William Sherwood today and most likely it would not be recognized. But in the nineteenth century his name was a household word in the musical world. american concert pianist • william sherwood • lyons musical academy lyons new york • dr. william mason • edward heimburger
Biography of Domenico Scarlatti Life and works of Domenico Scarlatti, Italian Baroque composer, one of the greatest harpsichordists of all-time. domenico scarlatti • domenico scarlatti brief bio • domenico scarlatti handel friend • domenico scarlatti baroque composer • domenico scarlatti harpsichord esercizi
Carnival Christmas may be officially over, but the party’s just beginning. In various parts of the world, the season best known as Carnival is about to start. carnival • karneval • mardi gras • fasching • germany
David Barlow, Brief Biography Brief biography of British David Barlow, 20th century's music teacher and respected composer, known for 'David and Bathsheba.' david barlow • david barlow biography • british composer teacher • barlow david and bathsheba • david barlow string trio
Gustav Holst's The Planets Whether or not Gustav Holst predicted the current controversy surrounding Pluto's planetary status, his seven-movement suite "The Planets" is still a delight to hear. gustav holst • the planets • ralph vaughn williams • english composers • 20th century composers
Leo Delibes Biography The life and works of French composer Léo Delibes, famous for his ballets and operas. leo delibes • delibes biography • delibes life and works • delibes operas • delibes ballets
Service Book and Hymnal (SBH): 41 Years later A review of the venerable <I>Service Book and Hymnal</I>, used for many years in Lutheran circles, written by James Gerhardt Sucha. lutheran • hymn • hymnal • hymnody • service
Silly Strings Non-guitar stringed instruments are often treated as the poor step brother of the guitar in much of pop music. Lately, though, they have started to come to the forefront. Here are a few fun ideas you might try to put them into your new tunes. "cindy lee haddock" • songwriting • "song writing" • "music writing" • "music writing tips"
Start Up with Showstoppers! Radio Music City Hall, A variety of special effects can be created on it, including dense fog and rain, but perhaps the most impressive element is its elevator system. The elevator's hydraulic system was once so "Top Secret", the government felt it necessary to have a special agent watch over their basement during the war years. showstoppers • radio city music hall • music • school • classroom
The Romantic Violin Sonata What epitomize the Romantic period violin sonata? Find the answer here. "franck" • "violin sonata" • "kyung wha chung"
Tribe Pride Party A visit to Jacobs Field for a unique baseball experience, even when the home team is on the road. tribe pride party.cleveland indians • jacobs field for road games • free admission to jacobs field • are concessions open for tribe road games at jacob • indians playoff game
London's Mechanical Music Museum One of the world's best mechanical musical instrument collections is now settled in its new home, and visitors can both hear and learn about its many rare exhibits player-pianos • old pianola • antique musical boxes • south west london attractions • brentford attractions
The Top Ten Churches in Paris A visit to Paris isn't complete without seeing some of its churches. From the Middle Ages to the Age of Reason, all French history is here! french churches • churches in paris • parisian churches • visiting paris • architecture in paris
A Biography of Louis Braille Braille is often portrayed as a modern Prometheus, punished by fate, inspired to give the illuminating gift of language to the blind-images that belie his true genius. louis braille • life of louis braille • invention of braille • history of braille • coupvray
Abide with Me Hymn Written by Henry F. Lyte and composed by William H. Monk, this solemn hymn is a favorite among Christians in times of sorrow. abide with me • henry f. lyte • william monk abide with me • fast falls the eventide • the darkness deepens lord with me abide
Andrew Lloyd Weber Wins Award Known for Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita and other musicals, Andrew Lloyd Weber received the Outstanding Achievement Award from the 2008 Classical BRIT Awards. andrew lloyd weber • classical brit awards 2008 • julian lloyd weber • william lloyd weber • blake
Bach: The German Master The life and music of German musical genius Johann Sebastian Bach is examined in celebration of the 250th anniversary of his death. Written by Colleen Thomas Ryor. bach • johann • sebastian • german • music
Baseball at Progressive Field An introduction and fan's guide to enjoying baseball in Cleveland's Progressive Field progressive field • cleveland baseball • jacobs • field • cleveland sports
Big Band Leaders Who Helped Shape R&B the seeds of this mighty music we love so much can be found in the swing era. swing • big bands • count basie • chick webb • john hammond
Biography of Arthur Sullivan Biography of British composer Sir Arthur Sullivan, the Gilbert & Sullivan collaboration and their "Savoy Operas." arthur sullivan • arthur sullivan biography • works of gilbert and sullivan • sullivan the mikado • gilbert and sullivan operettas |
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