If September's Rising Stars concert was any indication, our profession is in good hands with the next generation of organists. Joe Moss, Abe Wallace, and Mary Zelinski played at a very high level and brought out so much color from the organ at St. John Lutheran Fraser. After the concert we were treated to a wonderful reception put on by our Sub Dean, Nathan Costa.
This fall is the busiest I have been since the pandemic. In fact, I think programming at my church is busier than it was in 2019. In talking with others in the chapter, they are saying the same thing. Much has been written about burnout among clergy. I would argue that the burnout level among church musicians is at least equal to pastors and priests. In the midst of this busy season, I encourage you to make time for rest and relaxation. Give yourself permission to watch a movie, go on a walk, listen to music. Advent is just around the corner. Rest up!
Andrew Herbruck
Dean
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Detroit Chapter News & Events
The Future of Organ Pedagogy
Lecture/Discussion with Nicole Keller
Saturday, November 19
10:00 am
The Cathedral Church of St. Paul
4800 Woodward Avenue, Detroit
Noted pedagogue and recently appointed organ professor at the University of Michigan, Nicole Keller will lead a discussion on the future of teaching the organ, the current status of the organ department at the University of Michigan, and where she sees the program headed.
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Lynne Davis in Concert at St. Paul United Methodist, Rochester |
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St. Jude, Detroit
D.F. Pilzicker & Company
Opus 119, 1986
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James Kibbie begins his performance of the complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in 18 recitals at the University of Michigan this month. The series is a thank-you for his 42 years on the university faculty and a fund-raiser for the James Kibbie Scholarship.
Sundays at 4:00 pm
Introduction to the program at 3:40 pm
Blanche Anderson Moore Hall (BAM)
Moore Building, 1100 Baits Dr., Ann Arbor, MI
In person or live-streamed (real time only) here
The schedule, programs, recording downloads, and a link to donate to the James Kibbie Scholarship are available on the series website here.
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Would You Like to Play the Area's Largest Residential Organ?
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Once again, the original-condition 1919 Aeolian organ in Meadow Brook Hall will be featured during the annual Holiday Walk from Thanksgiving until Christmas. Meadow Brook Hall is a National Historic Landmark. It is the 88,000 sq.ft. former home of Alfred and Matilda Dodge Wilson, and is on the campus of Oakland University.
In past years Detroit Area organists have generously joined in volunteering to man the console and provide holiday music for the hall's visitors. Around the end of October, interested organists will be contacted to set up schedules. If you have an interest in playing this historic instrument and would like to be added to the contact list, please contact Pete Townsend at ptownsend@comcast.net so your name can be added to the email list. If you have an interest in a short practice or trial session prior to then, please also contact Pete.
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The List: A Calendar of Local Musical Events |
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Sunday, October 29, 3:00 pm
Reformation Hymn Festival
Highlighting Luther’s 1522 Translation of the New Testament
Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Livonia
Luther’s September Bible—a translation of the New Testament from Greek into German—was published in 1522 and disseminated broadly. This text put the most important texts of the Christian faith into the hands of the general public.
Join us on Saturday, October 29 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Livonia for a hymn festival with congregational singing, a festival choir, German organ works, and brief reflections on the role of education in our lives of faith. Compositions by Luther, Cruciger, Schütz, Bach, Mendelssohn, Manz, Briehl, and more.
This event is free and open to the public. Reception to follow.
Sunday, October 30, 5:00 pm
Dr. Patrick Kronner
Saint Augustine's House Monastery, Oxford
Fifth Sunday At Five Organ Recital. Dr. Patrick Kronner from the University of Notre Dame Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Thursday, November 3, 7:00 pm
Thomas Ospital
First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham
1669 W. Maple Road
Concerts at First Presents Thomas Ospital in concert. Titulaire of the grand organ at St Eustache Church in Paris, Thomas Ospital is a young artist who has quickly earned a place amongst the world’s finest concert organists. He has won prizes at several international competitions including the Chartres Competition, the Xavier Darasse Competition, and the Saragossa and Angers competitions. Dedicated to the art of improvisation in all of its forms, he typically includes improvisations in his concerts and frequently accompanies silent films as well.
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St. Andrew's Episcopal celebrates the installation of their new
Richards, Fowkes & Company organ
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Job Postings
Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton Twp MI is looking for an organist familiar with Lutheran Services to play every Sunday at 9 am and every other Saturday at 5pm. Pay is negotiable. Position is available immediately. Special Holiday services included. Contact Paul Finazzo, Minister of Worship and Music at pfinazzo@trinityct.org or call at 586-854-4663
First Presbyterian Church of Tecumseh is hiring a 15-20 hour per week Director of Music Ministry. This position will provide oversight, direction and development to our music and worship ministry, and will be directly responsible for the following:
Develop and execute the vision for our music ministry in collaboration with the Pastor, Head of Staff and Worship Committee
Serve as organist, accompanist and musical educator for our congregation
which includes an adult vocal and hand bell choir
Incorporate variety of musical genres and cultural diversity in worship
Develop additional musical offerings: ensembles, choral groups, soloists, duets,
children's music ministry
Engage with the community through music outreach
Please submit a resume to: Ms. Lisa Michelin, Personnel Committee: tecumsehfirstpres@gmail.com
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Jackson, Michigan, is seeking an accomplished organist/pianist and choir director. We are a singing congregation! Duties include playing for weekly Sunday services and also some special services as well as leading and accompanying a small choir for rehearsals and services. Instruments include an 18-rank Wicks pipe organ and a Steinway baby grand piano. Knowledge of liturgical service practices is desirable. Salary commensurate with experience and duties as mutually agreed upon. If interested, please contact Pastor Kate at the church at 517-782-6081 or pastorkate@immanueljackson.org.
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY/ORGANIST - ST. MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH
St. Mary Roman Catholic Church in Marshall, Michigan, is seeking an Organist and Director of Music. Our National Historic Landmark District community is committed to economic growth and innovative technology. We have a new 2021 custom Allen 3 manual drawknob organ housed in the beautifully renovated historic church with an ideal acoustic music environment.
St. Mary Church offers three weekend Masses. We are a singing church. The qualified candidate should be a skilled organist and choir director who can effectively work with cantors, instrumentalists, and adult and youth choirs. The Organist/Director of Music would collaborate closely with the pastor in support of the liturgies. We prefer a degree or equivalent in music or a related field and an understanding of and respect for Catholic traditions and liturgy. Leadership and communication skills and a passion for sacred liturgy and music are essential qualities. This is a 30 hour per week (on average) position with a negotiable salary and benefits program in the range of $50,000-$60,000 per year, commensurate with experience/qualifications/hours. Compensation is also provided for other services. Relocation expenses negotiable for qualified candidates.
*Point of contact: E-mail resume and pertinent material to Office Manager, Mrs. Stacie Contat, St. Mary Church at stmarymarshall@aol.com (269-781-3949). Also, visit our website at www.stmarymarshall.org.
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Do you have news that you’d like to share with the Chapter? Please send your information to Andrew Herbruck at andrew@fpcbirmingham.org for inclusion in the next issue of The Bombarde. |
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