The influence of the University of Michigan Organ Department on this area cannot be overstated. Perhaps you yourself studied there, attended a concert by one of their professors, hired a student as an assistant or a substitute, attended the annual organ conference, purchased sheet music commissioned by Marilyn Mason, or even just listened to one James Kibbie free downloads of the complete works of Bach. How many small churches in this area hired a freshman organ student who was figuring out how to manage school and their first church job? We have truly been enriched by the work and mission of this school. On November 19th, we have the opportunity to hear from Nicole Keller and learn about all the exciting things going on in the department. Hope to see everyone there!
As we head into Thanksgiving and Advent, all of our schedules will get a little busier. I hope that during this hectic time you never lose sight of the fact that through your music you are bringing beauty into this world.
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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Monday, January 9, 2023
After a multi-year hiatus, the Detroit AGO annual Epiphany dinner returns in 2023 — an opportunity to gather with fellow musicians, spouses, partners, friends old and new at the end of the holiday season.
6 p.m. informal recital in St. Dunstan’s Chapel, Christ Church Cranbrook,
470 Church Rd. Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Featuring the 11-rank, mean-tone Casavant Frères Opus 3937 (2022)
6:45 p.m. cocktails and dinner at neighboring, historic Cranbrook House
80 Lone Pine Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Cranbrook House is the 1908 English-Tudor estate designed by renowned Detroit architect Albert Kahn for the family of George and Ellen Booth, founders of Cranbrook Educational Community.
Cost: $45 for regular members and guests
Attendance for Young Organists will be sponsored at a reduced cost.
Hosted bar
Sign and payment information forthcoming.
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Complete Works of J.S. Bach |
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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
James Kibbie continues his performance of the complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in 18 recitals at the University of Michigan. 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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James Kibbie Holiday Recording |
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James Kibbie continues his annual holiday tradition of offering free downloads of a recording on his house organ, a 7-stop Létourneau tracker, as an “audio holiday card.” This year’s recording, the 21st in the series, is Robin Milford’s "Cradle Song for Christmas Day,” available in MP3 format at:
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St. Andrew's Episcopal celebrates the installation of their new
Richards, Fowkes & Company organ
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Job Postings
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Ferndale, MI seeks a part-time Music Director: 8-12/hours week; $13-16,000 annually. Duties include accompanying all worship services on organ and piano, and directing the adult choir. Facility with a wide range of musical styles is a must; flexibility, humor and warmth are a big plus! Full Position Description: https://tinyurl.com/2uzpbuke. Send inquiries to the Rev. Clare Hickman, rector@stlukesferndale.org or call 313-330-5550.
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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