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What gives the pipe organ its unique sound? Find out in September 2021

Organ stops
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The Principal stops create the most characteristic sound of the pipe organ; it is the sound which comes to mind in the context of traditional church music.  Host Michael Barone explores the pipes that give the organ its unique voice and character. Sun 9/26 at 8pm.

9/5       Pipedreams Live! Relived  A never-before-broadcast conversational concert from St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, IN.

9/12      Some Lost Chords Found  Rummaging amongst the many overlooked delights in the organ’s expansive repertoire.

9/19      Joy and Gladness  There’s always reason, and room in our souls, for music that helps us smile.

9/26      The Principals of the Thing  An introduction to those pipes which provide organ music its unique voice and character.