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The King of Instruments in the Crown City (1888-2000) - by James Lewis

The King of Instruments in the Crown City (1888-2000) - by James Lewis

$15.00

The Paradox of Restoration and the Conservation of Organs Artifacts in Use is a fresh look at the future of preserving historic organs. This revolutionary guide explores the means and meaning of preservation and restoration for the heritage of worthy pipe organs. Current thought holds that the skin of age, which can be the first loss in conventional restoration, is itself a powerful testimony of the past. In aged surfaces, we now are finding a window to the past, and there are implications for the way we think about preservation and restoration. Artifacts in Use explores the Paradox of Restoration whereby preservation-worthy historical evidence tends to be lost during conventional restoration. Discover the “restorative conservation” approach by which the renewal of aesthetic and musical qualities is balanced with an equal respect for the physical record of historical organ building and early use.
OHS Press in association with Colonial Williamsburg, 2010, 249 pgs, paperback.

Organ Historical Society

Artifacts in Use: The Paradox of Restoration and the Conservation of Organs - by John R. Watson

$39.95

OHS member Doug Johnson has compiled 23 pages of delightful verses (Saint Cecelia invited to Tea / Virgil Fox, Power Biggs, and me . . .) in this softbound volume.
MorningStar Music, 1993; 23 pgs, softcover

Morning Star Music Publishers

Limericks for Organists - compiled and edited by Doug Johnson

$5.50

James Engel (edited by Carl Schalk), An Introduction to Organ Registration

Concordia Publishing House

James Engel (edited by Carl Schalk), An Introduction to Organ Registration

$10.00

The Hymnlet, Samuel Waler

Organ Historical Society

The Hymnlet, Samuel Waler

$3.95

Compiled by William T. Van Pelt and published by the Organ Historical Society in 1991, this book is a valuable reference for the 2,614 organs built from 1827-1935 by E. & G. G. Hook, E. & G. G. Hook and Hastings, and Hook and Hastings. In the 333 pages are illustrations, opus lists, and facsimiles of promotional publications. Two essays on the firm cover important milestones in the progression of the organ-building of Elias and George Hook, and the inclusion of Frank Hastings into the company name. An intriguing and educational read!
OHS Press, 1991; 333 pgs, hardbound

Organ Historical Society

Hook Opus List - compiled and edited by William T. Van Pelt

$37.95

Using as an example the rebuild of the 1930 Kuhn organ in the Munster at Bern, Switzerland, the author examines modern-day concerns of restoring and rebuilding organs of the 1930s to the 1960s. Revised edition, 64 pages, 24 illustrations, in German.

Organ Historical Society

Umgang mit unseitgemäßen Orgeln - by Rudolph Meyer

$16.00

The Haarlem Essays is a collection of articles, interviews and portraits for organ lovers and, in particular, ‘Haarlem’ devotees. It is said that the very sight of the organ of St. Bavo’s –not to mention its glorious sound- may cause serious addiction. Fifty international organ improvisation competitions, and very nearly the same number of summer academies, have produced an abundance of material for this anniversary publication. The organ of St. Bavo’s is center stage, and it is surrounded here by a wide range of colorful events and personalities, all making their own contribution to the Haarlem International Organ Festival. Not least the authors themselves, from distinguished international scholars to specialists in the nitty-gritty of Haarlem organ history. The fact that this volume has so much to say about ‘Haarlem’ is in itself indicative of the festival’s significance in the international music world. With more than 150 illustrations and examples, all the competition themes, and seven winning improvisations on a CD.
Dr. J. Butz, 2014; 480 pgs, hardcover

Butz

The Haarlem Essays: Celebrating Fifty International Organ Festivals - collected and edited by Paul Peeters

$58.00

Dr. Guest's autobiography traces his career from its beginnings in Bangor, Wales, through nearly half a century as College Organist and Choirmaster at St. John's College, Cambridge, England. Writing with candor and charm, Dr. Guest not only provides priceless advice for would-be choir directors and an in-depth look at the history of music at St. John's, but also presents the reader with a delightful mix of the stories and memories of a truly outstanding musician.
Paraclete Press, 1974; 273 pgs, softbound.

A Guest at Cambridge - by George Guest

$14.95

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