AGO RESOURCES
THE AMERICAN ORGANIST (TAO) and Official AGO Publications
THE AMERICAN ORGANIST, published monthly, is the most widely read journal devoted to organ and choral music in the world.
One-year subscription
Single copies of THE AMERICAN ORGANIST (indicatemonth and year when ordering)
U.S. $62
Foreign and Canada $80 $8.00
TAO in microform: ProQuest Information and Learn- ing, 300 North Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48106 TAO Ten-Year Index (1967–1977) TAO 20-Year Index (1967–1987) TAO Slipcase (maroon; holds 12 issues) (shipping included)
AGOMembership Brochure
AGO Group Insurance Plans brochure Organ Music/Essays/Catalogs
AGO National Convention Workshops
How We Got Here From There: Trends in Pedagogy, 1860–1960 by Ann Marie Rigler
This workshop surveys trends in American organ pedagogy over the course of 100 years. (DVD)
Hymn-Tune Improvisations: Increasing Your Skill byWilliamPorter
Improvisation in Service Playing by TomTrenney
$10.00
$2.50 $5.00
$35.00 Free
Free
Marie-Claire Alain—The Master Series, Vol. 2 Twomasterclasses filmed during
Mme. Alain’s 40th anniversary tour of the U.S. (DVD).
Marilyn Mason—The Master Series, Vol. 5 Dr. Mason is interviewed and plays
Mozart, Duruflé, Boulanger, and Guilmant. (DVD)
Master Series
The Guild’s “Master Series” is an ongoing project of the Committee on Educational Resources. The series features notable organists in recital and workshop pre- sentations. The first five volumes may be purchased together for $85 (shipping included).
National Competition in Organ Improvisation This CD and booklet present the final
round in theGuild’s national competition at the 2002, 2004, and 2006 conventions.
NYACOP Winners’ CDs Dongho Lee: Modal Inspiration
The 2010 NYACOP winner plays Widor, Duruflé, Berlinski, and others
Michael Unger: Universe of Poetry
Mr. Unger, the 2008 NYACOP winner, plays works of Bach, Sweelinck, Brahms, Fleury, and others.
This is a basic introductory workshop to help organists apply practical impovisations to worship services. (DVD)
This workshop offers suggestions and techniques for improvisation in the worship service. (DVD)
Catharine Crozier—The Master Series, Vol. 1 Showcases Dr. Crozier as performer and teacher (DVD).
A Directory of Composers for Organ by John Henderson
$10.00 Scott Montgomery: Water and Light $10.00 $10.00
The 2006 NYACOP winner plays Vierne, deGrigny, Bach,Messiaen, and others.
Organ Music of Black Composers by Eugene Hancock (booklet and CD)
$20.00 $110.00
This reference work is the last word on names and dates of composers for the organ. It is useful for tracking down the elusive composer or piece as well as providing useful information for program notes. The directory has recently been updated and will be the reference work of choice for students, organists, and organ lovers.
AGO Founders Hymnal $19.95
TheHymnal assembles 83 hymns by 79 Founders of the American Guild ofOrganists. Suitable for all denominations, the hymnal is ideal for Guild services and chapter meetings.
Frederick Swann—The Master Series, Vol. 3 Mr. Swann performs and discusses
the challenges of accompanying at the organ (DVD).
Gerre Hancock—The Master Series, Vol. 4 Dr. Hancock improvises, conducts the choir, and performs (DVD).
A Guide to the Pipe Organ for Composers and Others by Sandra Soderlund
Introduction to Historical Tunings by Robert F. Bates (CD)
Small is beautiful! Includes a repertoire list and glossary for new organists.
The Life and Music of Jean Langlais $15.00
The Los Angeles Chapter produced this documentary presenting Langlais’s personal life as well as a critical evaluation of the times and his music (DVD).
AUGUST 2013 $20.00 $8.00
A concise introduction to the organ for students, composers, and church committees.
$10.00
An Introduction to Repertoire and Registration for the Small Organ by Marilyn Stulken and Catherine Fischer
$5.00 $20.00
A stimulating discussion of the historical, theoretical, and practical aspects ofmusical rhetoric iin Buxtehude’smusic.
Playing the Organ Works of Bach by Peter Williams. Essays on the
music and world of Bach the composer. Preaching to the Choir by Victoria Sirota
Presenting Concerts in Your Church and Community by Karen McFarlane and Stephen Smith
This booklet addresses all the challenges of organizing concerts and recitals.
Pulling Out All the Stops The Pipe Organ in America (videocassette or DVD, 85 minutes)
Swell to Great by Roberta Bitgood, FAGO
$20.00 $15.00
The story of the past AGO president through the reminiscences of more than 50 friends and colleagues.
Timeline of the Organ by Barbara Owen Tracks the development of the organ through 2,600 years of history. In full color.
Choral Techniques/Recordings Good Vocal Tone by Joan Conlon (CD)
A workshop on vocal technique.
Pronunciation of Church Latin Laminated card
Always keep a copy in your desk!
What We Should Expect from Young People by Alec Wyton
Hymns/Registration/Service Playing
Accompaniment Adaptation Practicum by John Campbell (workbook and CD)
Demonstrates how to adapt non-organ accompaniments to the organ.
$20.00 $2.00
Helpful techniques for improving choral sound and raising your singers’ level ofmusicianship.
$3.50 $5.00 $10.00
The former Guild Chaplain addresses the issues that we encounter in a unique profession.
$8.00 $5.00 $15.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $20.00 $20.00
Hymns: A Congregational Study by James R. Sydnor Teacher’s Edition Student’s Edition
$4.00 $12.00
Commissioned by the AGO and the Hymn Society of America. Provides historical background on important movements in hymnody as well as specific programs for expanding a congregation’s repertoire and appreciation of its own tradition.
Improvising—How to Master the Art by Gerre Hancock
Manual on Hymn Playing byDavidHeller
$39.95 $21.00
A comprehensive and clear introduction to hymn playing for beginning organists. The many musical examples are presented with practical suggestions for Sunday.
AMini–Course in Basic Organ Registration by Margot Ann Woolard (booklet and CD)
A comprehensive guide to the mysterious art of organ registration. Introduces types of organ sound, solos and combinations.
AMini–Course in Creative Hymn Playing by John Ferguson (booklet andCD)
Once you know the basics, the fun begins!
AMini–Course in Hymn Playing by Margot Ann Woolard (booklet and CD)
A step-by-step guide to good hymn playing. Stresses the role of the organist as editor and interpreter of the text.
$15.00 Exciting repertoire every organist should know.
Playing Dieterich Buxtehude’s Works Rhetorically by Leon Couch (3 CDs)
$10.00
Three Mini-Courses (listed above) and the Accompaniment Adaptation Practicum Reformatted for CD, set of 4
$65.00
Vocal Solos for Weddings by Robert T. Anderson and KennethHart (booklet and CD)
Wedding Processionals and Recessionals by Robert T. Anderson (CD)
Seventeen processionals and recessionals—familiar and unfamiliar.
Organ Installation
Acoustics in Worship Spaces by Donald Ingram, Edward Larabee Barnes, Calvin Hampton, David Klepper, and Robert Noehren
Contains recommendations for those building or remodeling a worship space.
AGO Standard Console Specifications
The historic “AGO Standard,” developed in 1933, has dominated console building in the U.S. for more than 50 years.
Buying an Organ by John Ogasapian and Carlton T. Russell
$4.00 Written for congregations and organ committees.
Church Organs: A Guide to Selection and Purchase by John Ogasapian
Dedicating an Organ by Rollin Smith $6.95
Aclear and readable presentation of a complicated topic. Never skimps on important information. Intended for parish organ committees.
$7.95
This 32-page booklet will help you plan the celebration of the installation of your new organ. There are suggestions for the service, litanies, prayers, and hymns.
Guide to Pipe Organ Planning & Fund Raising Leads potential purchasers through a pipe organ project.
Make a Joyful Noise The pipe organ in worship. Planning Space for Pipe Organs Free
$5.00 (for shipping) (videocassette)
Free
Designed to help churches and architects coordinate architectural design and organbuilding.
77 $5.00 $2.00 $10.00
Twenty-one wedding solos, Bach to Pinkham, recorded with organ accompaniment.
$10.00 $20.00 $20.00 $20.00
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