The quality of civilization can be measured through its music, dance, drama, architecture, visual art and literature. –Ernest L. Boyer Music is a part of every culture and is a need of each human being. The mastery of music brings about a synthesis of the intellectual, emotional, spiritual, physical, and aesthetic capacities of an individual. […]
Welcome to group organ instruction with the help of OrganTutor Organ 101. The intent of this web resource is to offer you the benefit of seven years of experience–of trial and error–so that your students will reap the fullest benefit of this form of instruction. I am assuming that you will be using OrganTutor (“OT”) […]
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Designed for pianists/keyboardists who are new to the organ, this session is an introduction to the organ console. Mysteries of the organ console are revealed, including the divisions of the organ and console devices such as thumb pistons and toe studs, expression and crescendo pedals, and other registrational aids. Consider being seated near an organ […]
The New LDS Organist Podcasts To make the most of these lessons, download and print the 54-page packet before beginning. Lesson 1: Welcome to Organ Playing! Lesson 2 : First Steps in Pedal Playing Lesson 3 : Playing Prelude Music that Invites the Spirit Lesson 4 : Effective Hymn Playing–An Overview Lesson 5: Hymn Playing […]
CLASS 1 Main objectives: First-Motivate; Second-Experience; Third-Clarify. Pass out Student Information Sheets as they come in, have them supply information, then collect ASAP. Pass out Syllabus, Weekly Preparation Guide, OT Scores. Welcome and BRIEF introductions. Course objectives and prerequisites: Objectives: read from the syllabus. Prerequisite piano experience (make them feel comfortable leaving if they aren’t […]
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Private Organ Study (Music 160R) is for the non-major organ student who desires more individual time with a member of the organ staff than is possible with Group Organ classes. Weekly 30-minute lessons allow the student more flexibility and personal attention in details of hymn playing, technique, interpretation, registration, etc. An additional fee of $270 […]
The numerals (pitch designations) found on stops are explained. The division of speaking stops into Principal, Flute, String, and Reed families is also introduced.
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INTRODUCTION The modern pipe organ is a time-honored musical instrument that makes use of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and/or pneumatic (air-driven) components. A BLOWER supplies air through WIND LINES and RESERVOIRS to WIND CHESTS, where air is kept at a certain pressure for use on demand. The wind chests contain valves that open or shut the […]
Sample LDS Organ Training Outlines (PDF format) Outcomes and general guidelines Three sessions Five sessions using The New LDS Organist Belnap 12-Week Course
Tour The BYU Organ Department is thrilled to offer a very exciting opportunity to interested students, alumni, and community members with an organ study tour to France, April 27-May 7, 2018. The tour will be led by BYU organ faculty members Don Cook and Brian Mathias, and will include nine days in France visiting and […]
Organ Registration (Music 166) is an excellent follow-up for Music 115 or 116R, as the basics of organ registration are reviewed, then applied in the various areas of organ repertoire and service music. Students who succeed in this course will feel comfortable exploring the resources of virtually any traditional organ of any size. Concurrent enrollment […]
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Division – Keyboard Performance Office – E-208 HFAC Phone – 801-422-3159 Email – neil.harmon@byu.edu Bio Neil Harmon joined the organ faculty at BYU in Fall 2018. Prior to his appointment at BYU he worked as full-time Director of Music and Organist at Grace United Methodist Church in Wilmington, Delaware for 19 years, where he became known throughout […]
The New LDS Organist A Guide Through the First Months MP3 PLAYER DETAILS The twelve audio lessons from The New LDS Organist are taken ideally at the organ console with an mp3 player and earphones. They can be downloaded without cost as explained on this link. Those who prefer may purchase an inexpensive mp3 player […]
The New LDS Organist A Guide Through the First Months MP3 PLAYER DETAILS The twelve audio lessons from The New LDS Organist are taken ideally at the organ console with an mp3 player and earphones. They can be downloaded without cost as explained on this link. Those who prefer may purchase an inexpensive mp3 […]
THE BYU INDEPENDENT STUDY ORGAN COURSES FOR PERSONAL ENRICHMENT The organ courses for Personal Enrichment in the BYU Independent Study program are non-credit courses designed to provide motivation, direction, and instruction for organists to improve their skills in specific areas: organ technique, organ repertoire, hymn playing, music theory, organ registration, and sight-reading (college-credit versions are […]
For the masterclasses as part of the BYU Organ Online Training Sessions, we welcome video recordings or written questions. Videos and questions will be used on a first-come, first-served basis. Submit a Video If you’d like to submit a video, please observe the following guidelines: •Make a video recording using a good external microphone. Sound quality […]
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LDS ORGAN TRAINING SUGGESTIONS FOR DESIRED OUTCOMES AND METHODS: Dr. Don Cook, Brigham Young University (This is not an official document of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) One of the great musical misunderstandings in church music is this: if you can play the piano, you can play the organ. This misconception produces […]
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INVITATION TO ORGAN INSTRUCTORS The list of organ instructors includes those who have received a degree or certificate in organ from a recognized institution, or whose experience deems them qualified in the functions described below. Those on this list are interested in being available to students for the following Brigham Young University organ instruction functions: […]
When you enroll in Group Organ study at Brigham Young University, you become part of an innovative and highly successful program. Since the installation of the Group Organ studio in 1988, over 2000 pianists, anticipating an eventual opportunity to serve the church as an organist, have learned the basics of organ playing through these courses. […]
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The New LDS Organist A Guide Through the First Months Dear LDS Church Leader: The New LDS Organist is a free course designed to help LDS pianists adapt their skills to the organ as soon as possible. It can be helpful for pianists who must begin serving as an organist in only a few weeks, […]
Finding an Organ Teacher Following is a list of reputable organ instructors who have expressed interest in being available to students for the Brigham Young University organ instruction functions listed below: Serve as an evaluator for played assignments in BYU Independent Study organ courses Teach Independent Study organ students on an as-needed basis (Organ instructors […]
Frequently Asked Questions What classes should I attend? How do I select the classes that will be most benefical to my skill level? What are some tips from other first-time workshop attendees? Why can’t we park closer to the Harris Fine Arts Center? (For in-person workshop only) When do I sign up for Private Organ Instruction? […]
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Division – Keyboard Performance Office – C-250 HFAC Phone – 801-422-3260 Email – don_cook@byu.edu Bio Don Cook joined the organ faculty of Brigham Young University in 1991. In that capacity he serves as organ area coordinator, as university carillonneur, and oversees the group organ program. Formerly he held associate organist/choirmaster positions at Christ Church Cranbrook, […]
Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Organ Performance Bachelor of Music (B.M.) with a Dual Emphasis in Piano and Organ Master of Music (M.M.) in Organ Performance “Those who complete the requirements for the performance and pedagogy degree are prepared for professional work as a performer, a studio teacher, or a combination of both. Some will […]
2020 Organ Workshop Online Schedule 2020 Class Schedule & Class Descriptions for the three tracks that make up the Adult portion of the 2020 Organ Workshop Online as well as the Youth Track. Note: there is no field trip associated with this online version of the workshop. Instead, we enjoy some new Virtual Organ Crawls, created especially for this workshop! […]
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The organ performance degree provides training in both performance and in teaching. The degree holder is qualified to offer private organ instruction–a service demanded in every community. The degree offers assurance to prospective students that the teacher has gained sufficient knowledge and experience in organ to provide quality instruction. The organ performance degree holder has […]
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What is the BYU Organ Workshop? The BYU Organ Workshop is an intensive four-day program designed for organ skill-building for all organ levels. Enhance your organ-playing skills for your own enjoyment, for church service, or for teaching. Discover and improve your talents and proficiency as you learn valuable techniques and tips from skilled instructors. Whether […]
JOIN US IN-PERSON OR ONLINE FOR THIS YEAR’S WORKSHOP August 3-6, 2021 Instruction Workshop instructors include BYU music professors, experienced teachers/organists from the area, and special guest instructors. Organ Skills Whether you use your organ skills to play for your own enjoyment, for church service, or for teaching, here’s an organ-specific workshop to help you […]
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