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The Stentor Fall 2019 Electronic Edition_Page_01

READ THESE EXCITING STORIES IN THE FALL MEMBER NEWSLETTER!

  • Friends is paying tribute to Stokowski Symphony of 15,000 with ambitious Sept. 28 concert showcasing Symphony in C.
  • How the 1919 Concert led to Stokowski’s famous transcriptions.
  • Ways quality restoration depends on the fine details.
  • How new paneling is unleashing the powerhouse Solo division.
  • What the gilded fine detail of the Restored Case looks like.
  • How the Organ Facade was staged and how the public thrilled.
  • What John Near will tell us about Stokowski and Widor at the 1919 Mega-Concert.
  • How medium density fiberboard is a revolutionary paneling for pipe chambers that is having wonderful results in the Solo division.
  • Ways backstage quick work kept the Major Chimes chiming.
  • How the facade pipes were gilded while in Greek Hall.
  • Registrations revealed from a Keith Chapman candid photo.
  • Does restoring the case make the Organ sound better—some surprising conclusions.
  • Recalling three Wanamaker Organ champions: Bill Bragg, Raymond Friday and Larry Grundy, and the gifts they brought us.
  • Where the best seats are for our September 28 Grand Evening Concert.
 
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