This afternoon's organ concert is our last of the regular season, but please keep your ears open for news about a summer organ series happening in July. Dame Gillian Weir is making her Kimmel Center debut today, and exceptional artistry should bring the best sound from the Cooper Memorial organ. Dame Gillian is known for being the pre-eminent interpreter of Messiaen, and she was also the first solo recitalist in London's Royal Albert Hall following the organ's refurbishment. She has a long and acclaimed discography as well. I hope you'll tell us what you thought of the show.
Bonus: Here's a link to Dame Gillian's Pipedreams conversation just a few weeks ago.
This was one very impressive concert. It was the first time I have heard the Organ at Verizon Hall -- wow. The dynamics of the concert were greatly enhanced by the use of the video system to allow the audience to watch Dame Weir's hands and feet.