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George Wright
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George Wright (August 28, 1920 in Orland, California – May 10, 1998 in Glendale, California) was an American musician, one the most famous … read moreGeorge Wright (August 28, 1920 in Orland, California – May 10, 1998 in Glendale, California) was an American musician, one the most famous virtuoso of the theatre organ of the modern era. Wright was best known for his virtuoso performanc… read moreGeorge Wright (August 28, 1920 in Orland, California – May 10, 1998 in Glendale, California) was an American musician, one the most famous virtuoso of the theatre organ of the modern era. Wright was best known for his virtuoso performances on the huge Wurlitzer theater pipe organs at the famed Fo… read more
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Simon Gledhill
138 listeners
Born in Yorkshire, England: Simon Gledhill Is considered to be one of todays foremost Theatre organists; He is known for his highly musical… read moreBorn in Yorkshire, England: Simon Gledhill Is considered to be one of todays foremost Theatre organists; He is known for his highly musical interpretations of popular and light music on the organ and is admired by his musician peers for … read moreBorn in Yorkshire, England: Simon Gledhill Is considered to be one of todays foremost Theatre organists; He is known for his highly musical interpretations of popular and light music on the organ and is admired by his musician peers for his admirable technique, imaginative and beautiful interpretations. View wiki
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Jelani Eddington
204 listeners
Jelani Eddington has performed in most of the major concert venues throughout the United States, has toured extensively abroad, and has rec… read moreJelani Eddington has performed in most of the major concert venues throughout the United States, has toured extensively abroad, and has received numerous awards and recognitions, including his selection as the 2001 Theatre Organist Of The Year. View wikiJelani Eddington has performed in most of the major concert venues throughout the United States, has toured extensively abroad, and has received numerous awards and recognitions, including his selection as the 2001 Theatre Organist Of The Year. View wiki
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John Clark McCall
122 listeners
John Clark McCall, a native of Vidalia, Georgia, got his first taste of the theatre organ through the recordings of George Wright—arguably … read moreJohn Clark McCall, a native of Vidalia, Georgia, got his first taste of the theatre organ through the recordings of George Wright—arguably the greatest theatre organist of them all. By the time his family relocated in Moultrie in 1960, h… read moreJohn Clark McCall, a native of Vidalia, Georgia, got his first taste of the theatre organ through the recordings of George Wright—arguably the greatest theatre organist of them all. By the time his family relocated in Moultrie in 1960, he had an extensive library of theatre organ recordings and w… read more
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Nigel Ogden
479 listeners
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Tom Hazelton
84 listeners
Classical and theater organist Thomas Hazleton (September 27, 1942 ~ March 13, 2006) attended the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, San … read moreClassical and theater organist Thomas Hazleton (September 27, 1942 ~ March 13, 2006) attended the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, San Francisco State University, and the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia. Tom enjoyed a world-wide rep… read moreClassical and theater organist Thomas Hazleton (September 27, 1942 ~ March 13, 2006) attended the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, San Francisco State University, and the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia. Tom enjoyed a world-wide reputation as a peerless classical pipe organist and theatre or… read more
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Peter Richard Conte
361 listeners
Peter Richard Conte (b. 1962) is Grand Court Organist of the world famous Wanamaker Organ at the Macy's Philadelphia department store.… read morePeter Richard Conte (b. 1962) is Grand Court Organist of the world famous Wanamaker Organ at the Macy's Philadelphia department store. When not touring, he performs on the six-manual, 28,000-pipe instrument twice daily, six days per… read morePeter Richard Conte (b. 1962) is Grand Court Organist of the world famous Wanamaker Organ at the Macy's Philadelphia department store. When not touring, he performs on the six-manual, 28,000-pipe instrument twice daily, six days per week. The Wanamaker Organ is the largest fully functioning … read more
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Jim Riggs
68 listeners
There are several artists with this name: 1. an American theatre organist, 2. an American jazz saxophonist. — 1) Renowned theatre org… read moreThere are several artists with this name: 1. an American theatre organist, 2. an American jazz saxophonist. — 1) Renowned theatre organist Jim Riggs passed away on October 3, 2022. During his long career he served as house organist… read moreThere are several artists with this name: 1. an American theatre organist, 2. an American jazz saxophonist. — 1) Renowned theatre organist Jim Riggs passed away on October 3, 2022. During his long career he served as house organist at many different venues, including 20 years at the Oakland… read more
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Phil Kelsall
1,319 listeners
In 1977 Phil became principal resident organist at the Tower Ballroom in Blackpool, a position he has held ever since. The link between the… read moreIn 1977 Phil became principal resident organist at the Tower Ballroom in Blackpool, a position he has held ever since. The link between the Tower Ballroom and the BBC has always been a strong one, more recently through the hit series Str… read moreIn 1977 Phil became principal resident organist at the Tower Ballroom in Blackpool, a position he has held ever since. The link between the Tower Ballroom and the BBC has always been a strong one, more recently through the hit series Strictly Come Dancing . The legendary Reginald Dixon broadcasts… read more
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Jesse Crawford
2,221 listeners
Jesse Crawford (December 2, 1895 – May 28, 1962), was a US pianist and organist. He was well known in the 1920s as a theater organist for s… read moreJesse Crawford (December 2, 1895 – May 28, 1962), was a US pianist and organist. He was well known in the 1920s as a theater organist for silent films and as a popular recording artist. In the 1930s, he switched to the Hammond organ and … read moreJesse Crawford (December 2, 1895 – May 28, 1962), was a US pianist and organist. He was well known in the 1920s as a theater organist for silent films and as a popular recording artist. In the 1930s, he switched to the Hammond organ and became a freelancer. In the 1940s, he authored instruction b… read more