Music is Important at Concordia Lutheran
Music, both choral and instrumental, is important to our
worship life at Concordia. One of the centerpieces of our music program is our
100-year old pipe organ. The organ is a two-manual, 14-rank instrument that was
originally built by the Henry Pilcher's Sons organ builders of Louisville. Upon
its completion in August of 1903, the organ was installed in the old church and
later moved to Concordia's present sanctuary in 1930. A project was begun in
June of 1973 to rebuild the organ tonally and was completed in December of that
year. In 1984 the Steiner-Reck firm of Louisville was engaged to rebuild the
organ mechanically to insure its dependability. August of 2003 marked the
organ's 100th anniversary, as it continues to serve and preserve the rich
musical heritage of Concordia Lutheran Church.
Our organist is Bradley Johnson. Mr. Johnson received his
bachelor of arts degree in music from Indiana University Southeast in August,
2002. In addition to his duties at Concordia, Mr. Johnson is also on the piano
faculty at the Louisville Academy of Music.
Concordia's Pipe Organ: A History with Explanation
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The Chancel Choir led by Dr. Dale McAbee
practices on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00 and sings most Sundays,
taking a break during the summer months. |
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The choir is always open to new participants. |
The Concordia Ringers, led by Mr. Johnson, is our two-octave
handbell choir. The choir practices on Monday evenings at 7:00. New
participants are always welcome, music literacy being helpful but not entirely
necessary.
Soloists and instrumentalists are also featured in the
worship services. In addition to our pipe organ, the sanctuary houses a small
grand piano.
Whether you enjoy music as a participant or a listener,
Concordia welcomes you!
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