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Cathedral Commons—The Art & Craft of God’s Praise: the Hidden Life of Pipe Organs
This two-part forum offers a glimpse into the inner workings of the pipe organs. In part one on May 13, participants took apart and reassembled a miniature pipe organ. This Wednesday, equipped with insight gained through that experience, you’ll be introduced to the art, science, and history of organ building on a cathedral-sized scale. Why do pipe organs sound the way they do? Why do they look the way they do? Why, for centuries, have human beings found them useful in acts of public worship? Why might an instrument with such ancient origins be relevant to us today, and to all those who will come after us?
If you missed the offering on May 13, watch this brief video of participants assembling a pipe organ with commentary by Canon Kleinschmidt to inform your participation on May 20.
Program is free; no registration required. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($8/adult; $25/family max.)