Workshop: “Understanding the Basics of Organ Registration”

Bill Hesterman, Rocky Mountain Organ Company (click for bio)

Organ registration doesn’t need to be complicated. Learn how to properly set up registration to complement your pieces as well as your instrument.

Workshop: “Preparing for AGO National Exams and Achievement Awards”

Bonnie Goodliffe, MM (click for bio)

Do you have questions about navigating the AGO exam process? Have you wondered what the actual exam is like? Learn answers to these questions, as well as useful tools as you prepare for the exams.

Workshop: “An Organist’s Checklist for Inspiring Congregational Singing”

John Longhurst, DMA (click for bio)

Learn about the great organs of Germany and Switzerland, from the famed St. Jakobi Stellwagen and Schnitgers in the north, to notable Silbermanns and other Bach country instruments of central Germany, to the world’s oldest playable organ at the Basilica of Valère in Sion, Switzerland.

Workshop: “The Great Organs of Germany and Switzerland”

Emily Spencer, MM (click for bio)

Learn about the great organs of Germany and Switzerland, from the famed St. Jakobi Stellwagen and Schnitgers in the north, to notable Silbermanns and other Bach country instruments of central Germany, to the world’s oldest playable organ at the Basilica of Valère in Sion, Switzerland.

Workshop: “Music Theory for Organists”

Lora Kelly, PhD (click for bio) 

A good understanding of music theory can be helpful to an organist. In this workshop, we will discuss music theory with reference to hymns and learn tips and tricks to help understand the music better.

Workshop: “Harpsichord Encounter”

Haruhito Miyagi, PhD (click for bio)

Have you ever wanted to play the harpsichord? This is your chance! In this workshop, Dr. Miyagi will demonstrate the School of Music’s beautiful harpsichords, answer questions about the instruments, and allow participants to give them a try.

Workshop: “Strategies For Overcoming Music Performance Anxiety”

Hailey Boggess, MSW (click for bio)

Learn practical solutions and mindfulness techniques from a licensed psychotherapist to help you manage the anxiety you might experience before a performance.

Workshop: “Making the Most of Your Practice Sessions”

Andrew Unsworth, PhD (click for bio)

Even a 15-minute practice session can be useful if done strategically. Learn tips to help you make the most of your practice time.

Open Console: Libby Gardner Hall

Linda Margetts, PhD (click for bio)

See the beautiful Lively-Fulcher organ in the University of Utah’s Libby Gardner Concert Hall up close.

Masterclass: “Prelude, Postlude, and Beyond: Perfecting Your Sunday Morning Organ Repertoire”

Gabriele Terrone, PhD (click for bio)

In this mini-masterclass, Dr. Terrone will help participants polish their Sunday morning repertoire, focusing on interpretation and registration. The workshop will take place on the Lively-Fulcher organ in Libby Gardner Concert Hall.

Workshop and Tour: “University of Utah Organist Training Programs”

Teresa Clawson, MM (click for bio)

Learn about the educational options offered by the University of Utah School of Music for organists of all skill levels and tour the group organ lab.