Dedication of the Reformed Church's Schantz Organ

On Sunday, March 14, 2004 at 3:00 PM a dedication service of the new Schantz organ was held at the Reformed Church. The 300 enthusiastic listeners who filled the church were treated to an exciting and majestic service.

Choirmaster and organist John A. Davis, Jr. and his pupil Thomas Sheehan performed music of Bach, Vierne, Bonnet, and Liszt on the new Schantz Organ.

Choral Music by Beethoven, Vierne, and Courtney by Reformed Church Choir, with guest singers was conducted by Lee H. Pritchard.

The full voices of the choir and organ, and the moving message of Rev. Dr. E. Robert Geehan were a fitting and inspiring dedication of an instrument of praise.

Dr. Davis performing at the dedication service
Dr. Davis performing at the dedication service

For the official specification of the Schantz Organ, click on this link.

Images from the dedication service:

Dr. Davis with Lee Pritchard
Dr. Davis with Lee Pritchard

Congratulations at the end of the service
An enthusiastic ending to the service.
Dr. Davis is congratulated by Rev. E. Robert Geehan as performers look on.