Conversations about all things organ playing. Dr. Vidas Pinkevicius and Dr. Ausra Motuzaite-Pinkeviciene talk about organ practice, technique, registration, performance, improvisation, harmony, music theory and other aspects which make up Total Organist.
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SOP Podcast #28 - John Higgins: "If I can do it then anyone can!" (Part 1)
SOP Podcast #28 - John Higgins: "If I can do it then anyone can!" (Part 1) Secrets of Organ Playing: http://www.organduo.lt Welcome to episode 28 of Secrets of Organ Playing Podcast! Today's guest is John Higgins from Whyalla, South Australia, a mechanical engineer by profession, who is so much in love with pipe organ that he plays recitals and tries to raise funds to restore valuable historical organs in his community. Because of his passion he quickly becomes the go-to organist in his area. In this conversation, John reveals his background story, the things which he finds challenging in organ playing, and of course the dreams which through his persistence, generosity, bravery and connection little by little are becoming a reality. This is a truly inspiring story. Enjoy and share your comments below. If you like these conversations with the experts from the organ world, please help spread the word about the SOP Podcast by sharing it with your organist friends. This conversation will continue next Sunday in Part 2. Stay tuned. Relevant links: Whyalla News Online about John's work: http://www.whyallanewsonline.com.au/story/2568237/john-breathes-new-life-into-old-passion/ http://www.whyallanewsonline.com.au/story/2449888/music-lovers-feed-their-souls-at-st-martins/ John's profile on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.higgins.37454961 Reach John by email: john.eliza.higgins@gmail.com