www.agosanjose.orgBob Birnstihl, e-Editor, bobb@envysys.com

e-NotesFEBRUARY 2004

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Art Johnson

Mark Lord

Michelle Norris

Jacklynn Lord

O R G A N

T R U M P E T

S O P R A N O

P I A N O

FEBRUARYPROGRAM

3 PM, Sunday, FEB 29, 2004ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH,

600 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto

Program of music for trumpet and organ, including:for organ and trumpet by Telemann

Bach/HaydnFrom by Anthony Plog (b. 1947)

for organ by Gigoutfrom the (2003) by Angela Kraft Cross

Concerto in D MajorTrumpet Concerto

4 Themes on Paintings by Edward MunchScherzoElegy Fanfare Symphony of Peace

Other works will be cantata for soprano and trumpet by J. S. Bach performed by Mark’sdaughter, Michelle Norris.

Jauchzett Gott

Arthur Johnson received his organ training at the University of Southern California with Irene Robertson.Recently, he performed in concert at the Congregational Church of San Mateo. He has been theorganist/choirmaster at Trinity Episcopal Church in Reno, where Mark Lord also performs, since 1980. Retiredfrom the staff at the University of Nevada Reno, he now studies with Roger Nyquist. Johnson is the Dean of theNorthern Nevada chapter of the American Guild of Organists.

Upcoming events

February 22, Sunday, 4 p.m. James Welch, organ recital.

March 14, Sunday, 3 p.m., James Welch, Lenten organ recital.

Works of Bach, Krebs, Reger, and works bySpanish, Portuguese, and Mexican composers. Messiah Lutheran Church, 1835 Valota (at Woodside Rd.),Redwood City. Free-will offering. Information: 650 369-5201 or 650 856-9700.

St. Bede’s Episcopal Church, 2650 Sand HillRd., Menlo Park. $15 general, $10 seniors/students. Works of Bach, Reger, Schumann, Mendelssohn,Shearing, and Pardini. Information: 650 854-6555 or 650 856-9700.

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Dear Colleagues,

Last month I wished you all a happy new year andnow I would like to wish you a happy Valentine's.In my own scheme of things, all the hooplarevolving around Valentine's Day is unimportant.What is important is the constancy of love andcaring that we manifest in our relationships withfamily, friends and colleagues.

As Dean of our chapter I confess that I do notpersonally know you all. However I do care aboutyou in some ways because I do care about theAGO and our chapter. I am concerned about whatwe can all do to facilitate stronger relationshipsamong members. (I don't want us to be just namesin the directory.) I care about bringing programsthat would elevate and inspire us and at the sametime educate us. I care enough to volunteer aportion of my life and do AGO's work. I am sure allthe members of the board feel likewise.

I hope there are other members that hold similarfeelings about our chapter. Perhaps this is the yearfor you to come forward and serve our esteemedorganization is some capacity.We eagerlywelcome you. Say "yes" if someone fromnominations committee call you. Or be proactiveand call any current board member and volunteer.Show that you care.

Don't miss our February event. Bring your familyand friends.This concert is a gift to ourselves andthe community. It's free.

Mary Ann Gee, dean408-259-8923mary _ann_gee@yahoo.com

Dean’s Column MORE ON THE COPYRIGHT LAWSFROM CMPA

WHAT DOES COPYRIGHT MEAN?Public Law 94-553 determines that the creativeworks of a person's mind and spirit should belong,for a limited time, to the creator.The protection ofthese rights is called "copyright".The term of thatprotection is equal to the length of the life of theauthor/composer/creator plus 50 years. For manysongs written prior to 1978, the term is 75 years.During this time period, permission to copy mustbe obtained from the copyright owner. Noticemust appear on all copies containing the word"copyright" or the symbol C in a circle (for printedmaterial) or P in a circle (for sound recordings), theyear of first publication, and the name of thecopyright owner.

MAY WE PERFORM COPYRIGHTED RELIGIOUSWORKS IN CHURCH?Yes.You may perform them from legal editionsduring services at places of worship or at religiousassemblies. Legal editions do not result fromunauthorized duplication (i.e., to purchase onecopy then make 30 copies for the choir withoutpermission and perform it in a worship service isneither legal nor ethical).

PIZZA, PEDALS AND PIPES will take place in lateFebruary or early March. If you have interestedstudents, call me for the exact time and place.

FRASIER SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION: See theenclosed application to enter yourself, yourstudent or fellow organist. Audition times will beinApril. Last year's winner and Chapter memberAlishan Merjanian played the Liszt Piano Concertowith the Winchester Symphony this past weekend.Call me with your questions about the Frasier.

POE: Again this year the Board has voted to makefinancial assistance available to a qualified studentinterested in attending the area POE. Call forinformation.

Pat Milstead: Education/Resources

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THE FRASIER ORGAN SCHOLARSHIP 2004

The Frasier Organ Scholarship has been established to encourage talented musicians ofany age to continue organ studies.The award will be made on the basis of demonstratedtalent and potential.The scholarship must be used for specified continuing education inorgan studies. Such studies may include weekly organ lessons, course fees, workshops, etc.Previous winner are not eligible.

Eligibility: The applicant must be one of the following:a) A current member of the San Jose Chapter-AGO, orb) An organ student studying with a teacher who is a Chapter member, orc) An organ student sponsored by a current member of the Chapter.

How to Qualify:1) Submit an application form to the Chair of the Scholarship Committee2) Submit two recommendations to the Chair from persons qualified to evaluate

applicant's musical ability, professional activity and potential.3) Prepare to play 3 compositions/movements in various styles and character

-One written before 1800-One written between 1800 and 1900-One written after 1900

4) Prepare 3 verses of a hymn chosen from a group of 4 specified selections. !st verse istraditional 4 part harmony. Others may be original, published, improvisional.

5) Audition in person before the Scholarship Committee

Method of SelectionA Committee composed of 3 members of the San Jose Chapter will be authorized by the

Executive Committee to select the recipient of the Frasier Scholarship. Teachers or sponsors ofapplicants are excluded from the panel.The panel is authorized to award the scholarship or todecide that no award will be made that year.

Application DeadlineApplications and letters of recommendation must be received by March 15, 2004.

Recommendations must accompany the completed application. Audition tapes will not beaccepted. Application forms may be obtained from the Scholarship Chair.

Notification of WinnerWinner will be notified by May 1, 2004.The award will be presented at the Annual

Installation Ceremony.

NOTE: Members are encouraged to serve as jurors if asked.This is an educational experiencefor you as well.

Patricia Milstead, Scholarship Chair

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FromDavid Conte’s

Nov. 15workshop.

Alishan Merjanian

Frasier Scholarship Winner

From the Jan 11“Play-Back Bach”

program:Arlene

Zimmerman,Valerie Sterk,

Dian Ruder,

and DickCoulter.

Edie Marshall,Zita Weyland,