Pipe Organ Encounter PLUS - POE+ 2016

OVERVIEW
POE+ is an educational event organized by a local AGO chapter under the sponsorship of The American Guild of Organists. This program provides organ instruction to students 19 and older who are interested in developing and improving their service-playing abilities. All applicants should be able to play intermediate level piano literature. Participants are introduced to organ skills through lessons as well as classes. Previous organ study is not required. Registrants will experience greater confidence and competence at the organ.


POE+ HIGHLIGHTS
The Harrisburg POE+ will include daily organ lessons (one teacher for every two students) as well as practice time. Other activities will include recitals, workshops, and master classes. Topics covered will include registration, repertoire, hymn playing, choral accompanying, and beginning and intermediate improvisation.


FACULTY
The following faculty members include distinguished organ teachers, university professors and concert organists from the region: Chelsea Barton, Tyler Canonico, Rhonda Edgington, Charles Grove, Brenda Leach, Shelly Moorman-Stahlman, Keith Reas, Claire Rozier, David Schelat, Victoria Shields, Aaron Sunstein, and Brett Terry.
(This faculty list is subject to change without notice)


ACCOMMODATIONS/TRAVEL
Lodging will be available on the beautiful campus of Messiah College. Meals will be at the dining hall on campus. The registration fee includes five nights lodging and all meals during the POE+. Participants commuting to the POE+ will have all lunches and dinners included in their registration fee. Free parking is available on campus. Directions are available on the chapter website.


MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE POE+
For more information contact POE+ director:
Ellen Hunt, POE+ Director
23 North Homestead Road
McAlisterville, PA 17049
Phone: (717) 463-9012
POEplus2016@harrisburgago.org