Michael Barone
About Pipedreams
Sundays at 9 pm.
Organists have a world of music at their fingertips. They talk about a kind of musical rapture they experience when they play a work really well. Get a glimpse of the divine every week on Pipedreams from American Public Media. Host Michael Barone shares organ works and performances and talks with composers, organists, organ builders, and restorers. The show features brand new instruments in churches and concert halls, plus recordings of historic pipe organs in locations around the world, from ancient instruments in vast cathedrals to the "mighty Wurlitzers" of movie house fame. Whether you're a long-time fan of organ music or just learning about this diverse instrument, you’ll enjoy Pipedreams. For playlist information, and to hear the program again click on the link at the top of this page. Dates listed on that page are six days before the broadcast date on Classical 89.
Program Schedule
Manifold Riches
8/3/2025
Another collection of recently released recordings devoted to the ever-fascinating traditions of the King of Instruments.
It’s Still Summer
8/10/2025
And though the days are getting shorter, if you still have the chance to go out to hear any of these instruments, don’t miss it!
John Scott, In Memoriam
8/17/2025
An encore broadcast in tribute to the artistry of English-born organist and choral conductor John Scott, who died unexpectedly ten years ago at age 59 on August 12, 2015.
Discovering Cleveland
8/24/2025
Performances by and conversations with the versatile and virtuosic American recitalist Douglas Cleveland.
Contemplating Kynaston
8/31/2025
In the wake of his death this past March, we share performances and personal glimpses of the internationally acclaimed British recitalist, recording artist and teacher Nicolas Kynaston.
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