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EPISODE #33
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: CHRISTMAS AT THE CATHEDRAL 2022 (PT 1)

Episode No. 33: Christmas at the Cathedral 2022 – Pt 1

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! Enjoy this two-part show featuring excerpts from Christmas at the Cathedral 2022 – the very first Christmas music in Christ Cathedral to include the newly restored Hazel Wright Organ! Highlights from the first half include appearances by the Diocesan Children’s Choir, and an extra special performance on the Hazel Wright Organ by Fr. Christopher Smith, Rector-Emeritus of Christ Cathedral who plays some of his favorite Christmas Carols on the mighty organ! Also of note is David Willcocks’s famous setting of Hark! the Herald Angels Sing featuring a rarely heard Brass OCTET (for EIGHT Players instead of the normal five) setting of its well-known brass fanfare introduction.

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 12/31/22

EPISODE #32
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: FRANCK FEST 2022 – 200 YEARS OF CESAR FRANCK

Episode No. 32: Franck Fest 2022 – 200 Years of Cesar Franck

As we have heard in previous episodes, 2022 marks the 200th Anniversary of the famed composer and organist, César Franck. This episode features LIVE recordings from a recent performance on the Hazel Wright Organ. These are from members of the American Guild of Organists, along with commentary on these deeply moving pieces by host David Ball. David is joined by Christ Cathedral Associate Organist, Dr. Emma Whitten. #FranckFest2022

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 11/26/22

EPISODE #30
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: CLASSIC PERFORMANCES ON THE HAZEL WRIGHT ORGAN

Episode No. 30: Classic Performances on the Hazel Wright Organ

HAZEL IS BACK! Cathedral Organist David Ball shares his personal favorite recordings of the Hazel Wright Organ from Hour of Power archives from the Crystal Cathedral era. Listen to performances of organ legends –  including Fred Swann, Madame Duruflé, Mark Thallander, and of course, Virgil Fox who designed the organ – from their appearances on the Hour of Power. Broadcast originally to millions of viewers and now available on Youtube, these historic performances inspired generations of worshipers, classical music enthusiasts, and organists. Find out more at https://www.christcathedralmusic.org and find out how to experience the newly-restored Hazel Wright Organ in-person at the Year of Hazel dedication events or wherever you listen to music on two new albums released on Gothic Records available online for streaming soon!

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 9/24/22

EPISODE #28
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: BLESSING OF THE RESTORED HAZEL WRIGHT ORGAN

Episode No. 28: Blessing of the Restored Hazel Wright Organ

In this episode of Sounds from the Sanctuary, host David Ball (Cathedral Organist and Music Ministry Director) visits with Dr. Emma Whitten (Associate Organist @ Christ Cathedral) and Kevin Cartwright (Curator for the Hazel Wright Organ). They talk about an evening for the ages that took place in late June inside Christ Cathedral. It was the official blessing of the restored Hazel Wright Organ. In fact, Pope Francis himself issued a special ‘Papal Blessing” in the form of a note to Bishop Kevin Vann. It was read aloud to all in the congregation that evening.

The balance of the show will feature some words and organ playing of one Josep Sole Coll. Josep is the Principal Organist of the Papal Basilica of St. Peter’s in the Vatican and Organist for Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff.

Enjoy and SHARE this amazing podcast!

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 7/9/22

EPISODE#256
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE BLESSING OF THE HAZEL WRIGHT ORGAN

Fr. Christopher Smith joins us in-studio for a discussion on the official blessing ceremony of the newly renovated Hazel Wright Organ inside Christ Cathedral. You’ll enjoy this wonderful conversation, with our own Rick Howick serving as host. We might even slip in some wonderful music from “Hazel” as well!

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Originally broadcast on 6/25/22

EPISODE #27
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: KEVIN CARTWRIGHT, CURATOR FOR THE HAZEL WRIGHT ORGAN

Episode No. 27: A visit with Kevin Cartwright, Curator for the Hazel Wright Organ

 

In this episode of Sounds from the Sanctuary, get to know Kevin Cartwright, the hardworking Curator for the famed Hazel Wright Organ. Mr. Cartwright, freshly out of breath from finishing tuning all 17,000+ pipes of Hazel, the 5th-largest organ in the world, tells us his story. He talks about his beginnings in Southern Alabama; and, working with the famed Manuel Rosales on some incredible organs. He currently oversees the day to day maintenance of Christ Cathedral’s world-famous instrument, along with other projects including preserving the historic Griffith Park Carousel in Los Angeles.

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 6/11/22

EPISODE#252
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A TIME OF TRANSITION AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL

Welcome to a very special “family edition” of the OC Catholic Radio Show with your host, Rick Howick. Fr. Christopher Smith has been the longtime Episcopal Vicar and Rector at Christ Cathedral Parish. On this podcast episode, Rick chats with Father about his upcoming transition to “Rector Emeritus.”

Always known for his unique and powerful homilies, today’s discussion will also touch on the many years of Father Christopher’s anointed teaching of homiletics to priests and deacons.

In the final segment of our podcast, we’ll offer a sneak preview of some of the upcoming events involving the legendary Hazel Wright Organ!

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 5/14/22

EPISODE #26
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: SPRING 2022 UPDATE ON THE HAZEL WRIGHT ORGAN

Episode No. 26: Spring 2022 Update on the Hazel Wright Organ

 

For this episode of Sounds from the Sanctuary, host David Ball shares snippets of a recent conversation he had with the host of the OC Catholic Radio Show, Rick Howick. The topic of conversation? What is happening with the Hazel Wright Organ within the walls of Christ Cathedral? Here in the Spring of 2022, it’s time for an update! Tune in, so you can be in the know!

 

 

Originally broadcast on 3/26/22

EPISODE#248
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: IT’S OFFICIAL – HAZEL IS BACK!

“Hazel” refers to the world famous Hazel Wright Organ inside the sanctuary of the Christ Cathedral, in Garden Grove, CA. On this very special one-of-a-kind edition of the OC Catholic radio show and podcast, host Rick Howick is delighted to welcome two very distinguished guests to our studio. First is Fred Swann, the longtime organist under Robert Schuller’s Crystal Cathedral Ministries and The Hour of Power TV show. We also welcome Kevin Cartwright, the president of Rosales Organ Builders in Los Angeles. Kevin and his team will play a key role in the care and maintenance of the newly refurbished Hazel Wright Organ.

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EPISODE#22
CATHEDRAL SQUARE: GUEST IS DR. JOHN ROMERI, DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL

On today’s program, Fr. Christopher is thrilled to welcome Dr. John Romeri to the show. You might recognize Dr. Romeri as being the host of his own show called Music from the Tower, which is heard each Saturday at 10:00 PM on Relevant Radio. Listen in as he shares about his remarkable history and background; and, the vision for music ministry going forward at Christ Cathedral. Tune in, and be inspired!

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 1/11/20