Why we LOVE the theatre pipe organ... "Mighty Mo" at Atlanta's Fox Theatre
The one-man band. A thrilling sound that sends chills down your spine. Mighty theatre organs are some of the most versatile musical instruments. Designed to accompany the silent films of the 1920s, they can effectively play a myriad of music styles. From Gershwin to Sousa and Stravinsky to the Beatles, there's almost nothing they can't tackle. And nothing is better for accompanying Charlie Chaplin, Laurel and Hardy, Harold Lloyd, or the other greats of silent cinema!
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These instruments were only made, with few exceptions, in the 1920s. Since that time, enthusiasts have flatly refused to let the theatre organ leave the limelight. George Wright sold millions of "HiFi" records in the 1950s that ignited a new generation of theatre organ fans, and the American Theatre Organ Society has nourished a continued commitment towards presenting great organists on great organs, hosting educational camps and programs, and offering a unique network of individuals passionate about the many aspects of the theatre organ: musical, technical, and more!
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The 3rd Annual Graham Jackson Memorial Scholarship Concert...
Join us on Sunday, April 27 at 3 p.m. as we present the 3rd Annual Graham Jackson Memorial Scholarship Concert with the Atlanta Fox Theatre's own Ken Double! Having traveled the world over performing on the mighty theatre organ, Ken is now heard more than 120 times a year on "Mighty Mo" at the Atlanta Fox. No organist out there can make the Grande Page organ "swing" like Ken can, and we're thrilled to feature him during this year's program.
Vocalist Daniel Mata, winner of the first Stars of Tomorrow competition, will join Ken on stage as well as the Stephenson High School Wind Ensemble under the direction of Mr. Quentin Goins - the 2023 Georgia Music Educator of the Year and our great partner and supporter of the Grande Page organ. We'll top the afternoon off by presenting our third Graham Jackson Memorial Scholarship to a deserving senior headed for higher music education. Advance tickets are only $15 and are available by clicking here; tickets at the door are $20, and students are always admitted free. Our 2025 calendar is full of great artists, exciting concerts, and memorable film presentations - check out our events page for more details. Ron Carter Accompanies The General...
Many call it Buster Keaton's finest hour - his 1926 comedic masterpiece The General will be featured at Marietta's Strand Theatre on Sunday, April 13 at 3 p.m. From the love and antics of Johnny Gray to the great crash scene at Rock River, Ron Carter vividly brings the film to life with his accompaniment on the Mighty Allen theatre organ. Click here for tickets and additional information.
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