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Help us make it rightThe Spreckels Organ and San Diego Civic Organist, Dr. Carol Williams. This organ with 4,518 pipes, was a gift from the Spreckels brothers to the city of San Diego on January 1, 1914. Come visit for a free concert every Sunday at 2pm and afterwards you are invited inside the building to view the pipe chambers and historic photo gallery.
Presented to the citizens of San Diego in 1914 by brothers John D. and Adolph Spreckels, the ornate, curved pavilion houses a magnificent organ with 4,518 individual pipes. They range in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet, making it one of the largest outdoor organs in the world. Visitors can enjoy free hour-long concerts on Sundays at 2pm, given by civic organist Carol Williams; free...
I believe this was installed during the expo of the early 20th century. In any event the free concerts are great, the organ has a decent sound, and its a decent gathering space. I think its a bit underutilized and could host more events when the organ is closed up which is most of the time.
Always a must at Christmastime - do the drive through Balboa Park to see the lights and hear the music. Love the drive.
Located in Balboa Park, it is a nice place to stroll through and admire the architecture. During the summer, they offer free concerts on Sundays. There is plenty of seating for everyone. It is fun to sit and listen and people watch.
What a fabulous evening with Dennis James. As always, he brings wonderful organ music, both in his introductory playing and his amazing accompaniment to a silent film, this years being "The Eagle" with Rudolf Valentino. Dennis' opening segment was absolutely hilarious and obviously the audience all agreed. Dennis also treats us to a different unique instrument each year, and this...
Have'nt heard an organist in almost ten years it was nice to enjoy a concert really early, on a monday morning for Free! Just seat and hold hands with your beloved one.
Organ PavilionDesigned by San Diego architect Harrison Albright, Balboa Park's 2,400-seat Organ Pavilion features a massive pipe organ and an elevated stage beneath an ornately detailed arch, with arms -- "a Corinthian peristyle effect," according to one historian -- that curve out on both sides to embrace the outdoor audience. In addition to year-round concerts at 2 p.m. each Sunday, the...
During your visit to Balboa Park, do not miss this gigantic, world-class musical instrument. Believed to be the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world, this impressive structure was built in 1915 by sugar magnates John D. and Adolph B. Spreckels. Year around, as many as 2,000 people can sit and hear the Sunday afternoon concerts. At other times, local musical talent is displayed. Check website...
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