Duke Origins | John Santoianni

Between Duke Chapel, the divinity school, and the university’s music department Duke is home to 8 harpsichords and 12 organs. This is the story of the man who keeps these world class instruments in pitch perfect condition.
Organs in the Chapel:
Benjamin N. Duke Memorial Organ (Flentrop)
Kathleen Upton Byrns McClendon Organ (Aeolian)
Brombaugh Organ
Continuo Organ
They are played regularly in worship services, ceremonies, and concerts by University Organist Robert Parkins and Chapel Organist Christopher Jacobson, as well as organ scholars, visiting organists, and others.
Organs pictured in this video:
Benjamin N. Duke Memorial Organ (Flentrop)
Kathleen Upton Byrns McClendon Organ (Aeolian)
To learn more about upcoming worship services and performances visit chapel.duke.edu/events/list/week

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What a fantastic story revealing the incredibly interesting and intricate role that John plays in Duke's operations.

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What a wonderful video. Duke is a great educational institution principally because its senior staff personnel are so expert and dedicated.

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This is incredible. Wish we could see more!

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So interesting. Nicely done!

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So interesting. Nicely done!