Passing the Baton This is the final Overtones newsletter of my 2-year term as Dean. I want to thank all of the board members who I’ve served with for their time, dedication, and energy in support of organ music here on the North Shore. I especially want to thank...
April 24 Banquet & Concert
On Friday, April 24 we gathered for our annual banquet at Francesca’s in Northbrook. We enjoyed a delicious meal and had time to connect with each other throughout the evening. Results of the recent NSAGO election were announced, outgoing board members were thanked...
Board Election Results
Thank you to Jay Peterson who chaired our Nominations Committee along with Judy Kohl. 40 members voted in the election and unanimously approved our slate of candidates. Congratulations to all of our incoming board members and thank you for being leaders in our...
Nominations Update
Thank you to Jay Peterson who chaired our Nominations Committee along with Judy Kohl. After reaching out to many of our members, we have a slate of candidates to fill the open positions on our board: Dean Richard ClemmittSecretary Bridget de la...
Dean’s Column | March 2026
A Christmas Carol February 28, 2026 marked one year since the passing of long-time member and former NSAGO Dean Morgan Simmons. I hope that many of you are already acquainted with his “Prelude on Christmas Carol” published by MorningStar...
Event Review: February 2026 Members’ Recital
Thank you to everyone who attended our members’ recital on February 1. Due to a maintenance issue at MIC we had to switch gears and we gathered at First United Methodist in Evanston instead. Thanks to our Sub-Dean Marianne Kim for coordinating and to our performers:...





