Member Chalkboard & Other News
A Colleague – by Chris Urban
I had the pleasure of working with Lee for seven years at First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights, where I currently serve as Associate Director of Music and Organist. Lee was a very supportive colleague and mentor to me as a young church musician. He shared...
A Mentor – by Michael Gagne
Over the last few days, I have been recalling wonderful memories of my very dear friend, and former mentor, Mr. Leon Nelson. I had the wonderful and distinct honor to have studied the organ with Lee during my time at North Park University in Chicago on the 3 manual...
A Tribute to Lee – A Mentor, Colleague and Friend
Leon “Lee” S. Nelson October 1, 1942 - March 20, 2022 Leon Nelson passed away on March 20, 2022. Born October 1, 1942 in Baudette, Minnesota, he moved to Chicago as a college student. He is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Trinity College, Deerfield,...
Organic Diversions
Enjoy some 'Churchy Humor"... Submitted by Royce Eckhardt
Member’s Chalkboard | March 2022
EVENSONG Sunday, March 6, at 4:00pmSt. Giles Episcopal Church, Northbrook Choir: Magnificat & Nunc dimittis in the Dorian Mode (Thomas Tallis)Phos hilaron (Tabes Bridges)Anthem: All wisdom cometh from the Lord (Philip Moore) Congregation: Hymn 43: All praise...
Organic Diversions | February 2022
Submitted by Royce Eckhardt
Members Chalkboard | February 2022
The NSAGO Nominating Committee is completing the slate of candidates for the coming year. If you have a suggestion of someone (perhaps yourself) who would be interested in serving, please reach out to Lee Nelson (Leeathomevh@aol.com) or Rich Spantikow...
Of Special Note…
We are deeply saddened to hear this news from Morgan Simmons. Dear family and friends, It saddens me to tell you that my dear Mary came to the end of a long battle with serious health issues just before noon today. There will be a service of remembrance at...
Organic Diversions | January 2022
Submitted by Royce Eckhardt
Members Chalkboard | January 2022
Please send me your ideas, musical recordings and upcoming recitals you would like us to know about. Email me at: agonorthshore@gmail.com Kawai RX2 Piano for Adoption Pam Smith writes, "I'm a widow whose husband had a passion for music, but never went pro. I...