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Theatre Organs in San Francisco
By Paul Johnson

Damon Atchison asked about organs in the San Francisco Bay Area.  Having
lived in and near the Bay Area for a number of years, I can recommend a
few theatre organs.  You'll probably have to call the theatres to check
on any possible performances.

  Castro Theatre, San Francisco

It seemed they usually gave a concert prior to the movie at least on
Friday and Saturday nights.

  Stanford Theatre, Menlo Park (on the peninsula)

Recently restored with funds donated by David Packard (of Hewlett-Packard
Co. fame), this is a wonderful theatre.  Again, it seemed Friday and
Saturday were the nights to hear the organ.  They also usually have a
nice run of classic movies.

  Paramount Theatre, Oakland (East Bay, across the Bay Bridge)

One of the finest examples of Art Deco picture palaces.  Give them
a call regarding any possible concerts.

I'm probably missing some but these were the ones I had the privilege
to hear.

Paul Johnson
The Piano Roll Shop
pianoroll@compuserve.com


(Message sent Tue 22 Jul 1997, 15:53:01 GMT, from time zone GMT-0400.)

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