Reviews & Comments

"Organists and Me, by the legendary impresario Phillip Truckenbrod, is a deeply personal, candid, and literate memoir that should be read by performers and by those who work in the arts." (Anthony Baglivi, Editor Emeritus, The American Organist)

"Phillip Truckenbrod has been a legend in the classical music industry, particularly managing the careers of some of the greatest organists as well as many other superb musicians. For anyone who loves classical music in general and the organ in particular, here is a fascinating behind the scenes look at how he did it for an amazing fifty years. Phil is a great storyteller, and he has a generous tale to tell, including choice anecdotes about everybody's favorite organists, including Virgil Fox and Christopher Houlihan. A delightful and witty memoir that gave me a case of nostalgia for those good old days." (Paul Bisaccia, American concert pianist, Provincetown MA)

"A perfect way for non-musicians to understand that world. The writing style and humor are great." (Scott Reynolds, Little Falls NJ)

"Stylistically appealing and truly enjoyable to read." (Matthew Phinney, San Francisco CA)

"I really enjoyed reading this book. the author's subtle wit and humor comes through easily." (Dr. Sidnie White Crawford, East Stroudsburg PA)

"This is a really clever and extremely well-written, in a sense autobiography, make for fascinating reading...This book is full of delightful stories...the chapters dealing with Virgil Fox and other greats such as Robert Glasgow and John Rose in creating the Louis Vierne Festival are sensitive and with much humor." (Dennis E. Ferrara, amazon Top Music Reviewer)

"I read your book last year and am finally writing to say I thoroughly enjoyed it. Life in the organ community is certainly filled with intrigue." (Ella Eagen, Saint Cloud FL)

"Your behind-the-scenes look into the heady and hard-boiled world of organ performances was a real-page turner. I can't tell you how much I enjoyed it." (Lance S. Gudmundson, Salt Lake City UT)