The American Guild of Organists (AGO) has digitised the complete archive of its flagship title, The American Organist, for the first time. Access to the fully searchable digital edition, which stretches back to 1967 and comprises over 670 issues, is available to individuals and institutions across web, iOS and Android devices via subscription and to AGO’s membership through their website.

Published monthly as the official journal of the AGO and the Associated Pipe Organ Builders of America, The American Organist is the most widely read journal devoted to organ and choral music in the world. Each issue includes feature articles on organs old and new, composers beloved and unfamiliar, in-depth musical analysis, performance practice and historical curiosities. 

The Exact Editions platform boasts an advanced search function that allows readers to pinpoint keywords in individual issues, years, decades or the archive. Libraries can subscribe for IP-authenticated access for their patrons both on site and remotely, whilst AGO members can access the archive directly through their login on the Guild’s website.

Individual subscriptions are available here.
Institutional subscriptions are available here.

James E. Thomashower, Executive Director of the AGO, said: “Digitising the complete archive of The American Organist marks an exciting milestone for the Guild and for everyone engaged in or studying the rich history of organ and choral music. The fully searchable format of the archive invites exploration, research, and discovery from members, enthusiasts, students and academics alike.”

About Exact Editions:

Exact Editions is the premium magazine platform for readers, libraries, and publishers. The company specialises in creating and selling fully searchable access to archival and ongoing digital editions, across web, iOS and Android platforms. Publisher clients include The Times Literary Supplement, DAZED, and The Spectator.

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