The annual Presidents' Day Organ Festival is presented by the Los Angeles chapter of the American Guild or Organists. Each year the Festival features performances on several organs in a specific neighborhood in the Los Angeles region. All performances and free and open to the public.
The first Presidents' Day Organ Festival in 2008 was the inspiration of Dr. Orpha Ochse and Manuel Rosales, and featured four organs in Claremont, CA, with performances by Dr. Carey Robertson and Dr. William Peterson. Since then the event has grown to include three or four organs with six to eight performers each year.
For 2026, we are delighted to partner with the Ventura Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, celebrating the shared artistry and dedication of our musical communities. We eagerly anticipate future opportunities for meaningful collaboration and the continued enrichment of our concert offerings through this valued partnership.
Festival Committee
Philip Hoch, Coordinator
Sean O'Neal, Advisor
Ty Woodward, Advisor
AGO Los Angeles Chapter Executive Committee
Sean O'Neal, Dean
Philip Hoch, Sub-Dean
Karla Devine, Secretary
Douglas Herbst, Treasurer
Douglas Leightenheimer
Mark Husey
Zach Neufeld
Joseph Simms
Mike Wilson
Michelle Kardos
Russ Litchfield
Haesung Park
Tyler Zimmerman