Wizard of Oz Medley - Dave Wickerham at the Balboa Theater

[@daviddiffenderfer3836]

Dave is a friend and he played for my wife's Celebration of Life at Blackwood in 2022

[@adrianmlridgewayarcmlramll1965]

Absolutely totally and utterly fantastic - what a musician and what an instrument - we have to get these incredible organs back where they belong, in magnificent theatres!!!!

[@TheAmpico]

It's quite the instrument. I was fortunate enough to go up with one of the head technicians, Russ Peck, and tour the chambers. The organ is well maintained and cared for. Dave is certainly an exceptional organist. He and the other convention artists certainly put the organ through its paces that week.

[@adrianmlridgewayarcmlramll1965]

@@TheAmpico Thanks so much for the reply! So good to know that the organ is being properly and well cared for, praise Jesus for this and all who strive to keep her spotless, I’m a tuner by profession so know what’s involved with all those theatre reeds! But boy, what an incredible sound, like none other except the Paramount Wurlitzers maybe, what a testament to the organ’s original voicers. FAB and so thrilling! Yup Dave is such a talent, quite remarkable really, exquisite harmonic work!!!!! Very best to you always, Adrian in Bermuda!!! 😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️

[@musicisitall]

A real artistic talent. one out ofa thousand. He nows how registrate the organ, using the swell.. and the sound is always in balance......... very warm sound..................

[@TheAmpico]

I couldn't agree more. Dave is one of the very finest theatre organists I have ever heard. The artistry in his playing is unlike any other.

[@rexnewcombe8337]

He is one of the best Organist I've ever heard, and would like to meet him some time.

[@ECsponger2]

What a beautiful console, not to mention the full sound! My 1st time attending a theatre organ concert 2 weeks ago and got to meet him in person!

[@TheAmpico]

I'm sure it was an incredible experience for you! Dave is a great guy and a wonderful musician.

[@musicisitall]

This is one of the most beautiful sounding theatre organ I have ever heard. Totally in balance between highs and lows, mids... Nothing is to much. All stops are well balanced. It's magnificent ,this instruments. the tremulants are amazing.

[@dougs6666]

Not only is Dave Wickerham one of the finest organists in the world (disclaimer: I haven’t heard all the worlds organists, but I’ve heard and seen a lot), he is a true gentleman. One of the nicest guys I’ve ever met.

[@TheAmpico]

He's awesome in so many ways. The theater organ community is very fortunate to have him.

[@rshafter4607]

world class organist on a world class organ, it doesn't get much better!

[@TheAmpico]

Dave has quite the talent and a master if showmanship to boot!

[@ZestyLemonBoi]

Brilliant!

[@TheAmpico]

Thanks for watching!

[@poplarboydavid]

Very lovely! Brought a smile to my face!

[@timwilborn4461]

You bring a smile to my face and a joy to my heart. I heard you at. ATOS Wonderful. Hope to hear you again soon. Tim Wilborn,. AUSTIN

[@TheAmpico]

What a kind comment! I am actually not Dave, I just upload these videos to my KZbin channel, but I'm sure Dave would be very appreciative of your words. He is such a talented man.

[@johnhodgdon3767]

Robert Morton "wonder" organ from Loews Valencia theatre ,Queens, NY Dave is just the best!

[@TheAmpico]

Exactly right on both parts! I couldn't agree more about Dave's playing.

[@daviddiffenderfer3836]

It has been a long time since I was at this organ.

[@daviddiffenderfer3836]

I first heard Dave on this organ years ago!

[@TheAmpico]

It's an incredible instrument! Dave certainly brings out some of its best voices.

[@daviddiffenderfer3836]

WILL SEE YOU AT FOXBURG IN DECEMBER OF 2023.

[@cinema104]

Why no information on the organ.

[@TheAmpico]

I don't know exactly what information you are looking for, but the organ is well documented. A simple google search should yield whatever you are looking for.

[@jorgeandrade20]

How do I get my antsy little hands on this score???

[@TheAmpico]

I would be willing to bet there is no score. Most of theater organ is simply organists' choice on the spot. They have to have very strong ears for improvisation and be able to carry a melody well. You might try reaching out to Dave, but as I said, I doubt there is a score.

[@jorgeandrade20]

@@TheAmpico That would be too bad for me..