The traditional Pipe Organ Encounter…

Is a 4-5 day event organized by a local AGO chapter under the sponsorship of the national organization. It introduces participants to the world of the pipe organ.
Is a national program sponsored by the American Guild of Organists. Participants are admitted to POEs on a first-come, first-served basis, regardless of attendance at prior POEs, and regardless of state or country of residence, as long as they meet the following eligibility guidelines: Participants should be aged 13-18, be interested in the pipe organ, and have piano or organ proficiency ranging from intermediate to advanced.
Provides an opportunity for participants to have individual and group instruction in the basic rudiments of pipe organ technique and service playing.
Provides a general overview of organ literature, history, pipe organ construction and design, improvisation and other related topics.
Provides an opportunity for participation in ecumenical worship, so as to experience the role of the sacred musician.
Most of all, provides a unique opportunity for participants to meet and interact with peers who have similar interests.

Provided from the American Guild of Organists webpage — click here for more information.