On the Sunday before Christmas, a friend invited me to church in Llano, Texas. Music poured from a classic Allen electronic organ, the go-to of small congregations everywhere. Unexpectedly tasty registration, flawless playing—how did this tiny town come by such a good organist? But the bench was empty. Invisible hands finished the intro and the congregation sang.
… is a pianist, conductor, writer, and recovering opera coach. She teaches at Baylor University. More by Kathleen Kelly

