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I enjoyed reading [“Out and About” issue 9.24] and appreciate your appreciation of Chris and the kindness and friendship you and so many others shared with him.

Thank you for expressing so eloquently what all of us who know and love Chris feel.

Chris' brother,
Jim Price

As the primary donors of the West Hollywood Organ Pavilion we wish to express our appreciation for the extraordinary public interest in the project as seen in the media and the many individual supporting comments.

This facility was given to the citizens and friends of West Hollywood as a celebration of this unique city. We pledged that every aspect of the project would carry that same spirit. For this, we spared no effort. Every possible issue was addressed together with the city’s input, and all current and future costs were covered. The facility would therefore be self-sufficient and require minimal city resources and attention.

We are very saddened that our gift and conscientious efforts were misrepresented and dismissed [“Out and About” issue 9.25].

We wish to publicly thank the many citizens, organizations, businesses, friends of the city and arts patrons worldwide who came together for this project. They envisioned public murals, choral groups, school outings, art displays, piano festivals, film exhibitions, cabaret showcases, holiday concerts, tourist visits, arts conventions, world-renowned performers and the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ for all to enjoy here.

Donors of the West Hollywood Organ Pavilion for the Fine Arts

I have taken acception to [“Out and About” issue 9.25], with a chuckle of course. In regard to "organs," I have the honor of stating unequivocally, that my family's organ is the largest in the world. That's right! The John Wanamaker Organ located in the former flagship John Wanamaker department store (now Macy's) in Philadelphia is the largest pipe organ. My great grandfather had it built to entertain shoppers and guests, and to this day is still played daily. FYI. An organ such as that would cost upwards of $50 million. Laughing ... this $2 million dollar organ would at most play well in someone's living room.

David L. Wanamaker