During my walk I passed a great old building that is the Atlantic City Convention Center. Several upcoming concerts were advertised. Then I noticed the sign for a daily free pipe organ concert at noon. This isn't just any organ, it's the largest pipe organ in the world. I figured for free I couldn't pass this up and I'm glad I didn't. The organ is in Boardwalk Hall, where Miss America is crowned each year. About 30 people showed up for the concert, which also included a tour of the organ repair shop, the pipe chamber and the console.
The young man with a master's degree in music gave a 30-minute concert and then talked to us and answered questions about playing this great instrument. Here's a sample of the power of big pipes. Turn your speakers up if you're at home, down if at work.
After the concert it was raining again. Since laundry machines are across the hall from my room, I did that while waiting for the next soccer game at 4.
I had already scouted out a nice cafe down the boardwalk where I knew soccer could be watched. While on my way there, however, just a few doors from my hotel I heard the unmistakable sound of British sports announcers. I checked it out and found a seat right in front of a big screen with the sound turned up. That's where I had dinner while watching my team lose in a shoot out.
Tomorrow I must leave to begin my return trip, but I do have a few more surprises in store. Hint: my return route begins in Richmond, VA, but it'll take me three days to reach that starting point. God bless, be safe, and thanks for reading.
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