NM421 Archives

Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame Featuring

David Bohn with Organ

Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame proudly presents four exceptional organ sets performed by David Bohn. Originally part of a call for the Organ Historical Society 2025 National Convention, fifteen works were selected for the OHS performance, while forty-five additional one-minute works were chosen to create three new FMOF sets, providing expanded performance opportunities and promoting living composers from around the globe. These works highlight the creativity, diversity, and innovation that define contemporary organ music today.

David Bohn

David Bohn has been a steadfast and prolific presence in the Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame project, contributing as both a composer and a performer for many years. His work has been selected for numerous FMOF sets, reflecting his consistent creativity and versatility in writing for a wide array of instruments and ensembles. In addition to having his compositions frequently featured, David has also performed in many sets, bringing the music of his fellow composers to life through his skillful artistry on instruments ranging from organ to melodica to toy piano. His deep commitment to the FMOF community highlights his integral role in supporting and advancing contemporary music through one-minute compositions and beyond.

Over the years, David Bohn has collaborated with a remarkable roster of performers and composers, including Erik Branch, Douglas DaSilva, Juan María Solare, Anna Vriend, Blair Whittington, and many others. His compositions have appeared in diverse sets with performers such as David Bohn on organ, melodica, and toy piano; Lisa Bost-Sandberg; Thomas Piercy; Andrew White; Yumi Suehiro; and ensembles like Dániel Váczi and the Glissotar, CAMP, and the West Point Band. Each set reflects a unique curation of contemporary voices, and David’s work frequently resonates within these collections, bridging diverse musical approaches and instrumentation.

David Bohn’s contributions embody the spirit of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame: concise, inventive, and deeply collaborative. His music continues to enrich the project, offering audiences a glimpse into the breadth of modern compositional thought while nurturing the community of performers and composers who bring these minute-long works to life.

Steere Set

This set, performed by David Bohn on the historic Steere and Son organ at Luther Memorial Church, presents a curated selection of one-minute compositions from Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame.

It will be performed alongside Set Two at Luther Memorial Church, Madison, WI, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 PM.

The set includes works by David Bohn, Nantenaina Andriamorasata, Karina Baras, Karl Henning, Satoru Ikeda, Aaron Krister Johnson, Tobias Naumann, Federico Pozzer, Pablo A. Rago, Justin Rubin, Rudesindo Soutelo, Neil Stipp, Karel Suchy, Jason A. Taurins, and Jaz Thomasian.

Each piece explores a distinct sonic world, highlighting the creativity and diversity of contemporary composers in miniature form.

Fisk Set

Also premiering at Luther Memorial Church on January 28, 2026, Set Two highlights another fifteen one-minute works drawn from the same FMOF call.

For the Fisk Set, David Bohn performs on the renowned C. B. Fisk organ, bringing to life an eclectic group of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame compositions. This program demonstrates the versatility of the Fisk organ while showcasing inventive one-minute works that engage listeners in unexpected and captivating ways.

Composers featured in this set include Erik Branch, Scott Brickman, Ross James Carey, Michael Coleman, Rey Edward Concepcion, Monroe Golden, Stanley M. Hoffman, Ralph Lewis, Alex/Alchemist, Sebastian Ernesto Pafundo, Akmal Parwez, Darth Presley, Edward Ruchalski, Juan María Solare, and Willyn Whiting.

This set emphasizes inventive approaches to harmony, rhythm, and organ timbre, exploring techniques ranging from minimalist textures to narrative-driven musical sketches. It complements Set One by continuing the celebration of composers’ diverse stylistic approaches within one-minute formats.

Final Fourth selection - Port Washington Set

This set explores a spectrum of inspirations and techniques, from playful, narrative-driven pieces to highly expressive, meditative works, each crafted to engage listeners in a concentrated one-minute musical experience.

Organ Historical Society Set (“OHS Convention Mix”)

The “OHS Convention Mix” consists of fifteen one-minute organ works originally selected for the 2025 Organ Historical Society National Convention, premiered on August 8, 2025, at Ozaukee Congregational Church in Grafton, Wisconsin. This set was recorded at the premiere and will be featured on the Composer’s Voice television series in early 2026 on Manhattan Neighborhood Network. Composers in this set include Andreja Andric, Paul Ayres, Paul Burnell, Daniel E. Cocchetti, Carlotta Ferrari, John Furse, Kirsten Johnson, Tamsin Jones, Michael Todd Kovell, Vinícius Nascimento, Josh Schmidt, Soheil Shirangi, David Jason Snow, Tim Tricker, and Jean-Pierre Vial.

The OHS set is a carefully curated collection that blends historical inspiration with contemporary creativity. Each one-minute work highlights the versatility of the organ and the imagination of its composers, making it a compelling listening experience for both traditional and modern audiences.