Dan Miller (b. 1954) has been featured in concert and events for over 30 years. Each event is tailor-made to best suit the audience. Dan carefully crafts the concert program to make the program interesting and enjoyable. He has a reputation of leaving audiences thrilled at the music, emotionally impacted by the beauty of the organ with all its variety of colors and moods. Dan’s goal is to present the organ as "people-friendly," to include music the audience would enjoy. Another goal of Dan’s is to show as much of the organ’s tonal resources as possible. Dan’s typical church organ concert presentation of approximately 70 minutes could include a variety of music styles, such as:

Dan has appeared at large events and small, bringing the joy of organ music to the people far and wide. He has played organs grand and modest, delighting the audiences with enjoyable music. Notably, he has been the featured artist for concerts at:

In considering the scope of Dan Miller’s gifted career, one finds it embraces the entire gamut of musical artistry. He is internationally renowned as a pianist, organist, harpsichordist and keyboardist, and has a fascination with computer music technology. He has taught music, conducted choral groups and orchestras, led and facilitated worship in many different settings, and managed large concert productions and music conferences. He is also respected as an innovative leader in handbells. A professional member of ASCAP, Mr. Miller is well-known for his composing and arranging, and has several published works to his credit. He has been seen and heard live in concert and through recordings on radio, television, and the internet. He has been the featured solo organist with several symphony orchestras. He is a former Dean of the Ft. Lauderdale chapter of The American Guild of Organists, and currently serves the Portland chapter AGO as Membership Coordinator. Mr. Miller holds the distinguished position of Product Manager at Rodgers Instruments LLC, one of the world’s leading organ builders, in Hillsboro, Oregon.

A church organist since age fifteen, Dan Miller has served at several notable churches. At Calvary Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, he presided over the world’s thirteenth largest pipe organ; at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he served as assistant organist to Diane Bish. Currently Dan is the Organist for St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Beaverton, Oregon. He also serves many churches nationwide as Guest Organist for their worship services.

Mr. Miller holds a Church Music Diploma from Moody Bible Institute. He majored in organ performance at the American Conservatory of Music, holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Florida Atlantic University, and a Master of Music degree in Organ Performance from Winthrop University.

Mr. Miller has recorded 19 organ compact discs, of which some selections have been broadcast on National Public Radio’s "Pipedreams." His first CD, The Calvary Organ Dedication, was chosen as "The Organ CD to Die For" by Stereophile magazine in its February 1994 issue. He continues to enjoy his work with teams and committees as consultant and advisor in designing heroic grand organs of world-class significance and preeminence.

Dan and his wife live in Hillsboro, Oregon. They have two daughters.

For more information about Dan Miller, please visit his website: www.DanMillerMusic.com

". . . Miller’s finesse and technical virtuosity are truly amazing – he combines musical sensitivity with beautifully controlled flamboyance. From the straightforward voicing of Bach’s Toccata & Fugue in d to the very complex registrations in Reger’s Fantasy and Fugue on "How Brightly Shines the Morning Star," this recording will keep you spellbound throughout. A must buy for every audiophile, and for anyone who likes the sound of a large pipe organ. . ."

Stereophile, February 1994, "Records to Die For"

". . . unbelievably inspiring music . . ."

The Charlotte Observer

". . . considerable technical finesse . . . sensitive phrasing . . ."

Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel

". . .There is the added joy of having [the Calvary Grand Organ] presided over by one of the finest of the young organists of the generation. Dan Miller is not only vastly musical and superbly gifted, but he understands this magnificent new instrument and uses it to its fullest potential. I urge you to hear this unbeatable combination. . ."

The American Organist, April 1991

"When you listen to Dan Miller play the organ, you definitely feel like you’re in Heaven. The awesomeness of Dan’s music is only rivaled by the awesomeness of his career." 　

Beaverton Christian Church, October 2001

"Dan Miller on the Rodgers Organ was unbelievable!"

You don't even have to be a fan of organ music to be utterly amazed by Dan Miller. He is absolutely one of the best organists in the world. Dan hails from North Carolina originally and was director of music at the huge Calvary church in Pineville. He oversaw the installation of the Calvary church organ (13th largest in the world) and the sound of this instrument alone demonstrates Dan's capabilities. Dan now works for Rodgers Organs in Hillsboro, Oregon; he is responsible for the quality and sound of their products. If you've heard a Rodgers Organ lately, you'll know a genius is behind them! Dan played two concerts in the Toronto/Hamilton areas last year and if you weren't there, you missed the experience of a lifetime! Check out Dan's website at: www.danmillermusic.com and then buy the Calvary Organ Dedication CD. It's been described as the organ CD "to die for!"

The Sound of Rodgers – 900 Series Organs

The Sound of Rodgers – 500 Series Organs

Joyful - Tim Zimmerman and the King’s Brass

Tim Zimmerman and the King’s Brass - Christmas

Americana - Tim Zimmerman and the King’s Brass

Home For the Holidays - Charlotte Philharmonic Orchestra

MUSIC TO DIE FOR ...

     As the Organist and Minister of Music at Calvary Church, Dan had the privilege of being part of the design team for Calvary's new organ. This magnificent organ is the thirteenth largest playable organ in the world and is internationally renown as one of "the" organs in history. When asked, Dan admits that the Calvary Grand Organ is probably his favorite organ.
     In 1999, after 30 years in church service, God led Dan to his first full-time secular job as the Product Manager at Rodgers Instruments in Hillsboro, one of the world's leading organ builders.
With his previous experience as a Minister of Music, Dan knows first-hand what's needed to put together a worship service; and he knows how flexible organs must be to accommodate today's trends in contemporary worship while maintaining traditional appeal. To that end, Dan is involved in almost every aspect of organ manufacturing - from design and development to product testing and evaluation. His eyes light up when he talks about the cutting-edge sound technology employed by Rodgers Instruments, and he gets a dreamy look on his face when he visualizes the "perfect" organ of the future.
     But just because Dan now has a secular job doesn't mean that his ministry has ended. To the contrary - Dan believes that his work at Rodgers is an expansion of that ministry.
Like the Calvary Grand Organ, Dan is internationally renowned - as a musical artist, teacher, conductor, composer and arranger. So far in 2001, Dan has performed in over 20 concerts and has conducted a dozen workshops for organists, designed to make their ministries more effective. He's been part of worship services across the country and across the sea. He's been the featured organist at symphonies, ensembles, celebrations and events. He's been seen and heard live, and through recordings, television and the Internet. He's played at the Mormon Tabernacle and the Crystal Cathedral. He's even performed with the Muppets! Dan's first CD, The Calvary Organ Dedication, was chosen as "The Organ CD to Die For" by Stereophile magazine in its February 1994 issue. Dan's 11th CD, "Rejoice," was released this year.
It would be wonderful if that perfect organ of the future was evolved enough that anyone could sit down and bring forth angelic tones; but until that day happens, it's nice to know that God has blessed us all with the gifts of Dan Miller.