Organist, Choral Conductor,
Church Musician
"...the playing was transporting."
Patty Thom
Chair Emerita of Voice and Opera
Boston Conservatory at Berklee
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Dr. Nathan Whittaker
Artistic Director
Gallery Concerts, Seattle
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"He pursues music at the highest level not merely because he can, but because he understands why beauty and meaning matter."
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"Dr. Michael Plagerman deserves high praise on two fronts: Music administrator and concert organist. As Director of Sacred Music at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Seattle since 2022, he spearheaded and oversaw—and participated in—the installation of the church’s first pipe organ. With its excellent acoustics, the church had been missing its true voice since it was dedicated in 1925. As an organist, he excels in his ability to meet each different organ on its own terms and perform music of various styles on it with the highest level of artistry."
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David Chamberlin
Tonal Director and Vice President
Bigelow and Company Organ Builders
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"It was a privilege to work with Michael on my oratorio Jesus Stood on the Shore. From his conception of the piece to his running of rehearsals and leading the performance he showed not only his expertise in producing the concert and his handling of all the forces and other repertoire, but most importantly, his team-focused approach benefitted every facet within the church, its leadership, musicians, volunteers, supporters, and audience. The music glowed under his directing, and the entire community was uplifted. I'm grateful to have been a part of it!"
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Kile Smith
Three-time Grammy Award-nominated Composer
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