Organist and composer Chet Smith is finishing up the final pages of a new book called Digital Progress. Digital Progress is a comprehensive fully illustrated guide to the fascinating world of electronic organs. The book tells the story of an instrument that created an industry, and a unique way of expressing music. Part historical, reference and educational, Digital Progress reveals the beginning of the pedalboard, combination pistons, add-on rhythm units and the transference of the electronic organs into high-tech instruments with the introduction of digital technology. Discover how the electronic organ business went from dominating retail sales to struggling for a profit. Filled with photos, the book also features interviews with artists, engineers and people who contribute to the interesting world of electronic organs.

© Chester E. Smith, 2003