Brian “Maestro” Anderson, the official organist of the Philadelphia Phillies, helps the team create an unforgettable atmosphere during games at Citizens Bank Park, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Sean Rainey, the Phillies’ director of video production, first contacted Anderson to record a Dr. Dre song on his organ. That song turned out great and the team wanted more. They wanted him to perform songs from other popular singers, including Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift, and the Backstreet Boys.
“We were like, ‘We have something now. We’re cooking,’” said Dee Kelchner, Phillis’ manager of PhanaVision operations. “It just adds something a little different than your traditional organ music.”
Anderson records the songs at his Phoenixville home when he is not touring with his band, Boathouse Row. He has so far provided the team with over 400 songs. His keyboard is part of the ballpark’s new sound.
“We already have one of the best parks in the country,” said Anderson. “If I can just help add to that texture and get the crowd into it a little bit more. Our crowd doesn’t really need much help, but if I can add any texture, that’s my goal.”
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