Monogrammed Brick Stories
Brick: Ricker, Herbert
Contributed by W B Clark
Herbert Goff Ricker (1903-1967) was a native of Chickasha whose immense musical talent manifested itself early. He was accepted as a protege by the celebrated pianist John Powell and attended the University of Richmond. After graduation, he studied in Europe, concertized briefly, and ultimately settled in Oklahoma City, where he was a major figure in the cultural life of the community, gaining national prominence as a teacher and continuing his studies in Chicago and California, where he was a valued pupil of Egon Petri, one of the most celebrated pianists of the century. Ricker was also a composer, and his SONATINE is perhaps his finest work. Many generations of his former students arise and call him blessed.
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In 2012 the Oklahoma Historical Society invited those who purchased one of the monogrammed bricks paving the Red River Journey at the Oklahoma History Center to share about the person or group their brick honors. Below is a list of those who submitted stories and the message shown on their brick. Use the links below to read the contributed story.
This project was made possible by a generous donation from Catherine B. Wootten.
