The Surprising Reason Baseball Games Feature Organ

The video explores the history of organs in baseball, starting with their introduction in theaters and sports arenas. It highlights the role of organs in enhancing the fan experience at baseball games, the history of the song 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game', and the decline and potential resurgence of organ use in modern baseball.

Why were organs considered impractical for baseball games initially?

• They were not popular among baseball fans.

• They required a lot of space and were sensitive to weather changes.

• They were too expensive to maintain.

• They were not loud enough for large crowds.

What was a key reason for the adoption of organs in sports arenas?

• They were a traditional choice for sports events.

• They were more popular than marching bands.

• They were more affordable than full orchestras.

• They were easier to transport.

Who was the first full-time organist in Major League Baseball?

• Gladys Gooding

• Nancy Faust

• John Philip Sousa

• Ray Nelson

What inspired the creation of 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game'?

• A baseball game attended by the lyricist

• An advertisement seen on the New York City Subway

• A popular baseball player of the time

• A request from a baseball team

What is the 7th inning stretch?

• A break for players to rest

• A time for fans to stretch and sing

• A tradition started by President Taft

• A moment for the national anthem

What led to the decline of organ music in baseball during the 1980s?

• A change in baseball rules

• The rise of recorded music

• A lack of skilled organists

• The high cost of maintaining organs

Which teams have recently hired organists, indicating a resurgence of the tradition?

• Yankees and Red Sox

• Marlins and Rangers

• Dodgers and Giants

• Cubs and Cardinals