Robert Plimpton has served as Resident Organist of the First United Methodist Church of San Diego since August 2004. From 1984-2000, he served as San Diego Civic Organist, playing weekly recitals on the famed Spreckels Organ in Balboa Park. Bob was influential in founding the Spreckels Organ Society, which helped expand the use and appreciation of this city treasure. In recognition of his contribution to the community, San Diego City Council named Bob “Civic Organist Emeritus” in 2001.