The Church Studio ‘Sanctuary of Sound’ Famed Musical Story

The Church Studio is more than just a recording venue and one-time place of worship. A now historic landmark, the building was once owned by famed musician Leon Russell and became home for the "Tulsa Sound".

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Carol Ruth Weber

11/10/20251 min read

The Church Studio
The Church Studio

Russell eventually sold the building, and in 2017 Teresa Knox obtained it. The philanthropist recognized the significance of The Church Studio and restored the structure. She then established it as a non-profit music venue and museum. It was also in 2017 that the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of its significance to the American musical landscape.

Fast forward to 2025, Knox, as educator and historic preservationist, is releasing her exciting book, “Sanctuary of Sound” — The Church Studio Story (HK Publishing). The tome brings readers on an immersive journey through the remarkable legacy of one of America’s most storied musical landmarks.

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