...was present at the E P Biggs inaugural..actually sat by him with my organ teacher Wm Pulliam...still playing given such experiences...
@saintmarksseattle Жыл бұрын
Wow, Mr Wojtowick, that's great! Canon Kleinschmidt partially recreated those Biggs recitals for the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the instrument, in 2015. Please reach out to the him directly if you have any historical materials or memories from that time which you would be willing to share -- you can find his contact info on the cathedral webpage, saintmarks.org
@WouterTukker Жыл бұрын
P.S.: if you wish to hear how a grand organ known to and played by Bach might have sounded, come to Europe and visit, play or hear: (1) the Arp Schnitger Organ of St. Jacobi in Hamburg; (2) the Zacharias Hildebrandt Organ of the St. Wenceslas Organ in Naumburg (recently restored and recorded with the complete Art of Fugue on Aeolus); (3) the Gottfried Silbermann Organ of the Dome in Freiberg, perhaps the most precious example of originally preserved baroque organ building (BTW, Bach tested the Hildebrandt Organ in Naumburg together with Silbermann of which testimony is preserved in Bach´s own hand-writing: he was full of praise on this exceptional instrument, with a.o. the most impressive 32-foot "Kontraposaune" I ever heard in a baroque organ ...)
@salvatorecollura26922 ай бұрын
Such a wonderful comment but I don’t understand why it’s on this video. A complete non-sequitur.
@WouterTukker2 ай бұрын
@@salvatorecollura2692 You are absolutely right, it was meant as an extension to my previous comment right here below and is confusing as a stand-alone item, so I moved it there: sorry and I hope that sets things straight again ...
@railgap Жыл бұрын
I've seen a few organ demos, but Michael's near-giggling enthusiasm for this instrument and organs in general is wonderfully infectious. What a delight to watch, and this instrument is a beauty.
@railgap Жыл бұрын
Also, having watched one or two recitals and listened to a few organists, Michael has a refreshingly compleat comprehension and mastery of the instrument.
@saintmarksseattle Жыл бұрын
@@railgap Thank you so much for your kind words! Please pay the organ a visit whenever you are in Seattle.
@Gg-jq7ht12 күн бұрын
This Dutch instrument is a crown jewel in American music. I believe it is curated and maintained by Paul Fritts, America's finest organ builder. Thanks a million for this outstanding demonstration.
@saintmarksseattle15 сағат бұрын
Thank you for watching! Yes, Paul Fritts & Co. have maintained the instrument since 1991, and were responsible for the various subsequent alterations and additions to its original design.
@rifelaw4 жыл бұрын
That 32' actually makes my desk vibrate with just a laptop.
@bjohnmasters5 жыл бұрын
"A very sturdy hymn." I loved that. The organist at my home church when I grew up would refer to those as "pipe cleaners."
@hankkingsley29765 жыл бұрын
I always appreciate somebody who knows exactly what they're doing
@hopelessnerd66775 жыл бұрын
Awesome instrument! Imagine going to church 400 years ago and hearing something like that for the first time.
@joyfulyes Жыл бұрын
Yes, they are so awe inspiring. I came to this channel via the channel of a little 12 year old boy who's a budding organist and he says he "adores" the music. It just gets hold of some of us and never lets go.
@MrRexquando5 жыл бұрын
The astronauts at NASA have button envy. So amazing! Thank you for sharing this work of art.
@andrewhicks83405 жыл бұрын
Michael, this is terrific! What a fine demonstration of this instrument. You communicate some of the joy that is part of being an Organist and which is so hard to explain to people. Greetings and all good wishes from Iowa: some of our choristers who sang with you at RSCM courses still ask about you. I will tell them "Watch this video."
@no1Liikeglenn5 жыл бұрын
4:11 ''right now the gallery is shaking a bit'' Just then my shelves where wandering around my flat. never before have a Church organ on youtube made my shelves vibrate around.
@no1Liikeglenn4 жыл бұрын
I have @ Dual ''beast'' subwoofer system @ 1000rms watt. It' goes down to 35 hz. but when C−1 or C−2 is played I can still clearly feel it :) Thx for the best organ video on you tube. It has all the hallmarks of a great video!
@BATTIS945 жыл бұрын
It's a joy to hear an explanation from a person who clearly loves the instrument.
@georgemurphy25794 жыл бұрын
And, is well intormed! Michael had a tremendous reputation when in New York at At. Thomas' Church.
@obgraham932 жыл бұрын
Well I was sitting in St Mark's this past week at the AGO convention. I noticed how many bulbs were out on the chandeliers. I figured they just were cutting costs! Now I know -- the organ pops 'em!
@renatestammler65903 жыл бұрын
Organ wundervoll, nice to hear about Hauptwerk Rückpositiv, it is normal for me, because i am from Germany, and also play the Organ. But not with four manuals, and not with Rückpositiv and also Not with 32'Fuß, nice to hear about🙂
Two highlights of my life: pulling stops on this gorgeous instrument for my friend Roger Sherman and then years later getting a personal tour of the Flentrop shop in Zaandam by their outstanding technical director. And what did I pass in one of the hallways? A photo of this beauty (they're very proud of her, one of the largest they ever built). She seems to sound better and better every time I hear her.
@davidwilliams4865 Жыл бұрын
Awesome, and greetings from St. Philip's Episcopal Church, Circleville, Ohio founded in 1817 and still blessed by God.
@saintmarksseattle11 ай бұрын
Thank you, David!
@JCF0723445 жыл бұрын
With a group of organ students I visited the Flentrop shortly after it was installed over 50 years ago. This organ has certainly stood the test of time and resounds in its marvelous acoustic. Thanks for triggering a memory.
@MrRichulan5 жыл бұрын
What a surprise: a Dutch Flentrop Organ in the USA. I visited several churches here in the Netherlands with my late father, who was an organist for 45 years.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
Rene, you are welcome to come visit us in Seattle anytime! Although the instrument is today rather different than the one Flentrop designed in 1965, it remains one of the grandest instruments the firm ever built.
@kansasthunderman15 жыл бұрын
E. Power Biggs performed many recordings on the Flentrop organ of Busch Reisenger Museum at Harvard University. It's a small tracker organ that serves as an introduction to the Baroque Era organ building and classic voicing.
@TheHappyCooker685 жыл бұрын
@@kansasthunderman1 The Flentrop there was built in 1958. The Busch Reisinger Museum (now Adolphus Busch Hall) has similar acoustics to the Thomaskirche in Leipzig, where Bach served many years as cantor.
@DavidBrowningBYD5 жыл бұрын
I studied church music as a pianist and chorister for many, many years, and have been associated with many organists. This is the first time I have understood some of the concepts you explain here.
@georgemurphy25794 жыл бұрын
Very well explained. I learned a few things myself today. Organ is stupendous and the acoustics are divine!!! Thanks, Micheal!!
@gbosey14495 жыл бұрын
I remember back in the late 60s - We had an apartment down the street in the old Loveless Building and would walk down to the church for their concerts. You could wander in casually, sit on the steps leading up to the alter, lie back and gaze at the ceiling during the concerts. One of the highlights was that each visiting artist was given a theme during the intermission and as a closing piece was required to play an impromptu set of variations on that theme. It was exciting and gave the entire concert an air of a sporting event. Wonderful memories.
@daniela.hammond60415 жыл бұрын
Excellent organ and demonstration.
@liamphillips44065 жыл бұрын
What an amazing instrument, a stunning building and a superbly talented musician. All three have to go hand-in-hand adding beauty to one another. As an Anglican priest and choreographer of worshipful liturgy, it must be mind blowing and spiritually uplifting to have such music, played by such a musician, during a religious feast.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words, Rev. Phillips.
@thegatheringroomatwepc62212 жыл бұрын
Oh Bunnykins! That was just ausgeseichnet! Bestimmt!!!
@califdad45 жыл бұрын
this is what a pipe organ is suppose to sound like, love it!
@gammafoxlore29815 жыл бұрын
Some day, I will play a similar instrument.
@JohnWadeLongJr2 жыл бұрын
What a delightful presentation, Michael. Would that every organist took such utter delight in their instrument!
@bhigdaddymark5 жыл бұрын
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Michael Kleinschmidt, I’m well aware of him being from NYC. From the first time at age sixteen that Dr. Gerre Hancock allowed me to play the now gone but wonderful organ at St. Thomas 5th Avenue until the last time I played it thanks to the late John Scott in 2015, I missed meeting Michael Kleinschmidt who’s not only a brilliant organist, but also a nice guy and he was the associate organist at the famed St. Thomas 5th Avenue church. This organ is on my ‘bucket list’ of organs to hear live, but also to play. I’m thrilled to know that Mr. Kleinschmidt is at St. Mark’s, it’ll be terrific to hear him, that organ and that room live.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
Canon Kleinschmidt returned to St. Thomas Fifth Avenue to play a recital on their new chancel organ just a few months ago, in May of 2019. But please come visit us in Seattle any time!
@dmrowell15 жыл бұрын
What an absolutely marvelous video, and brilliantly presented by Michael Kleinschmidt. His overflowing enthusiasm made it all the more compelling. And the whimsical counter-piece at the end was a lovely ending. Thank you.
@MattsModellingMemories11 ай бұрын
I love this video, and watch it again and again! Thank you.
@saintmarksseattle11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! We've been thinking about a follow-up for a very long time now, so please stay tuned...
@MattsModellingMemories9 ай бұрын
@@saintmarksseattleThank you, that will be wonderful! I discovered this video not long after covid lockdowns started here in Australia. Amidst the uncertainty of everyday living, and as an ‘essential worker’ out in the community to carry out a rather difficult role, I returned to this video time after time. There’s so much to enjoy; the technical account, the demonstrations, and the gentle humour sprinkled throughout. It’s been a wonderful antidote to the negativity of 2020-21 and remains so today. I feel that your faith community must have a really positive and warm vibe, I certainly feel that spirit through this and your other videos. Cheers!
@stuartylad5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved your enthusiasm for this instrument; it's clear that you love it!
@mallorga19655 жыл бұрын
This is perhaps the best organ demo I have ever watched. Wonderful instrument, of course!
@alantorrance61535 жыл бұрын
I could see you were enjoying the session. I, too, enjoyed it incredibly. That organ is brilliant! Thank you!
@peteacher525 жыл бұрын
Truly, a magnificent organ in the best tradition of the Netherlands, explained with bubbling enthusiasm. Piet Kee and his contemporaries would have loved this one!
@daryleharris10215 жыл бұрын
This was really fun! Flentrop organs are awesome. The organist is really personable and enjoyable. Nice guy!
@kansasthunderman15 жыл бұрын
Flentrop is one of several builders of the "modern baroque" organs which appeared in the 1940s.
@josephgraif25885 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, this is not a modern, evolved instrument, but one built to 18th century specifications.
@kansasthunderman15 жыл бұрын
@@josephgraif2588 That's Flentrop's idea to build organs to old fashioned specifications.
@omniryx15 жыл бұрын
In what way would that be unfortunate, sir? Flentrop, one of the very most respected organ builders on earth, designed and built it to sound precisely as it does. There is nothing whatsoever unfortunate about it.
@josephgraif25885 жыл бұрын
why is the organ the only instrument that continues to be built to "old fashioned" specifications? every other instrument has evolved and never "looked back". flentrop took their "lead" from charles fisk, an engineer and amateur organist who proclaimed the organ to be a "dead" instrument in the 1950's that could only be revived by returning to baroque building techniques. who was he to do so and why did we follow him? do we build baroque violins today? enough said...
@BernardProfitendieu5 жыл бұрын
this was a helluva lot more interesting than I thought it was going to be!
@Patracat5 ай бұрын
Fantastic, really enjoyed this. Many thanks❤
@saintmarksseattle5 ай бұрын
@@Patracat thank you so much for watching.
@jeffwhite42275 ай бұрын
I had the pleasure of hearing this instrument - and experiencing the Great O Antiphon service - back in July 2022 during the AGO convention. Great video!
@RedPop45 жыл бұрын
The audio of this video is quite well-done so as to really be able to discern the different divisions originating in their own different points in time and space.
@kansasthunderman15 жыл бұрын
The building has good acoustics which complements the sound of the organ.
@frankschmits1435 жыл бұрын
Ever since a very dedicated friend of mine introduced me to the wonderful world of the pipe organ and the great music by famous composers, played by great musicians, my life went up another step in admiration and shear pleasure with music. In a couple of years now, so many Dutch and German churches and monasteries we visited to pay tribute to impressive architecture, famous pipe organs and finest compositions. The more proud as well I was seeing and hearing a great and very understandable explanation by Mr. Kleinschmidt, clearly showing his delight and admiration with this Seattle Flentrop pipe organ, built by my highly skilled and famous fellow Dutchmen.
@mibi19465 жыл бұрын
Wonderful sounding organ and very well demonstrated. Thanks for posting.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@mariaashot56483 ай бұрын
Spiritually uplifting. Thank you to everyone who works professionally in the Organ Community, who teaches music, and who wholeheartedly devotes herself or himself to outstanding performance. May we all have a blessed and holy Advent and Christmas over the coming weeks, since there are so many millions of people in aching need of consolation!
@saintmarksseattle3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words, Maria. Peace to you!
@keesschuurman56535 жыл бұрын
A clear and enthousiastic demonstration. And the acoustic is overwhelming. Thank you for demonstrating this Dutch topografie,
@negumanezer5 жыл бұрын
I loved your passion for explaining how the organ works and you played at the same time.
@andanteconmoto. Жыл бұрын
Awesome organ, marvellous presentation, very beautiful video. And I find that playing Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott is a very good idea. Many thanks!
@adamdonovan56335 жыл бұрын
OOOO EMMMM GEEE.....my brain has new grooves in it thanks to the Mighty Flentrop!! Big thanks.
@wallybrown58365 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this demonstration. It was very helpful and entertaining. Scintilating playing.
@gloriayoder5173 Жыл бұрын
So incredible!
@saintmarksseattle Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@donotcare3305 жыл бұрын
In case you are wondering. ON Bill Nye The Science Guy. This Organ was featured on the episode Season 3 - Episode 11 (waves). I also had the privilege and honor to play this organ just a few days AFTER this organ had shifted from the Earthquake, in the early 2000s. which knocked OUT the swell division until it was re-serviced. It is a GREAT ORGAN and out of the 50+ i've played on. VERY memorable instrument. The reeds have a "fiery" thunder which sends a brisk down the chill of one's spine. Being at the controls of this great Instrument is beyond exhilarating.
@FreedomsNurse4 жыл бұрын
Now Bill Nye is the fake-science guy. How sad.
@lucdeslauriers1021 Жыл бұрын
Joy! Joy! Beautiful instrumental. Chanceux de pouvoir le faire sonner! Un peu de Bach s’il-vous-plaît!
@saintmarksseattle Жыл бұрын
You may be interested in this concert that was recorded a few years ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6eykHaNfK6IiLc There is also playlist of other organ concerts on our channel.
@EElgar18575 жыл бұрын
One of the world's greatest organs. I'll never forget hearing it during the OHS Convention.
@e.conboy42862 жыл бұрын
Very informative! Thank you.
@Sebastian-tf5vr9 ай бұрын
That was absolutely AMAZING
@bremick5 жыл бұрын
WOW... Fantastisch!!!!! Bravo
@revjonathan31665 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!! Come over to Australia! Play a Pipe Organ here please.
@annies.19975 жыл бұрын
I LOVE the horizontal reeds! Sounds like a combo olde-style horn section/harpsichord. Very nice sound!
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
Those Spanish trumpets are the newest part of the instrument -- they replaced the earlier (and somewhat gentler) chamade in 2011.
@dountoothers70525 жыл бұрын
Mr. Kleinschmidt, Portland lost a diamond in the crown of Music. I'm not a musician but you drew me in with a sense of wonder as you explained the sonic capabilities of this fine organ. I can now hear what is going on and how an organist chooses the color/mood for the music they play. You appear giddy with excitement doing this expose of sound creation. I get that way talking about cooking and eating. Thanks for the ambrosial tidbits sprinkled with sonic seasonings. Want to hear much more than musical clips. Saen Sans 3rd would be a joy to experience in this space. The dynamic range of the recording made it difficult to comfortably listen since the dynamic range made it either too loud or too soft on my IMac 27". Was it my speakers/hearing aids or was it the recording itself? Many thanks for melding your musical prowess and your technical understanding of this organ. May you be well appreciated in your undertaking.
@josephgraif25885 жыл бұрын
EXCEPT...this is NOT a modern instrument. it is built to 18th century specifications...
@danw19555 жыл бұрын
I also have a 27" iMac, but I run a digital audio cable to a really good home stereo, and the difference is amazing. The stock speakers in the iMac leave A LOT to be desired!😉
@joannescouchet70384 жыл бұрын
@@josephgraif2588 I don't think you would find horizontal trumpets, or combination pistons on a 18th century Schnitger organ :) Romantic music works quite well on this organ, by the way - just like on the Muller organ in Haarlem or the Hinsz in Kampen, both 18th century organs that have been "tweaked" to be more versatile.
@guitarsupport5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Instrument and explanations!
@edithbfcracine40543 жыл бұрын
Marvelous!
@JP_Systems5 жыл бұрын
Pipe organs are simply amazing instrument! Nothing can compare to this. Thanks for the Organ 101 !!!
@omars.80735 жыл бұрын
What splendid demonstration! Thank you so much for making this.
@georgefelty63575 жыл бұрын
Years ago when I was young, I had the honor of attending a student workshop with Flentrop!
@christhesmith2 жыл бұрын
Now I'm going to look for a recital there! Thanks!
@saintmarksseattle2 жыл бұрын
Chris, the Saint Mark's Music Series concert schedule-which always includes at least two recitals on the Flentrop organ-will be announced in the fall of 2022.
@hansbeestman746010 ай бұрын
Ik heb genoten van de mooie klanken groeten van Hans uit Zwolle Nederland
@butcherwoman37533 жыл бұрын
Thank you for filling me up!
@heinmadsen-leipoldt23412 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the beautiful sound, well I've never played on a flentrop before
@DLCaster5 жыл бұрын
What a great organ in a wonderfully reverberant space. Very well presented Michael.
@thelittlestorylady29805 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@democraticpatriot26575 жыл бұрын
Cool overview of how a cathdral organ is - umm - organized. Those ranks and stops were always a mystery to me. Other KZbin organ discussions have too much professional jargon for a layperson to understand. I’m a Gert van Hoef fan, but would love to see videos of you performing the great classic organ repertory on that magnficent instrument.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
Most of the videos on our channel of Sunday liturgies on our channel begin and end with great organ repertoire (although occasionally they have to be removed from KZbin for copyright reasons). This coming Sunday (July 28, 2019) the organ voluntaries will be Bach, Buxtehude, and Böhm!
@josephgraif25885 жыл бұрын
you need to hear a MODERN, EVOLVED instrument to understand the organ of today...
@enchamade82 жыл бұрын
@@josephgraif2588, different tastes don't mean bad or wrong. Since you obviously have issues with this organ, don't listen to it, and be thrilled that none of your money helped pay for it. Bitter....party of one....your table is now ready.
@NgaiOlaudah5 жыл бұрын
JUST GORGEOUS. THANK YOU, Michael. I must visit St. Mark's when I'm next in Seattle. You must be an incredible teacher! arthur..
@Zavendea4 жыл бұрын
He is!
@jimfowler59305 жыл бұрын
Stunning! Brings tears to my eyes, both because of the SOUNDS!, and the realization that I went strings/Cello! Why of why?! My favorite voice(s) are those of the Horizontal Reeds....they shake my soul and cannot wait to hear what music the Lord has in store for those of us who have made Jesus Lord. Ausgezeichnet, ich hab' alles genoßen!! Augen voller Tränen! Vielen Dank.
@BernardProfitendieu5 жыл бұрын
oh, boo hoo hoo!
@XY_Dude5 жыл бұрын
Always loved the DAF organ sounds. The voices are very distinct and clear. I have a vinyl of EPBiggs massaging one. Love it! I'll have to drop in up there when you have an organ concert.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
E Power Biggs played the inaugural recitals on this instrument in 1965! Organ concerts are coming up on October 18 and December 22, 2019 -- see saintmarks.org/music-series for details.
@georgecrosscross82538 ай бұрын
A phantastic and very powerful instrument! And the most completely explanation from you Master, my devotion to the Mighty Flentrop... thanks a lot.
@saintmarksseattle8 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words, George.
@Urnieburns703 жыл бұрын
Gotta love couplers
@paulussantosociwidjaja47815 жыл бұрын
Nice good recording, too! Thank you for your effort for us to learn this historical musical king of instruments. If only we know your services schedules with live stream, well who knows some of want to join the Mass. God bless you!
@twillertorganprojects5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your demonstration you did it fine
@davedennis60425 жыл бұрын
Wow! When you lift your hands at the end it sounds like that sound goes clear into outer space. Love that sound.
@mrberryman3 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a beautiful sound--very crisp. The design is very beautiful, the way that the wood and each different metal have a very natural-looking patina, from bright metal to dulled oxidized copper is wonderful. Also, the organist's genuine love for the instrument is great to see.
@saintmarksseattle3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words, Mr Berryman!
@johnredick71593 жыл бұрын
Wonderful explaination of the divisions of the organ and the way the stops work in combination!
@1622steve5 жыл бұрын
I was listening to organs (including Flentrop) before you were born. This video is a delight!
@richardrobbins14225 жыл бұрын
Great narration!
@darrelljourdan36875 жыл бұрын
Brilliant... Perfectly explained and fascinating. Thank you very much for posting this!
@ferdiriordan15 жыл бұрын
Astonishingly complex and yet so clearly explained.
@josephgraif25885 жыл бұрын
yes...and astonishingly 18th century. this is not an instrument built to MODERN standards.
@taylorjobber94653 жыл бұрын
If you think four manuals + pedals gives you a variety, you should see a five manual! Absolute terrific, loved the video!
@saintmarksseattle3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Taylor!
@elainekruger-haye34634 жыл бұрын
Best explanatiom I have heard of how an organ works. Thank you.
@saintmarksseattle4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Elaine!
@gerhardrohne2261 Жыл бұрын
the english organ makes you solemly sleepy, the fremch makes you pompous, but this north german style organ (from sweelink to bach) wakes you up!
@325826575 жыл бұрын
Have watched quite a few videos explaining and displaying the operation of various organs. IMHO this one one offers one of the best demonstrations of organ tone colors and how they can be combined.
@GaleLeach5 жыл бұрын
What a wonderfully clear description of the basic workings of a large pipe organ. All my life, I've wondered how the stops and pedals worked and what the four keyboards were for. I know this video only scratched the surface, but thank you for enough information to answer those questions and more. Masterful and thoroughly enjoyable presentation (and great musical snatches, too). Wish I lived in Seattle!
@tjsbeaner2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, I truly appreciated your detailed demo of this awesome sounding pipe organ! I play as well, but very limited access to our church organ keeps me from finding the true heartbeat of our pipe organ. It takes quality time spent to learn all the wonders of sounds. I can see you know your pipe organ inside and out, which is so important to bring the best performance to the congregation. Thank you so MUCH for sharing such a WONDERFUL array of info of the pipe organ! Blessings!
@saintmarksseattle2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words, Timothy! Please come and visit next time you are in the Seattle area.
@dscottsw15 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this. Spent many a Sunday evening at Compline, and then staying afterward if someone was going to play the organ. I took a few lessons from Pete Hallock back in the day. Love that organ and the beautiful acoustics of the Cathedral.
@bojinglesortina4 жыл бұрын
Magnificent...one of the great joys of great music...such knowledge and passion.....thank you for the documentary...
@saintmarksseattle4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@clivetodd87822 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic teacher !!. Now I know all about that organ, all I need to do is learn how to read manusripts and how to play the instrument .
@saintmarksseattle2 жыл бұрын
It's never too late to start!
@rodericksalter16384 жыл бұрын
This is such a lovely organ. Flentrop build great organs. (Brings back memories of listening to the Flentrop at the Busch-Reisinger Museum Harvard University played by the Late E.Power Biggs.) The sound is so pure and rich, a true delight to hear. Just wish that my old vinyl CBS recording of the Harvard University instrument was not so badly warped (was like that when I bought it years ago). Nervous about attempting to flatten it in case I make it worse and totally unplayable! As many others have commented, wonderfully demonstrated by Michael Kleinschmidt. You did it so well Michael!
@saintmarksseattle4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words. That Harvard instrument is the reason that our late organist-choirmaster Peter Hallock (1924-2014) insisted on commissioning Flentrop in the first place! And E. Power Biggs played the inaugural recitals on this instrument in 1965. In 2015, Michael recreated those Biggs recital programs as part of the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the organ.
@thegarnersmusic12445 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your video!! I played a Hammond organ for church many years ago and have recently started to become enamored by the organ again. This video made me want to call my church organist and ask for organ lessons. 😄 The church I currently attend has a large pipe organ that I've been curious about and intimidated by. Man, I'd love to hop back on and give it a go sometime. Thanks for the wonderful video. You are fun to watch and learn from. Thanks for the knowledge and the humor!
@joshuamiller-le7532 жыл бұрын
Had the great pleasure of hearing this instrument in person last July for the AGO convention. Just wow. Spectacular instrument, recordings definitely don't do it justice.
@saintmarksseattle2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Joshua! Please pay a visit again any time.
@TonusFabri20245 жыл бұрын
Great...I sang at St Mark's years ago with a visiting choir from Victoria, happy memories.
@AuntMartha5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video. I'm going to have to check out the rest of this series.
@Organgrinder10105 жыл бұрын
Thank you for an excellent display of this superb instrument. The room supports it very well. We attended a worship service there over a decade ago and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
@saintmarksseattle5 жыл бұрын
You are welcome back any time!
@plasticraincoat15 жыл бұрын
Really excellent demo - would love to have the chance to play that wonderful organ. Keep posting.
@elstonbdavis96813 жыл бұрын
Excellent....you ARE a true teacher.
@saintmarksseattle3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Mr. Davis. What a lovely thing to say!