Review of new Skrabl organ in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, UK

Gareth Green, renowned music teacher, conductor and former cathedral organist, assesses the new two-manual Skrabl organ in the church of the Holy Rood, in his home town of Barnsley, Yorkshire, UK.
Specification
GREAT
Open Diapason 8
Gemshorn 8
Voce Umana 8
Principal 4
Mixture III/IV ranks 2
Tremulant
CHOIR
Stopped diapason 8
Spitzflute 4
Nazard 2.2/3
Principal 2
Terz 1.3/5
PEDAL
Bourdon 16
Fagot 16
Couplers: II-I, II-Ped, I-Ped
Key action: mechanical
Stop action electrical with simple setter for toe pistons

[@Durufle68]

Such wonderful voicing. The ears never tire of it nor are they strained by it. I could see many hours practicing happily on this instrument.

[@rethavanzyl5499]

Amazing!!!!

[@aaronleadley8245]

For such a small organ it has such a beautiful sound and range of textures/volume!

[@Mark_Dyer1]

Thanks for this, Gareth. It would have been nice to see the full specification for the organ, under 'more'. Great to know that new organs are still being commissioned.

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci beaucoup, Gareth. Wouldn't it be nice if churches could arrange to have You Tube video concerts to help monetize their organs, since they could always use help in these times.

[@prophetofwellbeing]

Amazing great chorus! All in all, a womderful organ.

[@richardlowe4751]

Sounds wonderful. I do wonder, however, how much more of a performance instrument it is than one inspired by, and designed to accompany, the liturgy?

[@brettowen7174]

I agree with Richard Lowe , great for baroque recitals but know from experience, not meaty enough for large congregations.

[@elierouhana1181]

Jesus bless u🌹