The enormity, power, and complete tonal range of this instrument aside, one of the things I am amazed at is the expressive range of the swell shades. Just a small thing I noticed, but it makes a huge difference.
@OrganNLou6 ай бұрын
TRUELLY WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@KSL1972LLC3 жыл бұрын
This series of video recordings are stunning. The ability of today's recording technology to capture the nuanced voicing and timbres of the Wanamaker organ are phenomenal. It really showcases all the thought that John and Rodman Wanamaker, Till, Baecker, Couboin, and many others evisioned for this symphonic masterpiece.
@hepzebahsu2 жыл бұрын
Would love to hear the organ accompany a choir singing Pilgrims Chorus. Thanks for posting. Hope to get back to Wanamaker's again to hear the organ in person.
@zeusantony50273 жыл бұрын
Brilliant thumbing.
@Hardia8823 жыл бұрын
Be still my soul…. I’ve been yearning to hear Finlandia on the Grand Court Organ again. Thank you so very much! Can’t wait for Wanamaker Organ Day in September!
@BostonHarborLight3 жыл бұрын
I love a lot of classical music played on the Wanamaker Organ, especially orchestral transcriptions such as Mr. Conte's Wagner compositions, and hope that someday a CD of his Wagner performances will be released. Also, Mr. Conte's transcription of Richard Strauss' Moonlight Scene is sublime. For those who are fans of this magnificent treasure, it is impossible to fully appreciate it unless you have made a pilgrimage to hear it in person. It may have never sounded better, with all of the restoration work that also included improving the acoustics of the Grand Court. Meet me at the Eagle!
@jerrygoldie84762 жыл бұрын
Saw this guy perform this exact song a few months ago. Spectacular to hear in person.
@fehrhardt93683 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr. Conte for sharing your musicianship and your skill at transcription. We devotees of organ performance also owe great thanks and recognition to Macy's commitment and continuing investment in this glorious instrument!
@Waterboyofsuperman2 жыл бұрын
That Pilgrim’s Chorus is just a fantastic opener! Amazing from start to finish!
@dalea.82333 жыл бұрын
I hope there are more videos that you will post here. I just found you and can't tell you how much I'm enjoying this channel. This is so uplifting and motivating to listen to.
@ironicirony29382 жыл бұрын
Finlandia on 1 organ! I'm a fan. Never thought I'd hear that piece on such a majestical big instrument. Well done 😊
@jackmccabeorganist8493 жыл бұрын
Absolutely magnificent. I’m glad KZbin was able to recommend this channel to me.
@thewanamakerorgan3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@Baard20003 жыл бұрын
Finnlandia...greatly played. Always remembers me of Scandanivia and special persons I met over there !!! Thnks!!!!
@thewanamakerorgan3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! We're really glad you enjoyed it.
@edamundson7433 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing these marvelous pieces on KZbin. What a treat for those if us who love organ music. Dr. Bradley Hunter Welch mentioned your instrument in one of his concerts. He commented on the large sting section, of the Wanamaker Organ. I would enjoy visiting PA to hear and see this instrument in person.
@thewanamakerorgan2 жыл бұрын
Please do come visit us. You can schedule a tour at wanamakerorgan.com
@jorgebatista2252 Жыл бұрын
Sr. Peter Richard, muito obrigado por nos oferecer este concerto, não me canso de o ver, um grande abraço do Jorge Baptista, aqui de Portugal.
@scronx3 жыл бұрын
Bravo! And thanks for the Strauss -- can't wait to hunt and do it up.
@kennethross7863 жыл бұрын
This is amazing. Don't know if/when we'll ever get to Philly, but should we get to do so we'll definitely have to stop and "shop" during the organ program (then shop for real afterwards). In the mean time, these recordings are really good - kudos to the audio engineer for capturing this magnificent instrument in as much grandeur as possible.
@kevinorrick25853 жыл бұрын
Completely Enchanted!!!
@johnwenta75822 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful!!
@AlexanderCrump3 жыл бұрын
Awe-inspiring. Humbling. Thrilling. ... Thank you for sharing your talent and showcasing this magnificent instrument!
@jaynies47593 жыл бұрын
Well done!
@coladamson713 жыл бұрын
Much thanks again for this masterful program
@litz13 Жыл бұрын
Finlandia is the piece for all those people who go "why are there SIX manuals?"
@christianlongobardi54383 жыл бұрын
The tannhauser overture is one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever heard. There is nothing in the world that can compete with the sound of this organ, the strings are incredible. Can you please play the whole tannhauser overture (arr. Lemare) at some point? it would sound incredible on this instrument.
@thewanamakerorgan3 жыл бұрын
We keep a running list of requests and will gladly add this to it!
@christianlongobardi54383 жыл бұрын
@@thewanamakerorgan Thank you! and thank you for bringing this incredible instrument to the world, especially through the internet, so everyone can catch a glimpse of what it sounds like.
@kris95243 жыл бұрын
Fabulous!
@stefanocorti19703 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Great musician. I hope to see more concerts in 4K !! Maybe another concert season in the next future featuring Maestro Conte!
@thewanamakerorgan3 жыл бұрын
We would love to upgrade to 4K; if anyone reading would like to sponsor that jump, contact the Friends!
@LarryButler-kp3se Жыл бұрын
Did somebody in housewares die? I heard funeral music!