Strange to think that this organ has out-lasted many of the songs that were written for it. The whole body of known medieval music is a tiny fragment of what was actually written. To go back in time and hear those forgotten songs played on this beautiful instrument would be amazing.
Despite its age I can't help but notice how much technical innovation it seems to have. The keyboard looks like it came from a much later Italian virginals. I can also imagine two of your crew in back pumping the bellows as you play. (I know it's electric now.)
@professeurdorgue hum youre right, but you understand that i cannot tolerate that some guys post "what a peace of shit" on the board, just to insult each others or to show that youre such a tough guy and stuff...
surely one would want to play music that would play to the strengths of the instrument. I would assume that would often be music of the period but what if Rachmaninoff brings out the best qualities of the instrument and not Bach etc?
When I see an early instrument i immediately want to hear how it plays the literature of the era, how the tuning system works, etc.... No one really cares how an organ of the year 1370 plays the works of Cesar Franck or Rachmaninoff...you just know from the beginning its going to sound silly.
@krPeter2010 Can I ask (in all innocence), what is the foundation for the argument that music of the period in which the instrument was built should be played? I read about it a while ago but have since forgotten.
This poor prick holds a Mus B from Oberlin Conservatory a Mus. M from The Juilliard School in Manhattan....which all makes YOU the dick of the century.
@krPeter2010 so that is the permission to insult a couple of pretty great artists like diane bish ??? i think you have no other happy things in life, so you let out all of your frustration in youtube ;)
you are the most perverse organist i've even encountered...you play modern music on medieval organs and medieval music on modern organs...its just STUPID
It's sad that now, the only thing our ignorant world can make that would last this long is trash, literally. We couldn't make something as grand as this or that would last like this to save our lives. What the heck happened to us is what I want to know.
Sir(s): If I may, Upon this Gladsome Date and at this Gladsome Time, state here and attest to the full how this setting prepares Us for the Mind of Christ. Furthermore, from the Book of Psalms, I reflect upon the Joy of Life and Invocation for Heavenly Aid in that, namely, "Do the Dead Praise Thee? And "Do those Exult Thy Name Who go down into the Dust?" The answer is one of amazement and wonder, for truly it was believed that they do not in the wondrous ways of People in this Present World.
@ukotaf I agree! First: why would this stubborn American woman play crappy 20th century stuff on such an old organ. Second: why is there a stupid equal tuning on it. Third, you can consider the Rysum organ, which has many more old pipes and sounds much more original. Fourth, please come to Holland, we have many more old organs than anybody else in the world. (By the way I play several times per week on a 1630s organ, and every month or so on a 1531 organ, so I know my bit about this stuff)
@spr1ng0ni0n You're a fucking idiot. Get a film crew and deliver us something better you piece of shit before you talk about people and class them stubborn. I didn't even have to scroll down to know some pretentious european trash (which by the way have nothing to be pretentious about-your churches and history are quickly being replaced by Mosques) were going to slag her off
I love the pipe organ and I wouldn't care if she was playing "Mr Crowley" on it. Its still cool. You're a dumbass
One of the dubious benefits of the internet and sites like youtube, is that it gives no-account, anonymous nobodies like EccentricRichard a forum to vent their bile, disparage their betters, and pretend that they have something worth saying and reading. It's an ego-booster for pathetic losers who will never in their life, in their wildest dreams, accomplish anything even a fraction as significant as what Diane Bish has.
God, I cannot stand Diane Bish! She's one of these awful showy organists, like Carlo Curley, where artistry is butchered on the altar of virtuosity and egotism.
@altpapapi - I'm sorry, but, other than the poor deluded people who are her fans, everyone knows that Diane Bish is no bloody use. Now, for a start, if all she can think of to play on this old organ is that hymn tune, it shows a lamentable ignorance of medieval and Renaissance organ music... ah, but of course, she's American, so anything from before 1776 doesn't matter... I can think of many organists whose shoes Diane Bish isn't fit to lick.
Quote "My own playing of the organ is admittedly limited to pretty basic improvisation, ... " EccentricRichard (LOL) @EccentricRichard - Have you ever been to a live performance by Diane Bish? No, I don't suppose you have. Miss Bish studied with some of the foremost European teachers, including Marie-Claire. Get back to us when you have your own TV show which highlights some of the most impressive pipe organs in the world, OK? Cheerio ...
@tman8077 - nothing is wrong with me. You Bish fans don't know the meaning of real music. Diane Bish slaughters true artistry on the false altar of self-serving virtuosity: she isn't fit to be called an organist.
@EccentricRichard You know what, you're right...but about the WRONG person, you are the one that doesn't deserve to be called an organist! She will always be the Best Organist in the World to me, and to MANY others! She is world-renowned and has recieved nermous awards, I don't see you getting all those awards!!!!
@tman8077 - I have never pretended to be any kind of organist. However, I have been privileged to meet - and, in one case, befriend - several organists who could play Diane Bish off the map.
@tman8077 - just watched it. Horrible organ, all spit and fire and no foundation. Horrible dry-as-a-bone acoustic. Her playing is rushed, with no consideration for allowing the music to breathe. Her registration is totally inappropriate, too. Really just goes to prove my point.
@tman8077 - ah, the last resort of the ignorant. If you knew me, you'd know that I'm actually quite nice most of the time. My point regarding DB's butchery of that Bach still stands, and I notice you have not come back with a reasoned refutation of that point...
hi, if you have a contact with diane you could say that in Italy, in the north, there are fabulous organ, in busseto PR there is an organ serassi/tamburini (1838/1979) or parma a beautiful organ in the church of the "steccata" .all instruments have a very beautiful sound , its travel or concert in Italy would be much appreciated. tanks
dont think i'd slog up a bloody steep hill just to play a load of shite.
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Strange to think that this organ has out-lasted many of the songs that were written for it. The whole body of known medieval music is a tiny fragment of what was actually written. To go back in time and hear those forgotten songs played on this beautiful instrument would be amazing.
Threetails 2 weeks ago
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Threetails 2 weeks ago
Has some nice sounds.
MrStan1941 3 weeks ago
she is lucky organist
joha750 1 month ago
I'll bet Sweelinck, and Scheidemann would sound fantastic on this
Rheinlander95 1 month ago
I guess when you can afford to go to these far off places you can play any old stuff you want even if its silly.
krPeter2010 1 month ago
She's such a wonderful musician!
EPJM1750 2 months ago
This sounds like an equal-tempered organ, but weren't they produced much later?
SwordInAir 2 months ago
This is amazing ! Ican't imagine the oldest organ in the world. It's unreal! ! Thank you!
cazzie511 2 months ago
What a shit interpretation!!!!
Vossiable 2 months ago
Despite its age I can't help but notice how much technical innovation it seems to have. The keyboard looks like it came from a much later Italian virginals. I can also imagine two of your crew in back pumping the bellows as you play. (I know it's electric now.)
jedi1357 3 months ago
This was magnificent ! Wow, what an incredible organ and what Diane can do with it ! Incredible listening
Have shared it with my sister
We are both organ (pipe) fanatics.!
cazzie511 4 months ago
This sent a shiver up my spine. It's like some ghostly echo from the middle ages.
Londonfogey 6 months ago
@professeurdorgue hum youre right, but you understand that i cannot tolerate that some guys post "what a peace of shit" on the board, just to insult each others or to show that youre such a tough guy and stuff...
bendasbrot 6 months ago
surely one would want to play music that would play to the strengths of the instrument. I would assume that would often be music of the period but what if Rachmaninoff brings out the best qualities of the instrument and not Bach etc?
spc11235 6 months ago
good question spc11235, bad answer as always krPeter. i think its an opportunity to get to hear such music on an instrument like this...
bendasbrot 6 months ago
When I see an early instrument i immediately want to hear how it plays the literature of the era, how the tuning system works, etc.... No one really cares how an organ of the year 1370 plays the works of Cesar Franck or Rachmaninoff...you just know from the beginning its going to sound silly.
krPeter2010 6 months ago
calm down ok?
krPeter2010 6 months ago
@krPeter2010 Can I ask (in all innocence), what is the foundation for the argument that music of the period in which the instrument was built should be played? I read about it a while ago but have since forgotten.
spc11235 6 months ago
This poor prick holds a Mus B from Oberlin Conservatory a Mus. M from The Juilliard School in Manhattan....which all makes YOU the dick of the century.
krPeter2010 6 months ago
@krPeter2010 so that is the permission to insult a couple of pretty great artists like diane bish ??? i think you have no other happy things in life, so you let out all of your frustration in youtube ;)
bendasbrot 6 months ago
yo Bendover....tune yer ear up...that was the stupidest playingi've ever....Next time listen with your ears and not your ass.
krPeter2010 7 months ago
@krPeter2010 discussing is senseless with a poor prick like you. go home ;)
bendasbrot 6 months ago
you are the most perverse organist i've even encountered...you play modern music on medieval organs and medieval music on modern organs...its just STUPID
krPeter2010 7 months ago
@krPeter2010 oh yes, dont even think about to try something new... always fuck around in old farty habits... diane bish is great, and you are fool!
bendasbrot 7 months ago
I love the subtle chord change between 4:35-4:40. Such majestic tone this ancient beauty delivers!
db0956 8 months ago
Stop cursing. Open up your ears and your minds.
roba12601 8 months ago
let me play some minor guitar riffs with that i would be honored!
warheart454 8 months ago
It's sad that now, the only thing our ignorant world can make that would last this long is trash, literally. We couldn't make something as grand as this or that would last like this to save our lives. What the heck happened to us is what I want to know.
Txboy85A 9 months ago
Nice bit of "Wow" on the recording, sounds like there was a dirty tape machine involved.
goodchappy 9 months ago
@goodchappy Yes, the tape I got this from is a bit old.
bishfan 9 months ago
WHY THE FUCK SHE PLAYS STUPID 20TH CENTURY MUSIC ON THAT RELIC?????????????????????????? SHE RUINED EVERYTHINGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!!
starbreez3 9 months ago
@starbreez3 and who are you to judge someone of musical caliber far beyond your own?
bradhorn14 9 months ago
Sir(s): If I may, Upon this Gladsome Date and at this Gladsome Time, state here and attest to the full how this setting prepares Us for the Mind of Christ. Furthermore, from the Book of Psalms, I reflect upon the Joy of Life and Invocation for Heavenly Aid in that, namely, "Do the Dead Praise Thee? And "Do those Exult Thy Name Who go down into the Dust?" The answer is one of amazement and wonder, for truly it was believed that they do not in the wondrous ways of People in this Present World.
torstvillinger 10 months ago
@torstvillinger can you shut up with fucking bible words and just listen to the organ?
cky12qxz 9 months ago
Fascinating.
gerardbedecarter 1 year ago
I would love to know more about the restoration and what is still original, as well as see more of it.
Thanks for sharing this video
Zylstra555 1 year ago
It's a shame!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ukotaf 1 year ago
@ukotaf I agree! First: why would this stubborn American woman play crappy 20th century stuff on such an old organ. Second: why is there a stupid equal tuning on it. Third, you can consider the Rysum organ, which has many more old pipes and sounds much more original. Fourth, please come to Holland, we have many more old organs than anybody else in the world. (By the way I play several times per week on a 1630s organ, and every month or so on a 1531 organ, so I know my bit about this stuff)
spr1ng0ni0n 11 months ago
@spr1ng0ni0n If they are all as ignorant as you, I won't bother coming to Holland, thank you!
ThatMinidotCom 8 months ago
@ThatMinidotCom I know...what a piece of Dutch shit
arvydas0069 8 months ago
@arvydas0069 ROFL
crustylion321 8 months ago
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@spr1ng0ni0n You're a fucking idiot. Get a film crew and deliver us something better you piece of shit before you talk about people and class them stubborn. I didn't even have to scroll down to know some pretentious european trash (which by the way have nothing to be pretentious about-your churches and history are quickly being replaced by Mosques) were going to slag her off
I love the pipe organ and I wouldn't care if she was playing "Mr Crowley" on it. Its still cool. You're a dumbass
arvydas0069 8 months ago 3
I'm surprised it has an 8' principal for being over 600 years old. must of been some really smart guy that engineered it all!
poopingeneral 1 year ago
@poopingeneral
It may have been worked on over the years, though. It's probably nowhere near its original state.
Karlfalcon 1 year ago
Great old organ and I hope it stays there for more centuries. I wonder if they can add Midi to it. LOL
theorganloft 1 year ago
elle se serre pas de l'octave courte??? elle joue ni le pédalier a 9 touches ni les dernières touches du clavier
barreda135 1 year ago
Fascinating to see, but it would have been nice to hear some 600-year-old music on this 600-year-old organ
PQleyR 1 year ago 8
@PQleyR thanks god would be about 400 i cant imagine 600yo organ songs would differ much but not that i know much about the subject.
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@PQleyR musical notation was very poor then and so is the musical record of that period unfortunatly
quaxk 2 weeks ago
Argh the out of tune organ is making my ear drums hurt. But other than that, cool stuff.
Vulturer 1 year ago
One of the dubious benefits of the internet and sites like youtube, is that it gives no-account, anonymous nobodies like EccentricRichard a forum to vent their bile, disparage their betters, and pretend that they have something worth saying and reading. It's an ego-booster for pathetic losers who will never in their life, in their wildest dreams, accomplish anything even a fraction as significant as what Diane Bish has.
callasite 1 year ago
Sir(s): Il bellisima della Svizzeria. Veritas. Gratsi.
torstvillinger 1 year ago
ER, you cannot stand Diane Bish, huh? Well, she was generous enough to share this very good footage with us, and play for us, wasn't she?
stormkingfan 1 year ago
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MMMMMMMMM.........The stop knobs look like penises. I would LOVE to play that organ!
TheOscillatingFan 1 year ago
Quite agree
MEPPO06 1 year ago
God, I cannot stand Diane Bish! She's one of these awful showy organists, like Carlo Curley, where artistry is butchered on the altar of virtuosity and egotism.
Wonderful organ, though. Such full-blooded tone.
EccentricRichard 1 year ago
@EccentricRichard - Get back to us when you have your own TV show which highlights some of the most impressive pipe organs in the world, OK?
altpapapi 1 year ago
@altpapapi - I'm sorry, but, other than the poor deluded people who are her fans, everyone knows that Diane Bish is no bloody use. Now, for a start, if all she can think of to play on this old organ is that hymn tune, it shows a lamentable ignorance of medieval and Renaissance organ music... ah, but of course, she's American, so anything from before 1776 doesn't matter... I can think of many organists whose shoes Diane Bish isn't fit to lick.
EccentricRichard 1 year ago
Quote "My own playing of the organ is admittedly limited to pretty basic improvisation, ... " EccentricRichard (LOL) @EccentricRichard - Have you ever been to a live performance by Diane Bish? No, I don't suppose you have. Miss Bish studied with some of the foremost European teachers, including Marie-Claire. Get back to us when you have your own TV show which highlights some of the most impressive pipe organs in the world, OK? Cheerio ...
altpapapi 1 year ago 2
@EccentricRichard WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU!!!!
tman8077 1 year ago
@tman8077 - nothing is wrong with me. You Bish fans don't know the meaning of real music. Diane Bish slaughters true artistry on the false altar of self-serving virtuosity: she isn't fit to be called an organist.
EccentricRichard 1 year ago
@EccentricRichard You know what, you're right...but about the WRONG person, you are the one that doesn't deserve to be called an organist! She will always be the Best Organist in the World to me, and to MANY others! She is world-renowned and has recieved nermous awards, I don't see you getting all those awards!!!!
tman8077 1 year ago
@tman8077 - I have never pretended to be any kind of organist. However, I have been privileged to meet - and, in one case, befriend - several organists who could play Diane Bish off the map.
EccentricRichard 1 year ago
@EccentricRichard Obviously you haven't heard this, so listen to it!!! IT IS GREAT!
Look-up Diane Bish - "Sinfonia" from Cantata 29
tman8077 1 year ago
@tman8077 - just watched it. Horrible organ, all spit and fire and no foundation. Horrible dry-as-a-bone acoustic. Her playing is rushed, with no consideration for allowing the music to breathe. Her registration is totally inappropriate, too. Really just goes to prove my point.
EccentricRichard 1 year ago
@EccentricRichard YOU ARE A HORRIBLE PERSON!
tman8077 1 year ago
@tman8077 - ah, the last resort of the ignorant. If you knew me, you'd know that I'm actually quite nice most of the time. My point regarding DB's butchery of that Bach still stands, and I notice you have not come back with a reasoned refutation of that point...
EccentricRichard 1 year ago
hi, if you have a contact with diane you could say that in Italy, in the north, there are fabulous organ, in busseto PR there is an organ serassi/tamburini (1838/1979) or parma a beautiful organ in the church of the "steccata" .all instruments have a very beautiful sound , its travel or concert in Italy would be much appreciated. tanks
lockiper 1 year ago