I can play bits and pieces of this by ear on a piano so I have to admire anyone who can play the whole thing. If I ever had a chance at a pedal organ, I would have to spend months teaching myself the pedals by playing just that.
I can play bits and pieces of this by ear on a piano so I have to admire anyone who can play the whole thing. If I ever had a chance at a pedal organ, I would have to spend months teaching myself the pedals by playing just that.
Not to be contentious, but IMHO you do "get it". Yes, the piece is a dance, but there is no reason to assume that St. Vitus should be involved! I felt that your tempo was lilting and well-energized, but I see that some disagree with me.
So many otherwise concientious organists take Baroque music at breakneck tempi, forgetting the conditions in which they were written: more sluggish organ keying actions and cavernously reverberant acoustics being two that figure prominently.
@horndiapason I agree - too much baroque music is played far too quickly. This performance has a "just right" feel for the tempo. It feels neither rushed or sluggish. I like it!
Although I thought the same as everyone else who said it should have been more upbeat, I am no one to criticize. This was stupendous. Only masters like E. Power Biggs can make this piece prance , while still maintaining the complexity and massiveness of the texture. Bach often wrote to challenge the organist and showcase his technical expertise. This is one of those pieces.
Your articulation was pretty nice, but I would suggest stabilizing the tempo throughout... then it would be a very lovely thing. Nice to hear it on this fine sounding instrument. :)
It must be tough to give up an Aeolian-Skinner. I love Skinner's instruments. I consider them comparable to the Kilgens. (The 5 manual at St. Patrick's cathedral has a wide variety of tonal colors, like Skinner) Anyway I wish you well on your endeavors and hope you will continue playing the organ. Excellently played by the way.
I can play bits and pieces of this by ear on a piano so I have to admire anyone who can play the whole thing. If I ever had a chance at a pedal organ, I would have to spend months teaching myself the pedals by playing just that.
8230PinChaser 1 year ago
I can play bits and pieces of this by ear on a piano so I have to admire anyone who can play the whole thing. If I ever had a chance at a pedal organ, I would have to spend months teaching myself the pedals by playing just that.
8230PinChaser 1 year ago
bravo complimenti,,
swedfog 2 years ago
Almost there, but the hesitations and stutters detract a lot. More preparation next time.
007TruthSeeker 2 years ago
Enjoyed your performance, stylistically you are right on the money! I enjoy your playing you are sensitive and attentive. Thanks for a job well done!
davbear221 3 years ago
Not to be contentious, but IMHO you do "get it". Yes, the piece is a dance, but there is no reason to assume that St. Vitus should be involved! I felt that your tempo was lilting and well-energized, but I see that some disagree with me.
So many otherwise concientious organists take Baroque music at breakneck tempi, forgetting the conditions in which they were written: more sluggish organ keying actions and cavernously reverberant acoustics being two that figure prominently.
I say BRAVO!
horndiapason 3 years ago 3
@horndiapason I agree - too much baroque music is played far too quickly. This performance has a "just right" feel for the tempo. It feels neither rushed or sluggish. I like it!
hartleymartin 7 months ago
Although I thought the same as everyone else who said it should have been more upbeat, I am no one to criticize. This was stupendous. Only masters like E. Power Biggs can make this piece prance , while still maintaining the complexity and massiveness of the texture. Bach often wrote to challenge the organist and showcase his technical expertise. This is one of those pieces.
mrpentium 3 years ago
Same opinion here. Tempo a little "too comfortable". It is a dance. (!!)
takincharge 3 years ago
Your articulation was pretty nice, but I would suggest stabilizing the tempo throughout... then it would be a very lovely thing. Nice to hear it on this fine sounding instrument. :)
blackberryjuice 4 years ago
It must be tough to give up an Aeolian-Skinner. I love Skinner's instruments. I consider them comparable to the Kilgens. (The 5 manual at St. Patrick's cathedral has a wide variety of tonal colors, like Skinner) Anyway I wish you well on your endeavors and hope you will continue playing the organ. Excellently played by the way.
cromorne 4 years ago