Organ Festival Holland

The Organ Festival Holland is organized by the International Schnitger Organ Competition Foundation. The foundation aims to let young organists get acquainted with the world famous organs of the Grote St. Laurenskerk in Alkmaar and to offer them a platform.

During the festival the Van Covelens-organ (1511) and the large Van Hagerbeer/Schnitger-organ (1646/1725) form the benchmark for the interpretation. With their sublime sound and gorgeous exterior the organs in Alkmaar play a leading role in passing on the organ tradition. The great challenge to the participants of our festival is to allow these organs to sound at their best.The international jury and the experienced teachers fulfill an intermediary and stimulating role in the whole process.