Jerome-Joseph de Momigny and French classical organ registration
Composers of the French organ school of the Classical period were meticulous in writing out types of registration. Alexei Panov discusses evidence for the exact composition of Grand Jeu and Plein Jeu registrations, in the light of writings of the time.
Organists’ fees – freelance organists
Competition law prevents trade associations and organisations from recommending rates for musicians’ freelance work.
However, there are a number of resources available to help those considering fees for employed organists and directors of music, and these may include some useful background information on some of the issues to consider.
An introduction to playing styles with Daniel Moult: 3 The North German Praeludium
Daniel Moult’s third video on the playing styles for different organ schools covers the North German Praeludium and Fuga.
The choral music of Benjamin Britten – a conductor’s perspective
Paul Spicer looks at Britten’s music that is performable in church, and suggests that choir directors have a treasure trove of wide-ranging music, from a great musical mind, which needs to be explored beyond the familiar.
Building a repertoire with Gerdi Troskie
Gerdi Troskie gives an overview of manageable repertoire for the beginner, including music for manuals only as well as manuals and pedals.
Developing your hymn playing with Daniel Moult
In this second video on hymn playing, Daniel Moult considers advanced techniques such as ways to decorate a hymn, reharmonisations and hymn extensions.
An introduction to pedal technique with Jonathan Bunney
In this video Jonathan Bunney introduces the essentials of developing a pedal technique on the organ, discussing foot position and action, pivoting, and learning to find the notes.
An introduction to playing styles with Daniel Moult: 2 French Baroque
In this second video on playing styles, Daniel Moult discusses style and performance practice for the French Baroque school.
Viscount Organs launches RCO membership offer
Viscount Classical Organs offers free membership of the Royal College of Organists to new and recent customers.
The initiative means that anyone buying a Viscount organ for home practice will receive a year’s free membership of the RCO.
