Played with Keith Chapman on numerous occasions back in the late '60s - early '70s before his untimely death in '85. He was so magnanimous and openly welcomed our brass quintet to perform with him on weekends during Christmas time. Based on the size of the hall and the organ, we had no fear of overpowering Keith.... such a GRAND instrument.
The amazing thing about the great organs-of which this is truly one-is that (except for commercially manufactured ones) no two are the same. This six manual organ is truly a king among kings, with a nearly infinite variety of sounds. One can see why the organ is called the king of instruments.
I miss the Wanamaker concerts in Philadelphia, having left the area 40 yrs ago. So, thanks to those who maintain and play this magnificent instrument! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thrilled for the Wanamaker Grand Court Organ Day Concert! What a diverse and captivating program by the assistant organists. Looking forward to the next performance!
When I was a small boy I got to sit next to Virgil Fox as he played the organ . What a experience. My dad was in management at Wanamaker. I got to explore many of the places off of the floor:
These Wannamaker recitals are a real treat! I was able to play this instrument (briefly) way bakc when I was at Eaton's Canada and visiting Macy's exec for business reasons. It's an awesome instrument unrivaled anywhere really. And these organists make it really work hard. Thank you Macy's!!!
Thank you so much for posting this. I so enjoyed being able to see/hear all these wonderful performances. The Wanamaker is such a treasure. I'm so grateful it is currently in such great shape and being maintained to such a high standard!
Beautiful! Thanks to Wannamaker's and to all the organists. Curious how the fourth gentleman's (Luke's) I-Pad knows when to advance the music pages without any physical contact?
An ignorant person speaking, forgive me... But How do they change the stops? I've watched her hands and feet and also the person turning pages and I can't for the life of me see how the stops are changed! Sometimes many stops are altered in a fraction of a second, but neither of the people seem to be responsible for doing it? How is it done? So I've just now watched the video further, and when some organists are playing, their helper is pressing a button on the lower keyboard that changes the stops, but with other organists that button is NOT being pressed by anyone, yet the stops are still somehow changing... This really intrigues me, I won't sleep until I know how this is happening!
Actually, a significant undertaking happened in the past year to improve the sound quality in the recording system. Hopefully future videos will be more to your liking.
Played with Keith Chapman on numerous occasions back in the late '60s - early '70s before his untimely death in '85. He was so magnanimous and openly welcomed our brass quintet to perform with him on weekends during Christmas time.
Based on the size of the hall and the organ, we had no fear of overpowering Keith.... such a GRAND instrument.
One could spend a lifetime exploring the sounds of this magnificent instrument.
The amazing thing about the great organs-of which this is truly one-is that (except for commercially manufactured ones) no two are the same. This six manual organ is truly a king among kings, with a nearly infinite variety of sounds. One can see why the organ is called the king of instruments.
I miss the Wanamaker concerts in Philadelphia, having left the area 40 yrs ago. So, thanks to those who maintain and play this magnificent instrument! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thrilled for the Wanamaker Grand Court Organ Day Concert! What a diverse and captivating program by the assistant organists. Looking forward to the next performance!
So to be an assistant, you have to possess the skills, and abilities of the master organist.
I've heard this instrument many many times. The first time was in the mid-1950's....am I really that old!
80 in Oct. Glad there's somebody older than me😃
Of course not, you are much younger than you think!!!!! R I G H T°°¿
I love the majestic sounds of this organ. It truly is the King of Instruments.
I really enjoyed Nimrod. Thanks for the program, which I appreciated.
Thank you for uploading this video on TH-cam, so I can listen to a fantastic organ recital on this fabulous organ.
When I was a small boy I got to sit next to Virgil Fox as he played the organ . What a experience. My dad was in management at Wanamaker. I got to explore many of the places off of the floor:
Kudos, and respect to the young lady (the 2nd organist) on her ability at such a young age to play a pipe organ..❤❤😊😊
Especially delightful watching the organist's hands fly over all the manuels in Mendleshon's scherzo. Excellent performance by all organists.
These Wannamaker recitals are a real treat! I was able to play this instrument (briefly) way bakc when I was at Eaton's Canada and visiting Macy's exec for business reasons. It's an awesome instrument unrivaled anywhere really. And these organists make it really work hard. Thank you Macy's!!!
A real pleasure to hear 'Cortège et Litanie' from Marcel Dupré, who played on this organ, and transcribed this orchestra work for this organ, maybe ?
Couldn't be there in person this time. Thank you for recording and posting this wonderful collection.
I went to a version of this day pre-pandemic, with chamber tours, etc. It was a real joy, and so is this video.
Ye gads what a 6 manual monster! Heard it once while in Philly for Peace Corps training 1983❣️🎼🎵🎶
Congratulations for the marvelous music !!! I enjoyed a lot. Amazing!
A wonderful event......thanks for making it available for all to see and hear...great selections and performances! What an instrument....🎹👏⭐️👍
Thank you all! The concert was absolutely divine!
Thanks to Macy's too!
Thank you so much for posting this. I so enjoyed being able to see/hear all these wonderful performances. The Wanamaker is such a treasure. I'm so grateful it is currently in such great shape and being maintained to such a high standard!
wonderfull Dupré ! Thanks !
I just love the rich mellow tones of this instrument. Wonderful
Absolutely a delight!!! What magnificent sound!!!
We were in Philly just a few days before this and had a private tour of the organ. Sorry we couldn't extend our trip to be there for this event!
That was a terrific concert. The amount of talent was astounding. Thank you for your dedication and work!
Magnifico ! Saluti da Vicenza, Italia
Grazie !
Was wonderful to hear the inticate nuances of this amazing instrument.
3:02 Absolutely zero room for another key or knob. Amazing.
How wonderful!
Great recording ! Thanks 👍🏻
🙂🙂👍👍⛪️⛪️❤ gyönyörű
Hairy on the back of my neck standing up What a wonderefull instrument played by very tallented Musicians
Organ has always been my favorite instrument, everything else comes in second collectively. 😅
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Excellent playing & wonderful organ music. Lots of talent & dedicated musicians. Where is this organ?
i like sekular organs very much too!
Coolness!
Nimrod @ 55:27 !😢!!
Beautiful! Thanks to Wannamaker's and to all the organists. Curious how the fourth gentleman's (Luke's) I-Pad knows when to advance the music pages without any physical contact?
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3. 08
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When was this? Sorry I m missed it live.
Are these concerts publicized anywhere? I'd really like to attend a future event.
An ignorant person speaking, forgive me...
But How do they change the stops?
I've watched her hands and feet and also the person turning pages and I can't for the life of me see how the stops are changed!
Sometimes many stops are altered in a fraction of a second, but neither of the people seem to be responsible for doing it?
How is it done?
So I've just now watched the video further, and when some organists are playing, their helper is pressing a button on the lower keyboard that changes the stops, but with other organists that button is NOT being pressed by anyone, yet the stops are still somehow changing...
This really intrigues me, I won't sleep until I know how this is happening!
Marvelous players and selections -- but really, is there a reason these events can't enjoy better mic placement?
Actually, a significant undertaking happened in the past year to improve the sound quality in the recording system. Hopefully future videos will be more to your liking.
Les faussetés sur l anche du grand orgue ne dérangent personne + ?????
Wow!