February 2013

Copenhagen is home to the organ collection of St. Andreas Church, nine small church organs representing various Danish organ builders

At the north end of Copenhagen’s city center, nestled peacefully near the botanical gardens on Gothersgade, lies the Sankt Andreas Kirke.

A harpsichordist in Aeolian-Skinner land:

2012 East Texas Pipe Organ Festival 

Glück Pipe Organs, New York, New York: Mayflower Congregational United Church of Christ, 

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Glück Pipe Organs, New York, New York

Mayflower Congregational 

United Church of Christ, 

Background

In 2013 there are several composers whose anniversaries can be commemorated, albeit some of the dates are not known for certain; there are a few lesser-known names here whose compositions are well worth exploring. 

Organ Method V

Scott Smith Pipe Organs, Lansing, Michigan: Newman Residence, Clio, Michigan

Scott Smith Pipe Organs, 

Lansing, Michigan

Newman Residence, 

The most important reason for assessing the value of a pipe organ is for the purpose of determining appropriate insurance coverage

What’s it worth?

The Petit and Fritsen Bellfoundry delivered a new mobile carillon to the city of Belgorod, Russia. With 51 bells, the carillon has a compass from B-flat to D.