Of course pipe organs are finely tuned instruments that are capable of complementing any piece of music, from Beethoven to Bach. Around for hundreds of years, these instruments are the backbone of parishes, concert halls, and even school music programs. However, what you may look past is the sheer beauty and size of these magnificent instruments. So in this blog article, we’ve gone out into the world of social media, Instagram to be exact, and put together our choice of 4 pipe organs photos that BLEW us away!
You all know that Philly is home to the original cheesesteak sandwich, but it’s also home to one of the most beautiful organs in the country. The cathedral organ at the Cathedral Basilica of St Peter and Paul is one of the largest organs in all of Philadelphia. From its massive pipes to its ornate gold inlays, St. Peter and Paul’s cathedral organ is a magnificent piece of art. To learn more about this exquisite piece, CLICK HERE.
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With over 7,000 pipes and more than 100 registers, the Sauer Organ in the Berlin Cathedral is one of the most awe inspiring sites that you can witness. This organ, built by William Sauer and dedicated in 1905, has been producing magnificent concerts in the parish for the last 100 years. A main attraction of the cathedral, the church gift shop contains many different offerings of concerts featuring the beautiful pipe organ. To learn more about the Sauer Organ, CLICK HERE.
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Located in Norway, the Nidaros Cathedral is known not only for being the burial place for one of the first Kings of Norway, but for its two beautiful pipe organs, the Steinmayer Organ and the Wagner Organ. The newer of the two organs, the Steinmayer is a striking collection of silver pipes arranged in a staggered pattern with a stained glass oculus beaming light into the parish. A favorite organ for many, it’s a must see on any trip to Norway. To learn more about the Steinmayer or Wagner organ, visit the Nidaros Cathedral website by CLICKING HERE.
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Built in the late 1600s, the historic organs at Saint Théodorit Uzes have seen many restoration projects over the many years in operation. The combination of gold, gray moldings, statues and fixtures, make this organs grande facade a site to behold. To learn more about the organ and its many restorations, CLICK HERE.
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