The Longest Organ Piece Ever Performed
Without a doubt, Bach’s “Toccata and Fugue in D minor” is probably the most famous organ piece ever written. It’s used in TV, movies, and more. But many people have only heard the iconic opening lines of the song. Few realize that the piece is nearly nine minutes long. Organ pieces and organ concertos can […]
Organs At The Front Lines
When we think about the music of the Second World War, often we think of ragtime, and big band jazz, and of course, thumping marching band music. It’s hard not to have Glenn Miller’s “American Patrol” playing along in your head when you think about the service members of WWII. But for many soldiers and […]
What to Do When You Can’t Practice
If you are an organ enthusiast like the team here at Viscount Organs, you know how hard it can be to go a long time without practicing! In fact, most of our clients practice daily to ensure that they stay on top of their technique and their skills. However, sometimes we can’t practice for whatever […]
Overcoming Your Nerves Before Performance
Right before you go on stage, you are probably going through what you will do once you are finally in front of everyone. Hopefully, you are imagining things going well! We know that there can be a lot of pressure when playing the church organ in front of a large group, especially if there are […]
The 4 Most Impressive Organs in the World
Photo from All Things Architecture The 4 Most Impressive Organs in the World Organs have long been a symbol of musical grandeur, blending intricate craftsmanship with breathtaking sound. Throughout history, some organs have stood out for their size, unique design, and extraordinary acoustics. In this post, we explore four of the most impressive organs in […]
Re-Learning an Instrument in Adulthood
How many people take music lessons at a young age, only to drop the instrument and focus more on careers or family in adulthood? The answer is, quite a lot! If this is the case for you, and you’ve found yourself wanting to get back into the instrument, we have some things for you to […]
Top Tips to Sight Reading Music
When it comes to sight reading music, some musicians love the challenge and could work on it all day. For others, they dread hearing those words. Those of you who are terrified by sight reading music, we are here to help! Here are some of the top tips from Viscount Organs to keep in mind […]
How to Perfect Your Pedal Technique
How to Perfect Your Pedal Technique on the Organ If you play the organ—whether a pipe organ or a digital organ—you know how essential pedal technique is for producing beautiful music. Yet, many organists neglect pedal scales in their daily practice because they are unsure how to approach them efficiently. This is a mistake! Practicing […]
Top Organ Pieces
When it comes to finding a challenging organ piece to play, there are so many that are covered regularly. However, what are some of the top pieces, and what is it that makes them so great? Today, we’ve compiled some of our favorite organ works for you to learn to play on your new, Viscount […]
Why Should Pianists Learn the Organ?
If you are a musician, specifically a pianist, it’s likely that you have already developed a lifelong love of music and performance. Many musicians, especially those who are looking to expand their musical talents to another instrument, look to challenge themselves and grow. In fact, we have found that versatility in instruments can make stronger […]