Golden Jubilee: Marc N... - Yarno Missiaen - Audio CD (Arrives in 50 days)

Marc Nagels (°1952) The decision to record these three instruments on CD was made in close consultation between the organists and myself. They are part of my later work as an organ builder, and I am grateful that I did not carry out these alterations at a younger age. It is only with the experience that comes with age that I have been able to achieve these results. Although the instruments were not built entirely by me, I was able to thoroughly reshape their sound according to my own aesthetic vision. Each of the three organs underwent radical modifications. The German organ found a new home in Nieuwerkerken in a beautiful Belgian case. This ultimately proved to be a real puzzle. The initially somewhat sharp-sounding pipework was carefully reworked so that it could be made to sing in its new environment and integrated into a balanced sound. The instrument was also supplemented with a few older, valuable registers that were still available. The rather modest Ruef organ in Stevoort was given sufficient wind to produce a clear and convincing sound without straining. The instrument now fills the space in a warm and balanced way. The majestic three-manual organ in Zonhoven was allowed to retain its versatile character without being reduced to its original, smaller disposition. Nevertheless, considerable changes were necessary. The higher registers no longer dominate the whole, but allow their brilliance to sound freely and naturally. At the same time, the fundamental tone of the lower voices was strengthened, giving the whole a harmonious balance. I hope you enjoy these sounds, brought to life by virtuoso hands. My sincere thanks go to both organists who have lent their talent to this recording. Marc Nagels Organbuilder

Label: Etcetera | Origin: Holland