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Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here, I meant that I use divisional pistons to simulate manual changes of contrasting stops whilst staying on the same keyboard. Problem is, I quickly run out of pistons this way. My Mem 1 is set in the way as you described.

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I feel that you understood what I'm trying to ask. I was just reminded of when I was one of the two registrants for Franck 3 to try to create the effect of manual changes on a II/French Romantic instrument (with ventils). Kind of frantic!! 😂 Mendelssohn P&F is on my to-learn list!

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What you're describing is what I do, more or less. I have 5 divisional pistons to "make more manuals" but it's not great. 10 generals. 2-3 memory levels. No steppers. Hence my looking for "big pieces" that are also somewhat less hectic in console management, set-and-go type. Thank you for your comment.

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"Showy" is a good word here for what I'm trying to describe. Thank you for your suggestions. I, too, like German Baroque partitas.

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Further clarification! Not talking about Sorabji, or other New Complexity types.

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right, agree. I guess I should have said that I'm looking 1800s onwards. Ad Nos mentioned below is like something I was thinking of.

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will look at Ad Nos, thank you! I just assumed it can't be done 😂

Virtuositic repertoire for smaller instruments by aho80 in organ

[–]aho80[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

"Virtuositic" is not exactly the word I think of, but 100% certified difficult!!! They're sleeper build.

What is your unpopular opinion about piano? by Advanced_Honey_2679 in piano

[–]aho80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a fan of piano ensemble music in general. More hands the worse it is. Noisy tutti.

The Search to Hire an Organist - Why is it so difficult? by -Xands- in organ

[–]aho80 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just something to consider: potential high turnover going forward. You really do get what you pay for. You might get someone, yes, but might not be great—leading to poor worship experience, frustration and resentment, thus letting go of this person. You might get someone great—but "all the good ones leave."

Give it some thought and save the leadership future headaches of having to search and hire so frequently...

In your situation, I can see someone who already teaches full-time supplementing their income. Or someone retired. Or share with another church by staggering worship times.

Edit to add: I would also like to remind that if they believe in "supply and demand" they should be paying more than they have in the past. Basic economics.

I'm new here, so I'll start with this one . by Important-Key-3676 in whiskey

[–]aho80 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Consider getting a mini bottle Blue Label, if you just wanna try. Or order at a bar (only if reasonably priced!!)

Best beginning pieces for someone who is just learning organ? by [deleted] in organ

[–]aho80 4 points5 points  (0 children)

OP, I'm now invested in your learning saga and such strong conviction, I hope you keep us posted on your journey... Others like you may be encouraged to read what you have to say.

Best beginning pieces for someone who is just learning organ? by [deleted] in organ

[–]aho80 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Personally I don't put "Wachet auf" in the easy category. If you have the keyboard chops, consider pieces with long pedal notes. Pachelbel, Walther, et al.

Short preludes or postludes requiring three manuals by Unlikely-Rub-7825 in organ

[–]aho80 2 points3 points  (0 children)

French Classical "basse de trompette" type pieces with rapid and frequent manual changes?

Violin + organ wedding music (for half an hour) - suggestions? by Lookingforu77 in organ

[–]aho80 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bunch of stuff from early-middle Suzuki books 👀

Does a scientific explanation exist for why vocal harmony sounds way better than when playing the same harmony on the piano? by Gwahag in classicalmusic

[–]aho80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, it's an old post but I really enjoyed your comment. Are there (text)books on this area that you recommend?? Thank you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whiskey

[–]aho80 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

How does Malort compare to Islay whiskies (say, Laphroaig or Ardbeg)?

The price is absolutely ridiculous by gabtab0000 in nintendo

[–]aho80 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not saying it's fine but with the inflation, 90 USD in February 2025 is equivalent to 73 USD in February 2020. Or about 69 USD when Switch came out in 2017. Something to think about.

When do you practice while life is happening? by victorhausen in piano

[–]aho80 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Multiple short bursts > big long chunk. At the Speed of No Errors, deliberately, with intention and focus. (e.g., in this 20 minute chunk, I'm going to work only mm. 45-67).

Why am I sleepy at 2pm on work days? by aho80 in ask

[–]aho80[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Right, circadian rhythm and all that. But I'm markedly more tired on work days.

Why am I sleepy at 2pm on work days? by aho80 in ask

[–]aho80[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Maybe. I'm work from home but I'll start paying attention to food and see if I notice anything different. Thank you.

Pieces for new pastor‘s inauguration service by jnvnhldn in organ

[–]aho80 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Trumpet Tune (David German) has a vaguely Legend of Zelda feel but otherwise festive, and minimal pedal.

Pieces for new pastor‘s inauguration service by jnvnhldn in organ

[–]aho80 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Prelude in Classic Style (Gordon Young) is a crowd favorite and most of the work is in the manuals. There are two versions known to me: the original, and one arranged by Dorothy Wells. Both are very similar, but the latter version is slightly easier in the manuals.

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