Organ matters - Organs matter!

Quote from: Ian van Deurne on September 20, 2013, 01:07:18 PM
There was a reaction of course by some, resulting in the famous court case to test whether Mr. Hammond should even be allowed to call his invention an organ at all, since there was nothing 'organic' in the method of sound generation. He successfully proved (or his team of lawyers did), that as the production of sound in a pipe organ came from the natural oscillation of air in a tube, then the oscillation of an electric current (which is also a natural phenomenon) within a coil is exactly the same thing.

Lawyers!

The sound of a violin is caused by oscillations of a string, and that also is a natural phenomenon.

So that makes a violin an organ?!

My apologies for straying slightly, but MM's post (above) reminds me just what an excellent musician Francis Jackson is.  Not surprisingly, due to his age, we don't hear as much about him now, more's the pity, but I'm sure we all have very happy recollections.

I don't know why they don't use magnets to simulate tracker touch (in association with normally sprung keys).  A small magnet in each key with a steel strip directly above.

On the other hand, I wonder whether it would be acceptable to use an electric motor to rotate the star(s)/ring the bells rather than relying on a traditional jet of air.  It would also allow the zimbelstern to stop instantly.

I'm sure even I could put something like that together, although I'd have to shell out for good quality bells (or perhaps buy a few budgie bells from the pet shop!).

Fair enough.  As a fairly new member I shall disclose my innermost secrets.

I am not an organist as I lack the necessary skills.  How anyone can play an instrument with both hands and both feet all moving in completely different directions completely baffles me.

I have had, however, a literally lifelong interest in the organ particularly its design and construction.  If I had had the foresight when much younger, I would have applied for an apprenticeship with an established organ builder.  If I could turn back the clock...!  (Still, then I would never have met my dear wife.)

I'd love to see that.  I don't suppose you know of any YouTube recordings?

Quote from: David Wyld on March 14, 2013, 10:33:36 AM

What is your level number there?  We always leave a setting on level 69 for when we visit - its our experience that players usually start at level 1  or at 255 and work back, so they rarely get to level 69!

Regards,

DW

Good idea!  But why not level 127?

Quote from: David Pinnegar on February 05, 2013, 01:41:51 PM
High wind pressure?

;D

I doubt it!  Of course, the environment would have been much quieter in those days.  No motorised traffic, no aeroplanes, no ghetto blasters, etc, etc.

Thanks.  I'm presently watching it on BBC HD, which started a couple of hours later, for some reason.

 ;D

Quote:  'Further information:
Organ produces a "fat sound";'

Not surprising really; it's virtually an octopod!

Yes, a shame.  I remember school speech days there with Keith Rhodes playing.  I seem to remember it had a lovely tone.

Congratulations.  Well done, MM.

Now could you PLEASE get us out of the EU?

Quote from: Barrie Davis on May 08, 2012, 07:50:01 PM
Hi

St Andrews Netherton has just installed solar panels, it will take 11 years to recoup the costs but I am sure in the long term the benefits will be enormous.

Best wishes

Barrie

How long can solar panels be expected to last before replacement is necessary?

I like the 'viol D' bamba 8ft'!

Quote from: Bobbell9 on November 05, 2012, 05:01:06 PM
They got $100,000 grant so work is underway, see (and join supporters at) www.boardwalkpipes.com

Thanks.  Good news but, I suspect, a drop in the ocean that will be required.  Let's hope things don't fizzle out!

Just how likely is it that this organ will ever be restored to full working operation?  Are any parts beyond repair, or is it just a matter of putting things right bit by bit as time and finances permit?

Who takes any notice of road signs?!

Quote from: MusingMuso on September 13, 2012, 06:33:48 PM

Just for the sake of pedantry...   
...I would recommend a visit to the splendid Georgian theatre at Richmond, in what was (quite rightly) North Yorkshire rather than the absurdly small and absurdly constituted county of Richmond.

With my pedant's hat on, may I correct you on this small point.  Richmond is, of course, in the North Riding of Yorkshire and has been for centuries!

I'm certainly no expert on Buddhism, but I'm sure that Buddhists would have absolutely no reason not to want to come into a church.

I'm sure that some of them would even enjoy attending an organ recital!

I was rather shocked to hear this.  His stated aim of making the organ interesting to everyone should be applauded.  I'm sure he will be sorely missed.