[Grant, Degens And Bradbeer...]

If the worst ever comes to the worst and this organ is ousted,

 

 

I take it this isn't a serious possibility at the moment?

[Grant, Degens And Bradbeer...]

Oh - what a shame. This is the reply I received from the Chapel Administrator:

 

The assistant organist tells me that a couple of big recitals are planned: I'll make sure they are posted on the website and by poster!

 

I'm sure there would be interest in recitals on this instrument.

[Grant, Degens And Bradbeer...]

I've been keeping an eye on the various websites but have yet to see any mention of the recitals. Will keep watching!

[St Pauls Cathedral]

I would very much like to attend. Please count me in.

 

Thanks - looking forward to it!

 

Mark W.

[Worcester Cathedral]

Worryingly, yes! I also answer to Mark.

 

Looking forward to the day out.

 

Thanks Neil and Whrrr (Do you get called that by your wife....????) I make that 24 names so far...could be a fun day!

 

A

[Worcester Cathedral]

Yes please - I'd like to attend.

[Grant, Degens And Bradbeer...]

You could try a PM to 'Justadad' - I believe that his son is now Organ Scholar there.

 

Thanks for the suggestion. I have since been in touch with New College and the very helpful Chapel Administrator tells me that the Assistant Organist is planning a couple of "big recitals" very soon, so I will keep an eye open and let you know. It should also be advertised on one of the NC websites.

 

Mark

[Grant, Degens And Bradbeer...]

Does anyone know if recitals are still given on this instrument? I cannot find details of any. Listening during Evensong is, of course, wonderful but I would love to hear it as a solo instrument for an hour or so.

 

Thanks,

Mark

[The Organs Of Oxford - Volume 2, Cd.]

Thank you, Both. I seem to have tracked a copy down so all is well.

 

Thanks again,

Mark

 

GEMM, Musicstack and Amazon spring to mind. You might also try ebay if you are prepared to wait for the pages to load!!

 

Hope this helps,

 

R

[The Organs Of Oxford - Volume 2, Cd.]

I'm looking for a copy of The Organs of Oxford, Volume 2, in CD format. It's no longer in production but having enjoyed Volume 1 I'm keen to find a copy. Does anyone know where I could find it, second-hand or otherwise?

 

With thanks,

Mark

[Gaffes In Publc]

I recently read Stephen Fry's autobiography, Moab is my Washpot. In this, he describes how he discovered how to change all the piston settings on the 3-manual organ in the school chapel. He gives a wonderful description of how the master playing for Sunday chapel service struggles with all sorts of unexpected noises and reactions as well as a view in the organist's mirror of the master desperatley trying to reset the settings during the sermon! I recommend reading this book, if only for this wonderful tale.

[New Oxford Aubertin]

Thank you to everyone who organised this open day. I thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon and was most impressed with this new and refreshing instrument. Well done!

 

Mark Walker

[Christmas Presents For Organists]

Agree totally about the Tomkins - it's a wonderful piece and this performance is magical. Nicholson's O pray for the peace is also a gem. I think the LP may have been on the Argo label originally, but my version is the horribly cheap Saga reissue. Sadly the OxRecs CD is now out of print and there are no plans to reprint it. I know, coz I tried to get a copy earlier this year.

 

I managed to obtain a copy of this excellent recording yesterday, direct from Magdalen College. If you look at the Magdalen College website there are ordering instructions. It looks like it's also possible to collect in person at the lodge.

 

Needless to say, I'm enjoying listing to it - superb.