Organ in St. Cyprian-and Cornelius church, Pipe organ at Saint Cyprian and Cornelius church, Ganderkesee, Germany.
The organ at Saint Cyprian and Cornelius church contains 22 stops spread across two manuals and a pedal board. The instrument displays northern German organ-building methods with components from multiple craftsmen.
The instrument was built by Arp Schnitger in 1699 and expanded with a pedal section by Johann Hinrich Klapmeyer in 1760. A comprehensive restoration in 2005 secured it for future generations.
The space attracts music lovers who gather here for concerts and classical performances. It forms part of the community's religious life and is played during worship services.
Access is through the church, which is open to visitors at certain times. Concerts happen regularly and offer the best chance to hear the instrument in action.
The instrument is made up of pipes from five different organ builders added over the centuries. Each craftsman contributed to the sound character through their own style and techniques.
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