Schnitger organ, Pipe organ in Grasberg Lutheran church, Germany.
Description
The Schnitger organ in Grasberg Church is a pipe organ with twenty-one stops across two manuals and pedal. Many of its original mechanical parts from 1694 remain functional, allowing the instrument to produce sound much as it did three centuries ago.
History
The organ was built in the late 1600s for a Hamburg orphanage and moved to Grasberg in 1788. This relocation preserved the instrument for a new community and secured its survival to the present day.
Culture
The instrument bears the name of Arp Schnitger, one of northern Germany's most respected organ builders. It continues to sound during worship and concerts, connecting visitors to centuries of musical craftsmanship.
Practical
Visiting is best timed with religious services or concerts when the organ actually plays. Check ahead about events in the church so you can hear the instrument in action.
Did you know?
The organ's facade features three towers with a raised center section and blends elements from different periods. This distinctive design makes it a visual focal point within the church interior.
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