Uzès Cathedral organ

The Daublaine and Callinet organ at Saint-Théodorit Cathedral in Uzès is a large mechanical instrument made up of hundreds of pipes arranged in different sections. The organist controls these pipes through a keyboard and stop levers to produce the various sounds and tones needed for performances.

The organ was built in 1843 by French builders Daublaine and Callinet and received official recognition as a historical monument in 1934. A major restoration in the 1960s maintained the original structure while adding technical improvements for better performance.

The organ is played during religious services and public concerts within the cathedral, reflecting musical traditions that developed over many generations. Visitors can hear how different stops and pipes create sounds that were important to church life and community celebrations.

The organ can be heard during regular church services and special concert events held in the cathedral throughout the year. The best time to visit is during these musical performances when the instrument is being played.

The organ blends original 19th century components with 20th century technical improvements, creating a rare mix of historical craftsmanship and modern engineering. This allows it to perform contemporary repertoire while retaining the sound qualities that defined its original design.