Choir organ of the Nantes Cathedral

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Choir organ of the Nantes Cathedral, Pipe organ in Nantes Cathedral, France

The choir organ contains mechanical components crafted from wood, pine, tin, zinc, and various metals, forming an intricate musical instrument within the cathedral walls.

The cathedral's choir organ remained intact through World War II bombings and a 1972 fire, maintaining its functionality for religious services.

Musicians perform both religious compositions and secular concerts on this instrument, continuing centuries of musical traditions in the Loire region.

The organ's position in the cathedral allows performers to coordinate with choirs while maintaining direct sight lines to congregational activities.

The instrument received multiple modifications throughout centuries, adapting to evolving musical preferences while preserving its core mechanical structure.

Location: Nantes

Made from material: wood, pine, metal, tin, zinc

GPS coordinates: 47.21847,-1.55004

Latest update: March 8, 2025 22:19

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