Matthias Neumann, the organist on this album, was born in 1984 and is a professor for organ at two German universities.
Instruments
The organ in Göttingen-Geismar, built in 1861 by Philipp Furtwängler, combines late Baroque sound ideals with features that point towards the Romantic era.
Recording & Production
This album was produced to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Bente-Orgelbau, an organ workshop known for its restorations and new builds.
Instruments
The organ in Hamburg-Fuhlsbüttel, originally designed in 1962 as a typical North German Baroque organ, was re-intonated to achieve a more balanced and brilliant sound with a broader foundation.
Performer Biography
Matthias Neumann, the organist, was the recipient of the Bach Prize of the City of Leipzig in 2012.
Instruments
The organ in Mandelsloh, built in 1878 by Philipp Furtwängler, features an early mechanical crescendo system that automatically engages registers but cannot be controlled in pace.
Instruments
The album features three organs that have been restored or refurbished by Bente-Orgelbau, two of which were built by Philipp Furtwängler (1800-1867).
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