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10 Scary-Good Performances of Bach’s Toccata and Fugue

10 Scary-Good Performances of Bach’s Toccata and Fugue

Explore the Classical California Ultimate Playlist's blog series, featuring awe-inspiring performances of Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D minor on various instruments, from organ to glass harp.

Bach
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Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Organ

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Organ

Tune in for a special Halloween edition of Car Tunes featuring the spookiest instrument, the organ! Enjoy works by Bach, Widor, Saint-Saëns, and a surprise from Phantom of the Opera.

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How Do You Tune a Pipe Organ and How Often Do They Need Tuning?

How Do You Tune a Pipe Organ and How Often Do They Need Tuning?

Alan Chapman explains pipe organ tuning, a process affected by temperature changes and requiring adjustments to pipe lengths. The process can take up to a year for larger organs.

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01/14/2020

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