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changerianz (September 21, 2008 at 10:17 pm)
whats the difference between a casavant organ and a french organ or are they the same?
tyfardee (August 1, 2008 at 12:15 pm)
This is not too fast, Bachorgan. It is in a SINGLE tempo throughout - something we hardly EVER hear anymore. Why? Because most organists have the idea that they can do anything they want with the masterworks. WRONG. Mr. Motise's approach is simple - he follows the music, attending to EVERY detail, and equally importantly, the LARGER PICTURE. This playing is flawless in my view.
bachorgan (July 31, 2008 at 6:14 am)
Beucoup trop vite !!! mais bien jouée quand même! 5 *
tyfardee (July 28, 2008 at 9:46 am)
Yes - isn't it wonderful when the performer is heard but not seen? I have attended Mr. Motise's live performances, and hardly noticed his presence. The presence of the master composers, however, is unmistakeable. Egomaniacs take note.
goodguysdoll (July 27, 2008 at 6:30 am)
The greatest organ builders on earth. Just look at these organs...great montage
catharticartist1 (July 27, 2008 at 3:53 am)
This is so beautiful for a multitude of reasons:The playing is exquisite and very unique, you feature the organ, the church and give great honor to the Master, Bach. You, the performer are not seen once. I found that most impressive of all. This wasn't 'about you', but about Bach, the music and the gorgeous Casavant organ. Yes, Bravo.
tyfardee (July 26, 2008 at 2:22 pm)
This is a wonderful video. First of all, the playing of the Bach is phenomenal - really unlike any performance I've heard before. The piece simply flows naturally without a single extraneous gesture. And the slide show is a testament to the beauty of the Casavant organ, both tonally and visually. Bravo, Darren Motise. You are a superb musician. |