J. Unruh wrote:Johann Krieger (1651-1735) was an important German composer and organist of the Baroque period, known for his mastery of counterpoint and his work in Zittau. Johann Krieger was considered a very good keyboard player and contrapuntist of his time. His works were highly regarded by Johann Sebastian Bach.
The Praeludium in g-minor comes from his famous collection ‘Anmuthige Clavier-Übung’ (Nuremberg, 1698/1699).
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johann_Krieger
Organteq 2: Barock-Schnitger – St. Gertrud (Hamburg 1699)
We released this recording several years ago. We have now created a new mix of the old recording using Organteq 2.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCUQrpSPJTY
All of our music recordings can be seen at:
https://www.youtube.com/@Praeludium.Opus1
Unruh, this sounds great. You’re awesome my friend.
I love your registration in this piece.
The organ sounds exactly as I imagine an organ sound from the 17th or 18th century. It gives me such a nice feeling.
The historical organs represent a "living" history of musical craftsmanship.
It is incredible that Modartt (Roman) has been able to preserve the original builder's intention, and tonal qualities, so I have a hard time understanding why people don't use the historical organs more often, if they want to hear what it sounded like in the past.
They are important in performing repertoire from composers such as J.S. Bach and many many others, reflecting the "rich tonal palette" of their time and I'm glad you understand that.
While some early historical organs examples date back to the Middle Ages, the most historically significant, surviving instruments often date from the 16th to 18th centuries. And it’s amazing that Modartt have been able to recreate the sound of that time.
Thank you Unruh. Waiting for more music with historical organs.
Best wishes,
Stig
