I love the organ. No other instrument comes close to producing such noble and
powerful sounds. But it can be a
bit of a beast to play. I would
have loved to attend one of Alexander Schreiner’s Bach recitals in the Salt
Lake Tabernacle. Nine of his hymns
are included in the 1985 edition of the Latter-day Saint hymnal. I chose one of them for my fifth
prelude.
Fun
fact: When
Chuck’s Grandpa Hutchings was on his mission in Germany, he and his companion
would operate the bellows of the organ while 11-year-old Alex would play. Based on his uncle’s recollection, this
was done at one of the big Lutheran churches, probably in Nuremberg.
Prelude No. 5: While of These Emblems We Partake
Prelude No. 5: While of These Emblems We Partake
Heavenly and yet overlayed with a sorrow that resolves in a sweet hope!!! Xoxox just closed my eyes and listened. Thank you for writing with the spirit, love you Harry Touchings xo
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