There is a very impressive Catholic church in Ste. Genevieve. Not surprising, since the town was founded in 1735 by French Catholics, but it was in beautiful condition for a place that has seen much better days.
While we were looking around, I heard what sounded like quiet arpeggios. Their source was unclear. It hit me that the music was Baroque. Then the bass notes of the organ dug under the delicate top line. When I looked at the choir loft I saw someone at the console but could not make out the person. A telephoto lens did a better job. The boy in the picture below couldn't be much more than 12 but he played with great assurance and technique.
Note the On Air sign on the wall. There must have been radio broadcasts of the organ or choir at one time.
While we were looking around, I heard what sounded like quiet arpeggios. Their source was unclear. It hit me that the music was Baroque. Then the bass notes of the organ dug under the delicate top line. When I looked at the choir loft I saw someone at the console but could not make out the person. A telephoto lens did a better job. The boy in the picture below couldn't be much more than 12 but he played with great assurance and technique.
Note the On Air sign on the wall. There must have been radio broadcasts of the organ or choir at one time.
magnifique eglise et la photo du vitrail avec la statue en contre jour est superbe
ReplyDeleteMerci pour ce beau reportage.
ReplyDeleteBravo au jeune organiste. J'adore entrer dans une église et entendre de la musique.
Tout le monde parle français aujourd'hui alors moi aussi. Remarquable église avec ces superbes vitraux.
ReplyDeleteJeune homme, continuez. Il n'y a rien de plus beau que la musique sacrée.
Marvelous scenes from the church. The boy impresses me. He is fortunate to have the talent to play an organ and play it well. That will entertain and stimulate him over a lifetime.
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful church! I love all the details and the stained glass.
ReplyDeleteAnd quite interesting that such a young man would take up the organ. It's not one of the "cooler" instruments, but he looks like a cool kid to me! :)
That is a gorgeous church, Bob.
ReplyDeleteNow, you've done it. Bringing back those altarboy memories...
ReplyDeletebtw Ya, I could be around. When you coming J,J or A?
Beautiful symmetry on top. Great shot, Bob.
ReplyDeleteOh it's such a pretty church Bob, I'd call it a 'feminine' church and surprisingly so seeing as it's a Catholic church, they seemto be to be a bit more dark and serious looking. Beautifully shown indeed.
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