What It's Really Like Visiting Bach's Leipzig (SOPP800)

Welcome to Episode 800 of the Secrets of Organ Playing Podcast! In this milestone episode, Vidas and Ausra reflect on reaching 800 episodes and share their recent tour experience visiting the musical heart of J.S. Bach’s world: Leipzig, Germany.Join us as we discuss:• Visiting the interactive Bach Museum, original manuscripts, and the historic Bach chest• Stepping inside St. Thomas Church (Thomaskirche) and reflecting at Bach’s grave• The striking history and modern architecture of Leipzig University’s Paulinum (St. Paul’s Church)• Performing with the Vilnius University Choir "Gaudeamus" for Leipzig University Choir's 100th anniversary• Our impressions of playing the rebuilt Paulinum organ, navigating the bench, and acoustics for Baltic & classical duet repertoire• The realities (and cleanliness!) of historic organ loftsThank you so much for your continuous support, Super Thanks, and encouragement over the past 800 episodes! Remember: When you practice, miracles happen!Total Organist - the most comprehensive organ training program online: https://www.organduo.lt/total-organist