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The Hague, Lutherse Kerk
The Bätz organ in the Lutheran Church in The Hague is one of the most impressive historical organs in the Netherlands. Built in 1762 by the renowned organ builder Johann Heinrich Hartmann Bätz, this organ is known for its rich sound and refined craftsmanship. The organ has 50 stops, divided over three keyboards and a pedal. The ‘Lutheran’ is a building with excellent acoustics, creating a beautiful harmony between the organ and the space. The organ is regularly used for concerts and services, allowing many to enjoy its magnificent sounds. And now, it is not only in The Hague but also in your living room!
Concerts
The Bätz organ is regularly used for concerts by prominent Dutch organists. Marco den Toom brings a contemporary twist to classical and modern compositions with his virtuoso playing and creative programs. The annual New Year’s concert by André van Vliet is a cherished tradition, featuring festive and inspiring music. Sander van de Houten and Martin Mans add their unique styles to the musical offerings, ranging from meditative and spiritual music to spectacular improvisations. These concerts showcase the versatility of the organ.
History
The former church building of the Evangelical Lutheran congregation in The Hague housed a Schonat organ from 1648. In 1724, Rudolph Garrels modified the organ and also enhanced its case. In 1753, Johann Heinrich Hartmann Bätz built a new organ into the existing cases, incorporating some pipes from older stops into the new instrument. In 1759, Bätz dismantled the organ and stored it due to the demolition of the old church and the construction of the current one. The new organ was completed in 1762, much of which has been preserved to this day. In 1921, the organ was expanded with a swell box, pneumatically fed from the wind chests of the great organ and pedal. A new Sesquialtera II was added to the choir organ, and an electric wind machine was installed. In 1948, Bik added two stops to the great organ: an Octave 4' and a Sharp III. The Salicional 4' by Jonathan Bätz was replaced by a new Nasard 3'. From 1988 onwards, phased restorations were undertaken by Flentrop Orgelbouw in Zaandam. A major restoration of all remaining components was carried out between June 2006 and September 2007, aiming to restore the organ to its 1762/1837 condition while retaining the 1921 swell box.
Sample sets: Hauptwerk and Sweelinq
As of December 2024, the Bätz organ of the Lutheran Church is available as a sampleset. Organists can use these sets on all Content Cambiare organs via the Hauptwerk and Sweelinq platforms. These samplesets have been meticulously recorded to faithfully reproduce the unique sound and acoustics of the original organ. This allows organists worldwide to experience the distinctive sound of this historic instrument, even without being physically present in the church. The samplesets offer an unparalleled playing experience and enable organists to explore the rich history and tonal world of the Bätz organ.
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The Hague, Lutherse Kerk
Specifications
General
- Bätz, 1762
- 3 manuals
- 50 stops
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