Moederkerk-orrelweek: Arnold Miller

Miller is a newcomer to Organ Week. His impressive programme consists of four Offertoires by composers Corrette, Dubois, Vierne and GF Couperin, as well as the Finale from Widor’s 6th Symphony. Miller is the organist at the New Apostolic Church De Kuilen.

The Offertory in worship services is the time for giving so that sharing can take place. The Offertory as a musical genre originated from the Offertory moment in the Catholic liturgy. Offertory music in classical worship services does not have to be boring. French composers in particular embraced the Offertory genre (Offertoire in French) and created exciting works full of contrast in atmosphere, tempo and virtuosity. Each organist’s programme contains mainly Offertoriums/Offertoires. The Moederkerk’s very special organ is capable of a wide variety of sound colours and is showcased in these performances. Close-ups of the organist’s hands and feet will be shown on the screens. This year’s organists are from Stellenbosch, Cape Town, Hermanus and Humansdorp.