Stainer: The Organ

COMPOSER: John Stainer 
PUBLISHER: Schirmer 
INSTRUMENTATION: Organ 
FORMAT: Paperback 
PAGES: 124 
RETAIL PRICE: $12.95 
CONDITION: Used-Good. Some shelf wear, fading around score edges, some creasing at corners, no pencil/pen markings.

Sir John Stainer's The Organ is a foundational text in organ pedagogy, offering a comprehensive guide for beginners and intermediate players. Originally published in the late 19th century, this manual has stood the test of time, remaining a valuable resource for those seeking to master organ technique.

Stainer's objective was "to place the true principles of organ playing before the beginner," enabling students to confront and overcome the instrument's challenges from the outset. The book begins with a concise history of the organ, followed by detailed explanations of its construction, including discussions on various stops and their management. A significant portion is devoted to practical studies, covering topics such as pedal technique, manual touch precision, hand-foot independence, pedal scales, trios, and finger substitution to achieve a perfect legato.

This edition, adapted for both pneumatic and electric actions, provides outstanding information on organ history, construction, and practical exercises, including some of the best-published exercises for pedal use.