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L'Organiste Pratique, Op. 58, Bk. 11: Organ, Methods, Book (LUDWIGMASTERS)

L'Organiste Pratique, Op. 58, Bk. 11: Organ, Methods, Book (LUDWIGMASTERS)

By Felix Alexandre Guilmant

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French organist and composer Félix-Alexandre Guilmant (1837-1911), served as Professor of Organ at the Paris Conservatoire and served as mentor to a young Marcel Dupré. While accomplished and prolific, Guilmant wrote almost exclusively for the organ, including: "Pièces dans différents styles" (18 books); "L'organiste pratique" (12 books); Eighteen "Pièces Nouvelles;" and "L'Organiste liturgique" (10 books). All 12 books of "L'Organiste Pratique" is available from the publisher.

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Series: Master Organ Series - LudwigMasters
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 8-88-852513-0
ISBN13: 979-8-88-852513-5
UPC: 676737789596
SKU: 36-M372791
Instrumentation: Organ

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About the Composer: Felix Alexandre Guilmant

Félix-Alexandre Guilmant (1837-1911) was a dominant figure in French organ music during the late nineteenth century. He held the prestigious position of Professor of Organ at the Paris Conservatoire, where he shaped the training of an entire generation of organists, most notably the young Marcel Dupré, who would become one of the twentieth century's greatest organ virtuosos.

Guilmant's creative output centered almost exclusively on organ music, reflecting his deep commitment to the instrument's pedagogical and artistic potential. His published works include the twelve-book series L'Organiste Pratique, the ten-book L'Organiste Liturgique, the eighteen-book Pièces dans Différents Styles, and eighteen individual Pièces Nouvelles. His compositions balance technical development with musical substance, making them essential resources for organists seeking to build both skill and interpretive maturity.

Why we love this

Book 11 of L'Organiste Pratique represents Guilmant at his most assured as a pedagogue. These pieces build on the foundational work of earlier volumes while introducing organists to the stylistic variety and technical refinement expected at an advanced level. Guilmant's gift for writing musically satisfying material that never feels like mere exercise makes this series invaluable for studio teachers and conservatory instructors.

What to expect

Guilmant's writing combines the formality of French Classical tradition with the harmonic richness of the Romantic era. These pieces unfold with measured elegance, offering organists room for expressive interpretation while maintaining the structured clarity that makes them rewarding to perform and hear.

Who it's for

This book serves advanced organists preparing for professional performance or academic study, as well as church musicians seeking substantial repertoire for liturgical use. Studio teachers and conservatory faculty use it as a core text for students transitioning from intermediate to advanced levels.

How to get the most out of it

  • Attend carefully to the registration suggestions Guilmant provides; they shape the character of each piece and often reveal his intent for articulation and phrasing at the console.
  • Practice the pedal passages separately before integrating them with hands, paying particular attention to shifts in weight and position that prevent fatigue in longer movements.
  • Use the manuscript markings to guide your practice hierarchy; work first on the musical substance and only then layer in the technical challenges that follow.

How to use it

Book 11 works well as a bridge between teaching repertoire and independent recital programming. Many pieces serve equally well in church services and concert settings, allowing organists to develop a flexible performance library from a single source.

Skills your students will build

  • Advanced pedal independence and coordination across varied textures
  • Registration planning and console management across extended forms
  • Interpretive control of phrase shape and harmonic movement in Romantic idiom
  • Sight-reading facility with varied metric and harmonic material
  • Preparation of substantial concert or liturgical works from a single authoritative source

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