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Sunday 17 September 2023, 15:00Passed
Conditions
Free. Free admission. Limited number of places. 5 people per visit.
September 2023
Sunday 17
15:00 - 18:00

Église Sainte-Catherine

Le bourg, 47300 Villeneuve-sur-Lot
  • Lot-et-Garonne
  • Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Discovering the historic organ of the Church of Saint Catherine: a harmony between past and present

Join this guided tour to explore the wonders of Saint Catherine’s Church, where the organ occupies a prominent place. Nestled in a corbelled gallery overlooking the nave, this...
Sunday 17 September 2023, 15:00Passed
Conditions
Free. Free admission. Limited number of places. 5 people per visit.
©Pays d'art et d'histoire du Grand Villeneuvois

Join this guided tour to explore the wonders of Sainte-Catherine Church, where the organ has a special place. Nestled in a corbelled grandstand overlooking the nave, this majestic instrument tells a story rich in transformations and renovations. The original organ, dating from 1647 and built by the famous Villeneuve organ builder Claude Dupré, was once located above the pulpit to be preached of the old church of Sainte-Catherine. Although partially modified, the original buffet remains, testifying to the past greatness of the instrument. In 1874, Jules Magen undertook an almost complete reconstruction of the organ, giving it a new sound and a new aesthetic. Over the course of the 20th century, the organ underwent various restorations, preserving its integrity and its ability to delight the faithful and music lovers. Let yourself be captivated by the history and bewitching sounds of this remarkable organ. Join us for an immersive tour that will take you into the musical past of St Catherine’s Church.

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Église Sainte-Catherine
Le bourg, 47300 Villeneuve-sur-Lot
  • Lot-et-Garonne
  • Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Religious heritage of the 19th century.
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Édifice religieux
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