organ stop
An "organ stop" is an essential part of a pipe organ, allowing the organist to control the instrument's sound by manipulating air flow to specific pipes.
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Definition
B2Pipe Organ Operation
(technical, musical)A control mechanism on a pipe organ that regulates air flow to specific pipes, altering the sound produced.
Example
- The organist adjusted the organ stop to create a richer, fuller sound.
- Each organ stop allows for a different tonal effect, adding depth to the music.
B2Musical Performance
(technical, musical)A knob or lever on an organ console used to activate or deactivate a set of pipes, affecting the instrument's tone.
Example
- She pulled the organ stop to engage the trumpet pipes for the next piece.
- The variety of organ stops available allows for a wide range of musical expressions.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "organ stop":
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