ZerpCorp Organs Barcelona visited THE BIGGEST ORGAN IN THE WORLD

Our ZerpCorp Organs Barcelona visited the biggest organ in the world. The Organ is placed in:             

Philadelphia's Wanamaker Grand Atrium Organ and it is the largest pipe organ in the world, according to its sonic range as well as its weight.

 

            It is located within the spacious 7-story Grand Court of Macy's Center City (formerly the Wanamaker Department Store) and is played twice a day, Monday through Saturday.

 

            He also performs at various special concerts throughout the year, including the Wanamaker Organ Friends Brass Ensemble and Choir Festival events.

 


Image 1: Inside the organ.

            

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Image link: PlaybuzzÓrgano de Wanamaker: El instrumento musical más grande del mundo

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