This kind of craftsmanship is becoming increasingly rare in this modern world. It is really nice to see this kind of care and superb workmanship utilised to restore an irreplaceable treasure. Thanks to F. Ruffatti, a firm that I have always admired, for their precision and patience.
A remarkable project by a remarkable organ builder. I'm very favourably impressed with this builders dedication to the art of organ building. I confess, I've attempted to tune and service on Italian built pipe organ and was thoroughly disgusted with the instrument after 2-3 hours work. That experience led me to believe all Italian pipe organs were terrible, which was, of course, a ridiculous and prejudicial conclusion. The Ruffatti Br.'s have changed my mind in a convincing manner. Thank you for producing the video and sharing. I can't help but notice at 9:00 the pipe builder beating the pipe metal around the mandrel and the lively acoustics in the room accentuating the sound. After a days work of this nature I'd think the effect on the ears would not be good. I'm very conscious of the effects of acoustics and I would also think organ builders would too. If it were up to me (imagine that!) I'd be tempted to "kill" the acoustics in such a room where incessant tapping from a number of pipe makers could induce irritability or stress among the craftsmen.
A.G. M. We're so happy you enjoyed the video. Your observation of the noise in the pipe shop is a good one! I believe some dampening measures have been made. Also, many of the manufacturing staff now wear noise controlling headphones like those you might find at a gun range.
I think the narrator is credited at the end of the video. This was actually a documentary produced for broadcast television in the EU. Glad you enjoyed it.
This kind of craftsmanship is becoming increasingly rare in this modern world. It is really nice to see this kind of care and superb workmanship utilised to restore an irreplaceable treasure. Thanks to F. Ruffatti, a firm that I have always admired, for their precision and patience.
Thank you very much!
An excellent documentary! Many thanks for sharing!
A remarkable project by a remarkable organ builder. I'm very favourably impressed with this builders dedication to the art of organ building. I confess, I've attempted to tune and service on Italian built pipe organ and was thoroughly disgusted with the instrument after 2-3 hours work. That experience led me to believe all Italian pipe organs were terrible, which was, of course, a ridiculous and prejudicial conclusion. The Ruffatti Br.'s have changed my mind in a convincing manner. Thank you for producing the video and sharing.
I can't help but notice at 9:00 the pipe builder beating the pipe metal around the mandrel and the lively acoustics in the room accentuating the sound. After a days work of this nature I'd think the effect on the ears would not be good. I'm very conscious of the effects of acoustics and I would also think organ builders would too. If it were up to me (imagine that!) I'd be tempted to "kill" the acoustics in such a room where incessant tapping from a number of pipe makers could induce irritability or stress among the craftsmen.
A.G. M. We're so happy you enjoyed the video. Your observation of the noise in the pipe shop is a good one! I believe some dampening measures have been made. Also, many of the manufacturing staff now wear noise controlling headphones like those you might find at a gun range.
Fascinating!
We're glad you think so! Thank you for watching.
Beautiful video
Thank you! Cheers!
A wonderful video. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent presentation.
Many thanks.
We're glad you enjoyed it.
Many thanks for this very interesting upload.
Who was the English narrator, who sounds very much like Michael Horden, but cannot be, at this date?
I think the narrator is credited at the end of the video. This was actually a documentary produced for broadcast television in the EU. Glad you enjoyed it.