[rodgersorgan] Re: (no subject)

well first of all, if you want to play 'à la Lawrence Welk', that would be Bob 
Ralston, who was the organist on that show. Most of the organs on the show were 
either by Thomas, or in later years, Hammond. Basically, when Bob played along 
with the rest of the band, the organ wasn't really heard, but when he played 
alone (or with a singer), I would say he probably used your basic flutes 8-4-2, 
sometimes 8-2-1, sometimes harp, etc. I don't really think a Rodgers would give 
you the sound you want, although you're looking more for a playing style, and 
not so much relying on the organ. I can get my 960 to sound like a Hammond with 
a Leslie! It's all about HOW to play to get the desired effect. If the organ 
you bought has flute stops at all the pitches (16-8-4-2-1) and 
tremulants/vibratos, then you should get a sound along the lines of a Thomas or 
a Hammond, although Rodgers' are not meant to be played that, unless of course 
the Trio 321 is a Theatre organ, in which case you'll get exactly what you want.

carlo pietroniro

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