Sebastian Heindl | Rising Star

Ahead of his concert at the Philharmonie tonight, organist Sebastian Heindl took time to break down a beautiful excerpt from Johann Sebastian Bach’s Italian Concerto for us. In this video, discover how each hand plays a distinct role, which tone colours should be used, and watch Sebastian show off his amazing foot playing technique!

[@user-ki9ly1uy1w]

Dear Sebastian; I think you've discovered a new goldmine for yourself, namely, TEACHING.
This post was a wonderful lesson/insight into the meaning and demonstration of "concerto". (concentar). Great stuff. You speak beautifully and with passion... the same way you play the organ. And I love your sense of humor. College level work but... you make it fun and practical. People could be watching these little insight/lessons of yours for the next hundred years. You are not boring at all.
I am... a long time admirer of yours. Blessings on all you love. I am Charles, USA

[@organbuilder272]

Well, now professor Heindle, that was an amazing and most informative lecture and demonstration of your performance of this interesting piece. Your English had become perfect, Your playing is, as always, impeccable> we are waiting for you to return to the USA especially around Boston where you could play the Great Organ in Serlo Hall in Methuen, Massachusetts. I think it is well suited for your style and ability to perform music as no one else does. Please do post more performances. Unfortunately we do not all live in Europe where we can come to hear you play in person. Success with your concert and thank you for a brilliant explanation of this interesting piece of music.

[@lindamakri2548]

I had the pleasure of your amazing performance last night at the Megaro in Athens Greece. Bravo and may you continue to promote organ music and performance to the world, not just for churches but as an instrument that can do literally anything. You demonstrated that brilliantly at Athens.

[@geoffreysimper4123]

I really enjoyed your exposition of the concerto Sebastian I hope you will be coming to the UK sometime.

[@KMHill]

Very engaging and informative. Thank you and bravo. I recognize the opening melody from the movie The Talented Mr Ripley, played by Matt Damon on piano.

[@per-ivindmartinsen3086]

I heard him play today 26.5.24 in Berlin. Lovely 👍

[@agperovsek1]

Really amazing playing😊