Anna Lapwood live in Bremen

Experience Anna Lapwood live on April 3rd

Anna Lapwood is a British organist renowned for her virtuosic playing and commitment to expanding the repertoire for the instrument, particularly through transcriptions of orchestral and choral works. Her performances frequently incorporate improvisation and demonstrate a broad stylistic range encompassing classical, romantic, and contemporary pieces. She is also a noted broadcaster and advocate for organ music, working to make it accessible to wider audiences.

St. Petri Dom in Bremen is one of the oldest parish churches in the city, with origins dating back to the 11th century. Originally a Romanesque basilica, it underwent significant Gothic reconstruction in the 13th-15th centuries following a fire. The church’s most prominent feature is its imposing spire, standing at 88 meters tall and serving as a landmark for Bremen. The current organ within St. Petri Dom has a complex history of modifications and expansions over several centuries; the present instrument represents work by various builders including Furtwängler & Hammer (1978) incorporating historic pipework. It is known for its varied tonal qualities suitable for both traditional church music and larger-scale concert performances. The Dom has hosted numerous musical events throughout its history, benefitting from its excellent acoustics.