Young organ talent Janus Graichen inspires in Holzhausen!

Young organ talent Janus Graichen inspires in Holzhausen!

Janus Graichen, a 16-year-old organist from Arnstadt, delighted the audience with an impressive concert in the Trinity Church in Holzhausen. The event took place on Friday evening, June 2, 2025 and attracted numerous community members and interested guests. Graichen thrilled the audience with an almost hour and a half program that included a diverse selection of music, from the masterpieces of Johann Sebastian Bach to the compositions of Johannes Brahms as well as his own improvisations. The concert created a festive atmosphere that brilliantly showcased the valuable acoustic capacity of the Hesse organ in Holzhausen.

The Trinity Church, where the concert took place, has a long tradition and is a cultural and spiritual center in the Holzhausen community. The organ, a historic instrument, is a symbol of the church's musical identity and has inspired many generations of musicians. It is particularly worth mentioning that the organ will be completely renovated in the coming years in order to preserve it for future generations.

The Hesse organ and its preservation

Janus Graichen's concert was not only a musical event, but also part of a larger commitment to preserving the Hesse organ. This was built over 226 years ago and is considered one of the most important historical instruments in the region. In order to safeguard the legacy of the instrument, the Association for the Preservation of the Hesse Organ in Holzhausen is planning a comprehensive restoration. This work is scheduled to begin in November and will be carried out in three construction phases over the next three years, as described in a report by Thüringeninfos.

A benefit concert taking place on October 3rd at 7:30 p.m. will also help raise funds needed for the restoration. This event features not only musical performances, but also texts about the organ, performed by various artists, including Dorsten Klauke and Frank Frei. The organizer emphasizes with a quote from Albert Schweitzer: “A church without an organ is like a body without a soul.”

Overall, Janus Graichen's event reflects the deeply rooted musical culture in Holzhausen and shows how important the preservation of such historical instruments is for the community. The living history of Trinity Church is kept alive through such events, preserving both the musical and social aspects of the local culture.

The community's commitment to preserving the Hesse organ is a sign of appreciation for the cultural heritage that connects generations of musicians and listeners.

For more information about Janus Graichen's impressive concert you can Visit inSüdthüringen. In addition, Thüringeninfos offers a detailed overview of the planned restoration of the Hesse organ and the upcoming concerts.