Flat Parallel v Concave Radiating

[Bach>Meer]

Hi all

I am finding it very difficult to play a flat parallel pedalboard but after practising on that - once I change and practise on the second organ I have the honour of playing, which has a concave radiating - I find that I'm really good.

Is this usual?

Thanks!

[methodistgirl]

I have no idea. I guess it's like the difference between an upright piano
and a baby grand. I don't know but I think you know what you are saying.
judy tooley

[jvhldb]

I don't like changing between pedal boards. I find that when I change from the flat radiating to the concave radiating I don't lift my feet high enough when playing towards the ends and kick the side if the pedals. Changing from the concave to the flat is easier. I've never played a flat parallel, pedal board, but it I don't think it will be much fun .

[Krummhorn]

I've always played concave here in the states ... When I was in Europe, the organs I had to play there all had flat pedalboards ... they were fairly easy to adapt to, albeit the reach was further for the lowest notes.

[Flute'n'Pedal]

I have to play on flat parallel pedalboards, and it's difficult for me, particularly since I'm very small. I haven't tried a radiating pedalboard, but I'm sure it would be easier for me. Besides, I think the radiating looks better.

[Corno Dolce]

I prefer the concave and radiating pedal clavier but I can play other types with no problem.

[Contratrombone64]

The late and wonderful Johan Sebastian had no difficulty with flat pedal boards ...

[Flute'n'Pedal]

I don't believe he had any choice.

[methodistgirl]

I think that flat is easier on the feet. What room do I have to talk
I have to use my toes to reach it.
judy tooley

[JONESEY]

I've only ever played flat boards - would be interesting to try a concave and compare.

[Krummhorn]

I have no idea. I guess it's like the difference between an upright piano and a baby grand. I don't know but I think you know what you are saying. judy tooley

I think that flat is easier on the feet. What room do I have to talk I have to use my toes to reach it. judy tooley

Hi Judy,

Which organs have you played that had a flat pedalboard?