• The Schiörlin Academy

    August 9-13, 2025

    Welcome to the Schiörlin Academy 2025 where the focal point is the unique collection of eighteenth-century organs built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736-1815)

    David Löfgren plays the sub-semitone meantone organ in Tjällmo Church, built by Isac Risberg.
    The organ was completed in 1710, after which Risberg and his family tragically perished in the plague that followed.

    Welcome to the Schiörlin Academy 2025!

    The focal point of this year’s academy is the unique collection of eighteenth-century organs built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736–1815) around Linköping. Additionally, we will visit the Cahman organ in Kölingared (1705) and the Risberg organ in Tjällmo (1710).

    COURSE ORGANIZATION & REPERTOIRE

    In 2025, we will focus on:

    • The Orgelbüchlein chorales and trio sonatas by Johann Sebastian Bach.
    • The six sonatas by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy.
    • Workshops on hymn playing, improvisation, and basso continuo.
    • The program includes masterclasses (organ and clavichord), individual practice, rehearsals on the historic instruments, and more.

    TEACHERS

    Hans Davidsson (HD)

    Fredrik Tobin-Dodd (FTD)

    David Löfgren (DL)

    Camille Bloche (CB)

    REGISTRATION

    To apply, email camille.bloche@organacademy.se no later than July 29, 2025, with the following details:

    • First and last name
    • Phone number
    • Current occupation
    • Repertoire you plan to prepare

    PARTICIPATION

    The academy is limited to 10 participants, with priority given to active participants. The event is tailored for organ students and professional organists as an inspirational and educational experience. Unfortunately, not all applications may be accepted.

    FEE

    3,000 SEK (included for participants of the Schnitger Academy).

    FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION

    Participants are responsible for arranging their own meals and accommodation. Free overnight accommodation on mattress pads is available at Gammalkil Parish House. There are also affordable options for accommodation at Kölingared.

    ACADEMY PROGRAM

    • Daily workshops on participant-chosen repertoire at the Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil Church (1806).
    • Excursions to the Schiörlin organs in Vikingstad (1785), the Risberg organ in Tjällmo (1710), and the Cahman organ in Kölingared (1705).
    • Scheduled practice time on the organ in Gammalkil Church and related keyboard instru- ments in the Parish House.
    • Participants’ concert at Gammalkil Church.

    COLLABORATION

    The Schiörlin Academy is organized by GIOA in partnership with the parishes in Kölingared Ulricehamn, Slaka-Nykil, Vikingstad, and the Diocese of Linköping.

    SCHEDULE

    Saturday, August 9
    09:30 Departure from Göteborg to Kölingared for participants in the 2025 Arp Schnitger Academy
    11:00 Registration in Kölingared.
    12:00 Lunch concert with Fredrik Tobin-Dodd.
    14:00–16:00 Workshop in Kölingared (FTD).
    17:30 Visit to organ builder Svante Johansson in Liared.
    19:00–21:00 Practice time in Kölingared Church. Overnight accommodation in Kölingared.

    Sunday, August 10
    09:00 Departure to Tjällmo.
    11:15–12:00 Demonstration of the organ in Tjällmo Church with Camille Bloche.
    12:00–13:00 Lunch.
    13:00–15:00 Practice at the Tjällmo organ.
    15:00–16:00 Travel to Gammalkil.
    16:30–18:00 Dinner in Gammalkil Parish House.
    18:00–19:00 Organ concert with Hans Davidsson at Gammalkil Church.
    19:30– Practice time.

    Monday, August 11

    09:00–12:00 Workshop at Gammalkil Church (HD).
    12:00–13:00 Lunch.
    13:00–16:00 Workshop at Gammalkil Church (HD).
    18:00–19:30 Workshop at Vikingstad Church.
    20:00– Practice time.

    Tuesday, August 12

    09:00–12:00 Workshop at Gammalkil Church (HD).
    12:00–13:00 Lunch.
    13:00–15:00 Workshop at Gammalkil Church (HD).
    16:00–17:30 Improvisation workshop at Gammalkil Church (DL).
    18:30– Practice time.

    Wednesday, August 13

    09:00–12:00 Workshop at Gammalkil Church (HD).

    12:00–13:00 Lunch.

    13:00–18:00 Practice time.

    18:00–19:00 Participants’ concert at Gammalkil Church.

    ORGANS YOU WILL PLAY

    Johan Niclas Cahman (1705), Kölingared Church

    Organ stop presentation and improvisation at the organ by Sietze de Vries

    Isac Risberg (1710), Tjällmo Church

    Impro on Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland, Krzysztof Urbaniak

    Pehr Schiörlin (1806), Gammalkil Church

    Organ stop presentation and improvisation at the organ by Sietze de Vries

    Pehr Schiörlin (1785), Vikingstad Church

    J. S. Bach, Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr, BWV 715, Axel Markner

    1. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Intro - Stop tour - Trio registration

    Conversation held in English

    2. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Pleno registrations

    Conversation held in English

    3. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Mendelssohn

    Conversation held in English

    4. Meet Hans Davidsson, who invites us to an interpretation of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's sonata for organ No 6 in D major, op. 65, at the Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil.

    Conversation held in English

    5. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Intro - Stop tour - Trio registration

    Conversation held in English

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    PREVIOUS SCHIÖRLIN ACADEMIES 

  • The Schiörlin Academy

    August 11-14, 2024

     

    Welcome to the Schiörlin Academy 2024

    where the focal point is the unique collection of eighteenth-century organs built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736-1815)

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    Closeup of the console of the Pehr Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil (1806)

    Photo: LUMIÈRE LIINASON

     

     

    THE SCHIÖRLIN ACADEMY

    August 11-14, 2024

    Focusing on the unique collection of eighteenth-century organs built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736-1815)

     

    COURSE ORGANIZATION AND REPERTOIRE

    Masterclasses (organ and clavichord), individual practice, and rehearsal at the instruments, etc. German organ repertoire from the 18th and early 19th centuries (Bach, Krebs, Müthel, Mendelssohn, Brahms, etc.)

     

    TEACHERS

    Hans Davidsson (HD)

    Ulrika Davidsson (UD)

    David Löfgren (DL)

     

    REGISTRATION

    Apply by sending an email to camille.bloche@organacademy.se no later than July 29, 2024, with the following information:

     

    * First name and surname

    * Phone number

    * Present occupation

    * Which repertoire you will prepare

     

    PARTICIPATION

    The Schiörlin Academy is limited to ten participants. Only active participants will be considered for acceptance. It aims to be an inspirational event for organ students and professional organists. Accordingly, we are unfortunately unable to accept all applications.

     

    FEE

    3,000 SEK

     

    FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION

    Food and accommodation are to be provided by each participant respectively. Free overnight accommodation can be offered on mattress pads at Gammalkil Parish House.

     

    ACADEMY PROGRAM

    * Daily workshops featuring organ works chosen by the participants on the Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil (1806).

    * Excursions to the Schiörlin organs in Slaka (1783), Vikingstad (1785), Östra Skrukeby (1794), the Risberg organ in Tjällmo (1710), and the Wistenius organ in Vårdsberg (1762).

    * Scheduled practice time on the organ in Gammalkil and related keyboard instruments in the parish hall.

    * Participants’ concert in Gammalkil.

     

    COLLABORATION

    The Schiörlin Academy is organized by FGIOA in close collaboration with Slaka-Nykils pastorat, Vikingstads pastorat, and the diocese of Linköping.

     

    PREPARATIONS VIDEOS

    1. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Intro - Stop tour - Trio registration

    Conversation held in English

    2. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Pleno registrations

    Conversation held in English

    3. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Mendelssohn

    Conversation held in English

    4. Meet Hans Davidsson, who invites us to an interpretation of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's sonata for organ No 6 in D major, op. 65, at the Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil.

    Conversation held in English

    5. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Intro - Stop tour - Trio registration

    Conversation held in English

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    PREVIOUS SCHIÖRLIN ACADEMIES 

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    The Schiörlin Academy

    August 12-15, 2023

  • THE SCHIÖRLIN ACADEMY
    August 12-15, 2023
    Welcome to the Schiörlin Academy 2023 where the point of departure is the unique collection of eighteenth-century organs built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736-1815).

    COURSE ORGANIZATION AND REPERTORY
    Masterclasses (organ and clavichord), individual practice and rehearsal at the instruments etc. German organ repertory from 18th and early 19th century (Bach, Krebs, Müthel, Mendelssohn, Brahms etc.)

    TEACHERS
    Hans Davidsson (HD)
    Ulrika Davidsson (UD)
    David Löfgren (DL)

    REGISTRATION
    Apply by sending an e-mail to camille.bloche@organacademy.se no later than August 1, 2023 with the following information:

    1. First name and surname
    2. Phone number
    3. Present occupation
    4. Which repertoire you will prepare
    The teaching during the academy is free of charge. Admission is restricted to 10 participants.

    FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION
    Food and accommodation are provided by each participant respectively. Free overnight accommodation can be offered on mattress pads in Gammalkil Parish House.

    2022-08-12 SATURDAY
    13:00-13:30 Accommodation
    13:30-15:30 Workshop Gammalkil kyrka/Gammalkil Parish House (HD/UD)
    15.45-16.45 Clavichord workshop (UD)
    16:45-18:00 Paus
    18:00-19:00 Organ Concert Gammalkil Church (Martin Frodlund, David Löfgren och Mathias Lundqvist)

    2022-08-13 SUNDAY
    08.30-10.30 Workshop Gammalkil Church (HD)
    11.00-12:00 Church service
    12:00-13:00 Lunch
    13:15-14:45 Workshop Improvisation Slaka Church (DL)
    15.15-16.15 Workshop Clavichord Gammalkil Parish House (UD) 16:30-18:30 Dinner prepared and offered by the parish 18:30-19:00 Introduction to the concert by Hans Davidsson 19:00-20:00 Organ Recital Gammalkil Church (Hans Davidsson)

    2022-08-14 MONDAY
    09:00-17:00 Two groups: Workshop in Gammalkil Church and Excursion to Vårdsberg Church and Östra Skrukeby Church
    17.30-18.30 Dinner
    19:00-20:00 Clavichord Recital Nykil Church (Ulrika Davidsson)

    2022-08-15 TUESDAY
    09:00-12:00 Workshop Gammalkil kyrka/Gammalkil Parish House (HD/UD)
    12:00-13:00 Lunch
    13:00-18:00 Practice time
    18:00-19:00 Participant’s Concert Gammalkil Church

    The Schiörlin Academy is organized by FGIOA in close collaboration with Slaka- Nykils pastorat, Vikingstads pastorat and the diocese of Linköping.
    www.organacademy.se

    PHOTO
    The 2022 Schiörlin Academy

  • 1. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Intro - Stop tour - Trio registration

    Conversation held in English

    2. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Pleno registrations

    Conversation held in English

    3. Hans Davidsson presenting the 1806 Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil - Mendelssohn

    Conversation held in English

    4. Meet Hans Davidsson, who invites us to an interpretation of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's sonata for organ No 6 in D major, op. 65, at the Schiörlin organ in Gammalkil.

    Conversation held in English

    5. Walkthrough presentation of the organ by Hans Davidsson, Artistic Director, Göteborg International Organ Academy

    Conversation held in Swedish

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    The Schiörlin Academy

    August 13-17, 2022

  • Welcome to the Schiörlin Academy 2022, which is based on the unique Ostrogothia organ landscape with instruments built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736-1815).


    COURSE LAYOUT AND REPERTOIRE
    Workshops (organ repertoire and liturgical organ playing, clavichord playing), individual practice and preparation of instruments, etc. German organ repertoire from the 18th and early 19th centuries (Bach, Krebs, Müthel, Mendelssohn, Brahms and others)


    TEACHERS
    Hans Davidsson (HD)
    Ulrika Davidsson (UD)
    David Löfgren (DL)
    Lars Storm (LS)


    REGISTRATION
    Sign up to send an e-mail to lars.storm@organacademy.se (no later than August 5, 2022) with the following information:
    1. Full name
    2. Mobile number
    3. Current occupation
    4. The repertoire you will prepare


    Teaching during the academy is free of charge. The number of course participants is limited to 10.


    FOOD AND ACCOMMODATION
    Each course participant is responsible for their own meals and accommodation. Free overnight stay on a bed mattress in the Gammalkil parish house can be offered.


    SATURDAY AUGUST 13, 2022

    13:00-13:30 Accommodation in the Gammalkil parish house

    13:30-16:00 Workshop at Gammalkil church (HD)

    16:00-18:00 Break

    18:00-19:00 Organ concert at Gammalkil church (Martin Frodlund, Anders Krantz, David Löfgren)


    SUNDAY AUGUST 14, 2022

    08:30-10:30 Workshop at Gammalkil church (HD)

    11:00-12:00 High Mass at Slaka church (LS)

    12:00-13:00 Lunch

    13:00-17:00 Workshop at Slaka church (LS)

    18:00-19:00 Organ concert at Östra Skrukeby church (Camille Bloche)


    MONDAY AUGUST 15, 2022

    09:00-12:00 Workshop at Vikingstad church (HD)

    12:00-13:00 Lunch

    13:00-17:00 Workshop at Gammalkil church (DL)

    18:00-19:00 Organ concert at Vikingstad church (HD, LS)


    TUESDAY AUGUST 16, 2022

    09:00-12:00 Workshop at Gammalkil church / Gammalkil parish house (HD / UD)

    12:00-13:00 Lunch

    13:00-17:00 Workshop at Gammalkil church (HD)

    18:00-19:00 Clavichord concert at Gammalkil church (UD)


    WEDNESDAY AUGUST 17, 2022

    09:00-12:00 Workshop at Gammalkil church / Gammalkil parish house (HD / UD)

    12:00-13:00 Lunch

    13:00-18:00 Practice time

    18:00-19:00 Participants' concert at Gammalkil church


    COLLABORATION

    The Schiörlin Academy is organized by FGIOA in collaboration with Slaka-Nykil parish, Vikingstad parish and the diocese of Linköping.

  • The Schiörlin Academy August 16-18, 2020

    Welcome to the Schiörlin Academy 2020 where the point of departure is the unique collection of eighteenth-century organs built by Pehr Schiörlin (1736-1815) in the parish of Gammalkil and Slaka (diocese of Linköping).