It usually takes at least an hour before the concert to set up the system. We have a portable studio to bring and set up in the venue. We provide up to three cameras on the action, editing and mixing systems to select the best view and appropriate portable lighting systems if required, although many locations already have these. Many locations have their own AV equipment and sometimes it is possible to use these.

Layout is important, since we need to get everyone to see the screen clearly, as well as being in a good place to hear the organ. Every location is different so often we will visit the location prior to the concert to work out with the organisers what is required.

With the confines of some organ lofts we need to use special camera mounts to ensure that cameras can be fitted in. We take great care to ensure that the organs are not marked by the equipment used. Tripods are not always used because of the confines of space and so other clamps and systems are used.

Useually the cameras are set up and locked in position so that the audience is not distracted by a camera man moving reeound in fiull view. Time is also required for the organist, so that they are comfortable with the system. Sonce it is the organist that is being presented we take the time to show the organist what the audience will see, and we consult with them about the best placing of the cameras for the type of music on offer.

Depending on the viewpoint the organist may or may not be able to see themselves. Some organists find this projection of great value to the audience.
John Scott said, "The piece ends with a cadenza for the pedals alone. Which is great that you can see whats happening. If it looks as if my feet are engaged in mortal combat with the pedals, thats exactly what it feels like".

And that is exactly what the audience could see to their great delight!

Getting the viewpoints right is the key to the entire operation. With several different cameras to set up, the typical setup will take between 30 minutes and two hours to complete, depending upon the location the numbers of cameras used,and the amounts of cables that have to be made safe.

Each concert is different with different requirements and different seating postions. Where physically possible I like to try to show the manuals and the pedals so that the audience can fully appreciate the "King on Instruments".

Setting up the editting and mixing console for the selection of the different cameras.

Lighting for the pedals and a suitably placed camera needs to be taken in to account.