Jan von Busch

Jan von Busch is a skilled organist known for his interpretative recordings of organ repertoire, particularly the works of Johann Ludwig Krebs and César Franck. He has recorded Krebs’s *Clavier-Übung III* on a historic Johann Georg Stein organ dating from 1769/70, demonstrating his dedication to combining authentic period instruments with music historically connected to them. His work with Franck’s *L’Organiste* highlights his affinity for the French romantic organ tradition, often performing on rare small-scale organs built by Friedrich Friese in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, reflecting his interest in organ music and instruments from this region. Originally from Hamburg, von Busch studied music and evangelical theology, and has contributed notably to exploring and documenting organ heritage in northern Germany.

His releases include acclaimed albums such as *Krebs: Clavier-Übung III* and *Franck: L'Organiste* volumes, which showcase his expertise in the rich organ literature from the Baroque to the Romantic era. Von Busch also engages in projects featuring the modest yet charming repertoire for organ and piano, further expanding his musical scope. His deep connection to historical instruments and thoughtful programming make his performances and recordings a valuable resource for organ music enthusiasts.

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