Voix Celeste

Schwebung, höher The Voix Celeste register in a pipe organ is a beautiful and ethereal stop that creates a shimmering and celestial sound. It is characterized by its gentle and haunting timbre, resembling the distant voices of a celestial choir. The pipes of the Voix Celeste are typically constructed with a narrow scale and often feature a slightly detuned second set of pipes that produces a subtle beating effect. This creates a unique and mesmerizing tone that blends with other stops to create a sense of celestial harmony. The Voix Celeste register is often found in the expressive division of the organ and is used to add a sense of tranquility, serenity, and otherworldly beauty to organ music. Its delicate and ethereal sound is particularly effective for creating atmospheric and introspective moments, evoking a sense of heavenly or spiritual resonance.