What You'll Learn

Ready to Master the French Baroque Sound?

How Can I Improvise a Basse de Trompette?

Step into the world of 18th-century French elegance with world-renowned improviser Samuel Liégeon. Filmed at the stunning Daniel Birouste organ, this masterclass dives deep into the iconic Basse de Trompette style, blending technical precision with creative flair.

This is also totally suitable for Pianists and Harpsichordists and features on our List A Grade 4 Creativity Grades for Music Lovers organists pathway (pianists and harpsichordists can still create pieces similar, excellent for developing left hand solos). Our exams are UK Ofqual and EU EQF and RQF accredited.

What Will You Discover in This French Classical Organ Improvisation Masterclass?

Become a pro with the secrets of French Classical improvisation. We don’t just show you what to play; we show you how to think like a Baroque master organist. You’ll explore:

Authentic Registration: How to balance the bold Trompette with the delicate 8′ and 4′ Principals (Prestant).
Linear Counterpoint: Mastering the art of horizontal melodic lines that sing.
Harmonic Marches: Using Circle of 5ths sequences to create irresistible momentum and structure.

Is Your Organ Registration Truly Authentic?

Many organists struggle with the balance of a Basse de Trompette. Samuel breaks down the exact stop combinations needed to achieve that “shimmering majesty” without overwhelming the accompaniment.

How Can You Build Better Piano, Harpsichord or Organ Improvisations?

Learn the “Harmonic March.” By understanding the geometry of the Circle of 5ths and sequences, you’ll be able to extend your improvisations naturally, moving through keys with the grace of a 17th or 18th-century titular organist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this organ improvisation course for a specific exam?
Everyone will gain from this Basse de Trompette course. In addition, the improvisation template covered in this masterclass is part of List A for the Grade 4 Organists Pathway. Whether you are taking the exam or just want to improve your skills, this course provides the exact technical foundation you need.

What level of piano, harpsichord or organ playing is required?
This course is designed for intermediate organists, pianists or harpsichordists (around Grade 4 level) who want to specialise in French Baroque styles and start their journey into accredited improvisation.

Do I need a specific type of organ to practice?
While a French-style instrument is ideal, many of us don’t have access to one. However, the course not only works well on piano or harpsichord, but Samuel explains the principles of registration so you can adapt the sound to whatever instrument you have available.

Will I get sheet music?
There are abundant historic resources within the course from famous French Classical organ composers. In the spirit of true improvisation, we focus on skills and methods. We also provide the “Skeleton Score” and harmonic maps used in the Grade 4 pathway to help you build your own masterpieces.

We also provided EXCLUSIVE Samuel Liégeon improvisation transcriptions.

Your Maestro Teacher

Who is Samuel Liégeon?

Samuel Liégeon is a world-renowned, multiple prize-winning French organist & French Organ Improviser, pianist, improviser, and abstract painter born in 1984. Since 2009, he has served as the titular organist at the Grand Orgue of the Église Saint-Pierre de Chaillot in Paris.Expertise. He is celebrated for his “multidisciplinary” approach, often blending his musical performances with visual art.

He is a world-renowned improviser, one of the finest in the world and is particularly known for his work in organ and piano improvisation. He also frequently collaborates with the film industry to accompany silent films. He has won multiple major international competitions, including the Grand Prix at the Haarlem International Organ Improvisation Competition (Netherlands) and first prizes in Leipzig, Chartres, and Strasbourg.

Since 2013 he has taught analysis, composition, and orchestration at the Pôle Sup’93 in Seine-Saint-Denis and organ improvisation at the École Supérieure de Musique et Danse de Lille.

Sam describes his painting as an “echo” of his musical gestures. His work typically focuses on poetic abstraction, moving away from figurative representation to explore the rhythm of lines, harmony of colours, and movement of form. He established his current art and music studio in Le Havre, Normandy, in 2022, after previously being based in Burgundy.

What are Our Music Masterclasses Like?

Our music masterclass courses are self-study digital courses embedded with information, interactive music software (scores), exercises, objectives, tasks, teaching pedagogy and videos of celebrities and international level musicians explaining and demonstrating key skills. Certificates are awarded at the end of each course.

Our Platform: How do we teach and you learn?

🎵 Why Choose Our Music Learning Platform?

Unlock a rich, flexible, and inspiring music education experience designed for musicians of all levels. Whichever area of musical learning inspires you, our world-class performers offer it all.

A Quick Look at a Typical Masterclass Course

Sample Interactive Score

Course Dashboard with Progress and Points

Thorough Musicianship
Creativity, improvisation, and ear training are seamlessly integrated with popular, gospel, classical and jazz melodies to help you achieve true musical freedom.

Unique Learning Journey
Our tailored methodology emphasises improvisation and aural skills first, with notation used to support—not restrict—your creativity.

Certification
Courses include clear objectives, tasks, and fun quizzes that lead to downloadable certificates—perfect for motivation and recognition.

Gamification
Track your progress and climb the league tables by earning certificate points and logging in regularly.

️ Interactive Software
Our custom music software links visual notation with sound to enhance your creativity and understanding.

Celebrity Masterclasses
Learn from internationally acclaimed musicians and award-winning performers through high-quality video lessons and real-world demonstrations.

Expert Pedagogy
Each self-study course is structured with professional teaching principles, goal-setting, progress tracking, and step-by-step tasks.

Flexible Learning
Study from home, at your own pace. Affordable monthly fees and no need to travel—music learning that fits your lifestyle.

Human Touch
Get personalised support from our expert team and request custom courses tailored to your goals.

Personalised Experience
Receive bespoke course recommendations and guided learning plans based on your interests and skill level.

For All Levels
A wide range of self-study courses, celebrity masterclasses, and optional 1-1 lessons designed for adult and teenage musicians, university/conservatoire students, home schoolers, and music therapists.