I n a document which normally confines itself to general statements and guidelines meant to direct the later reform of the Roman Liturgy, we find this unusually explicit pronouncement on the pipe organ. The Fathers of the Second Vatican Council do not mention any other instrument in Sacrosanctum Concilium, so this glowing recommendation begs the question: What is so special about the pipe organ?“In the Latin Church the pipe organ is to be held in high esteem, for it is the traditional musical instrument which adds
a wonderful splendor to the Church's ceremonies and powerfully lifts up man's mind to God and to higher things.”
Second Vatican Council, Sacrosanctum Concilium, 120