Stephan Kaschendorf (Caschindorf, Castendorfer, Kastendörfer) (ca.
He was one of the leading organ builders of the second half of the 15th century and a progressive one.
His instruments all feature independent divisions and stops (Hauptwerk and Rückpositiv/Brustwerk), unlike the older Blockwerk gothic organs.
Churches he built organs for include the following: Kaschendorf's sons Caspar, Melchior, and Michael were also organ builders and assisted their father in Erfurt.
He owned houses in Schweidnitz (where he also built an organ) and Dresden, but apparently died in poverty.