Zimbelstern

The Zimbelstern (meaning "cymbal star" in German, and also spelled Cymbelstern, Zymbelstern, or Cimbalstern) is a "toy" organ stop consisting of a metal or wooden star or wheel on which several small bells are mounted.

When engaged, the star rotates, producing a continuous tinkling sound.

The device is probably most effective as a foil to light Baroque counterpoint of an upbeat nature, or hymns registered using a bright principal chorus.

In some Christian liturgical traditions, it is rung during the singing of the Sanctus or on doxological stanzas of hymns.

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