ORGAN Masterworks: 37 Favourite Organ Classics (CD Compilation)

Product Information

UPC: 0348530000009

• Catalog Number: MCPS K06016KK
• Product Type: 3‑CD Digital Audio Compilation
• Format: Compact Disc (Digital Audio)
• Release Year: 2008
• Made In: The European Union
• Publisher: The Reader's Digest Association Limited

Overview

"ORGAN Masterworks: 37 Favourite Organ Classics" is an exquisite compilation that brings together 37 timeless organ masterpieces across three distinct CDs. This collection features the profound works of Johann Sebastian Bach—as performed by world-renowned organists—and expands to include powerful, popular favourites that showcase the full spectrum of the organ’s majestic sound. Recorded in some of Europe’s most iconic venues, this collection highlights both technical brilliance and expressive artistry, making it a must-have for classical music enthusiasts and connoisseurs of historic organ performances.

Hungarian Translation – Overview (Áttekintés)

Az „ORGAN Masterworks: 37 Favourite Organ Classics” egy kivételes válogatás, amely három CD-n keresztül mutatja be az időtlen orgonaművek 37 remekművét. A gyűjteményben megtalálhatók Johann Sebastian Bach mélyen ható művei a világhírű orgonisták előadásában, kiegészítve olyan erőteljes és népszerű darabokkal, amelyek az orgona impozáns hangzásának teljes spektrumát ölelik fel. Az európai ikonikus helyszíneken készült felvételek nemcsak a technikai kifinomultságot, hanem az érzelmi kifejezőerőt is hangsúlyozzák, így kötelező darab a klasszikus zene és a történelmi orgonafelvételek rajongói számára.

Product Features

• Compilation: 3-CD set featuring 37 revered organ works.
• Digital Format: High-fidelity Compact Disc recordings.
• Repertoire:Recording Venues: Prestigious venues such as Munich Cathedral, St. Quirin Church (Tegernsee), the Royal Albert Hall, and many historic European organs.
  • CD 1: Johann Sebastian Bach's Great Organ Works
  • CD 2: The Mighty Organ – a collection of virtuosic pieces
  • CD 3: Popular Favourites – including well-loved works with trumpet accompaniments
• Performance Excellence: Featuring celebrated organists including Franz Lehrndorfer, Ton Koopman, André Isoir, Virgil Fox, and others.

Interesting Facts

• Prestigious Performances:
  Renowned organists bring these classical masterpieces to life, offering interpretations that reflect decades of dedication and mastery in organ performance.

• Diverse Artistic Repertoire:
  Experience the intricacies of Bach’s compositions on CD 1, the robust and imposing works showcased on CD 2 ("The Mighty Organ"), and the accessible, melodious selections on CD 3 ("Popular Favourites").

• Iconic Venues & Historic Instruments:
  Recordings were captured on state-of-the-art and historic instruments installed in some of Europe’s most venerated churches and cathedrals, ensuring an authentic and soul-stirring musical experience.

Hungarian Translation – Interesting Facts (Érdekes Tények)

• Elismert Előadások:
  A neves orgonisták új életre keltik ezeket a klasszikus remekműveket, előadásaik a több évtizedes tapasztalatot és a mesteri orgonajátéknak hódolnak.

• Változatos Repertoár:
  Tapasztalja meg Bach összetett kompozícióit az 1. CD-n, a lenyűgöző és monumentális műveket a 2. CD-n ("The Mighty Organ"), valamint az elérhető és dallamos darabokat a 3. CD-n ("Popular Favourites").

• Ikonikus Helyszínek & Történelmi Hangszerek:
  A felvételeket modern, valamint történelmi orgonákon készítették, amelyek Európa legelismertebb templomaiban és katedrálisain találhatók, így biztosítva az autentikus és lélekkel teli zenei élményt.

Track Listing

CD 1: Johann Sebastian Bach's Great Organ Works

1. Toccata And Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565
   Performer: Franz Lehrndorfer – Recorded at the Munich Cathedral
2. Wachet Auf, Ruft Uns Die Stimme (Sleepers, Wake Choral), BWV 643
   Performer: Franz Lehrndorfer – Organ of St. Quirin Church, Tegernsee
3. Prelude And Fugue No. 8 in B Flat, BWV 560
   Performer: Ton Koopman – Garrels Organ of the Great Church of Massluis
4. Erbarm Dich Mein, O Herre Gott, BWV 721
   Performer: Franz Lehrndorfer – Benedictine Basilica Organ
5. Overture in F, BWV 820
   (Includes: Overture, Entrée, Menuet en trio, Bourée, Gigue)
   Performer: Joseph Payne – Organ
6. Fantasia in C, BWV 570
   Performer: Joseph Payne – Organ
7. Toccata
   (from Toccata And Fugue in D Minor, BWV 538 Dorienne)
   Performer: André Isoir – Ahrend Saint-Lambert Organ, Aurich
8. Fugue
   Continuation of the above piece
9. Ich Ruf Zu Dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639
   Performer: Ton Koopman – Müller Organ, Waalse Kerk, Amsterdam
10. Jesu Christus, Unser Heiland, BWV 688
    Performer: Ton Koopman – Müller Organ, The Great Church of Leeuwarden
11. Herr Jesu Christ Dich Zu Uns Wend (Trio), BWV 655
    Performer: Ton Koopman – Trinity Organ, Basilica of Ottobeuren
12. Fantasia And Fugue In G Minor, BWV 542
    Performer: Ton Koopman – Müller Organ, Waalse Kerk, Amsterdam

CD 2: The Mighty Organ

1. Prelude in E Flat
   Performer: Erwin Horn – Organ
2. Prelude, Fugue And Variation in B Minor
   Performer: André Isoir – Cavaille-Coll Organ, Cathedral of Luçon
3. Prelude And Fugue On The Name Of B.A.C.H., S260
   Performer: Georges Athanasiades – Organ, Basilica of St Maurice
4. Suite Gothique, Op. 25
   Performer: Simon Lindley – Organ
   (Includes movements: Andante, Allegretto, Marche, Andante, Presto from Flötenuhrstücke, Hob. XIX)
5. Chorale No. 3 in A Minor
   Performer: Robert Owen – Organ
6. Pièce Héroique in B Minor
   Performer: Kristiaan Seynhave – Van den Heuvel Organ, St Franciscus Church, Munich
7. Toccata - Allegro From Symphony For Organ No. 5 in F Minor
   Performer: Günther Kaunzinger – Klais Organ, Dom zu Limburg
8. Nachspiel in D Minor
   Performer: Erwin Hom – Organ

CD 3: Popular Favourites

1. Air On The G String
   Performer: Virgil Fox – Riverside Church Organ
2. Adagio in G Minor
   Performer: Bertalan Hock – Organ
3. Ombra Mai Fu from "Xerxes"
   Performer: Bertalan Hock – Organ
4. Trumpet Tune And Air
   Performer: Virgil Fox – Organ, Royal Albert Hall
5. Allegro Di Molto From Prelude And Fugue in G Minor
   Performer: Ulfert Smidt – Organ
6. Adagio Cantabile
   Performers: Johan Huys (Organ) with Theo Mertens (Trumpet)
7. Allegro
   Performers: Johan Huys (Organ) with Theo Mertens (Trumpet)
8. Trumpet Voluntary
   Performer: Paul Mickelson – Organ, St John the Divine Cathedral
9. Trumpet Voluntary
   Performers: Johan Huys (Organ) with Theo Mertens (Trumpet)
10. Sheep May Safely Graze
    Performer: Virgil Fox – Riverside Church Organ
11. Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
    Performer: Virgil Fox – Organ, Church of St Gabriel Archangel
    12–14. Concerto For Trumpet And OrganFugue In C Minor, BWV 575
    • 1st Mvt: Allegro e non presto
    • 2nd Mvt: Adagio
    • 3rd Mvt: Allegro
      Performers: Erik Schultz (Trumpet) and Jan Overduin (Organ)
12. 
    Performer: Franz Lehrndorfer – Benedictine Basilica Organ
13. Preghiera
    Performers: Johan Huys (Organ) with Theo Mertens (Trumpet)
14. A Little Gigue, K574
    Performer: Martin Haselböck – Dom of Brixen Organ
15. Gloria in Excelsis Deo
    Performer: Dietrich Modersohn – Organ
16. Wedding March from 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
    Performer: Paul Mickelson – Organ, St John the Divine Cathedral

Publishers

Published by The Reader's Digest Association Limited, 2008. All rights reserved. Unauthorized public performance, broadcasting, and copying of this compact disc are prohibited. Please refer to the enclosed booklet for more details.

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