Indulge in the masterful organ playing of Carlo Curley with "Toccata - Organ Favourites," a captivating collection released in 1998 under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label. This two-hour and twenty-two-minute journey through some of the most beloved organ works features Carlo Curley's virtuoso performances, showcasing his technical prowess and deep musicality.
The album opens with the iconic "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565" by Johann Sebastian Bach, setting the stage for a diverse range of compositions that span centuries and styles. Curley's arrangements and interpretations breathe new life into familiar pieces, such as the haunting "Adagio in G Minor" and the lively "March on a Theme by Handel." His renditions of works by Charles-Marie Widor, Franz Liszt, and Camille Saint-Saëns are particularly noteworthy, highlighting his ability to convey both the grandeur and intimacy of the organ.
"Toccata - Organ Favourites" is not just a compilation of popular organ pieces; it is a testament to Carlo Curley's artistry and his unique approach to the instrument. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of organ music, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. With thirty meticulously selected tracks, this album is a celebration of the organ's versatility and Carlo Curley's extraordinary talent.
Tracks
Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565Johann Sebastian Bach, Carlo Curley
Adagio in G Minor for Organ and Strings (Formerly Attrib. Albinoni) [Arr. Curley]Remo Giazotto, Carlo Curley
March on a Theme by Handel, Op. 15Alexandre Guilmant, Carlo Curley
The Emperor's Fanfare (Arr. Power Biggs)Antonio Soler, Carlo Curley
Ave Maria, D. 839 (Arr. Curley)Franz Schubert, Carlo Curley
Nun danket alle Gott, Op. 65Sigfrid Karg-Elert, Carlo Curley
Cantata No.22 "Jesus nahm zu sich die Zwölfe", BWV 22 - Arr. Fox: Sanctify us by thy KindnessJohann Sebastian Bach, Carlo Curley
Sonata on the First ToneJosé Lidón, Carlo Curley
Le Carnaval des Animaux, R. 125 - Arr. Curley: XIII The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Carlo Curley
Andante in F (Arr. Thalben-Ball)Jan Ladislav Dussek, Carlo Curley
Air on the G String (Arr. Curley for Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Carlo Curley
Orgelstück (Fantasia) für eine Uhr in F minor, K.608Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Carlo Curley
Organ Symphony No. 5, Op. 42 No. 1: V. Toccata. AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Carlo Curley
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Arr. Fox for Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Carlo Curley
Serse, HWV 40, Act I: Largo (Ombra mai fù) [Arr. Curley for Organ]George Frideric Handel, Carlo Curley
Suite in D Major: Introduction & Trumpet Tune (Ed. P. Williams)John Stanley, Carlo Curley
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645 "Sleepers, Awake"Johann Sebastian Bach, Carlo Curley
Esquisses byzantines: Tu es PetrusHenri Mulet, Carlo Curley
Carillon de WestminsterLouis Vierne, Carlo Curley
The Ruins of Athens Op. 113: Turkish March (Arr. Curley for Organ)Ludwig van Beethoven, Carlo Curley
Wir danken dir, Gott, BWV 29: I. SinfoniaJohann Sebastian Bach, Carlo Curley
Moment musical in F minor, D.780 No. 3 (Arr. Curley)Franz Schubert, Carlo Curley
Organ Concerto No. 5 in F, Op. 4 No. 5: 2. Allegro (Arr. Curley)George Frideric Handel, Carlo Curley
Vocalise, Op.34, No.14 (Arr. Bird)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Carlo Curley
Suite gothique, Op. 25: I. Introduction-ChoralLéon Boëllmann, Carlo Curley
Suite gothique, Op. 25: II. Menuet gothiqueLéon Boëllmann, Carlo Curley
Suite gothique, Op. 25: III. Prière à Notre-DameLéon Boëllmann, Carlo Curley
Suite gothique, Op. 25: IV. ToccataLéon Boëllmann, Carlo Curley
The Planets, Op. 32: IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity (Arr. Curley for Organ)Gustav Holst, Carlo Curley
Washington Post (Arr. Curley)John Philip Sousa, Carlo Curley
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