Hans Fagius, a renowned organist, presents a captivating collection of organ works spanning centuries and styles. This album, released on BIS in 1994, offers a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Fagius's virtuosity and the organ's majestic range. The album features works by Mendelssohn, Bach, Saint-Saëns, Boellmann, Lindberg, and Vierne, each bringing their unique voice to the instrument.
The album opens with Mendelssohn's Organ Sonata in F Minor, Op. 65, No. 1, a piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection with its dramatic and expressive passages. Bach's iconic Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565, is a highlight, demonstrating Fagius's technical prowess and the organ's power to evoke both grandeur and intimacy. The album also includes Saint-Saëns' Suite gothique, Op. 25, a work that blends medieval-inspired themes with Romantic sensibilities, and Lindberg's Organ Symphony No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 14, a modern piece that pushes the boundaries of organ composition.
With a duration of over two hours, this album is a comprehensive exploration of the organ's capabilities and a testament to Hans Fagius's mastery. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, this collection offers a rewarding listening experience that highlights the beauty and versatility of the organ.
Tracks
Organ Sonata in F Minor, Op. 65, No. 1, MWV W56: I. Allegro moderato e seriosoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in F Minor, Op. 65, No. 1, MWV W56: II. AdagioFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in F Minor, Op. 65, No. 1, MWV W56: III. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in F Minor, Op. 65, No. 1, MWV W56: IV. Allegro assai vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in C Minor, Op. 65 No. 2, MWV W57: I. GraveFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in C Minor, Op. 65 No. 2, MWV W57: II. AdagioFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in C Minor, Op. 65 No. 2, MWV W57: III. Allegro maestoso e vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in C Minor, Op. 65 No. 2, MWV W57: IV. FugaFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in A Major, Op. 65, MWV W58: I. Con moto maestosoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in A Major, Op. 65, MWV W58: II. Andante tranquilloFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 65, No. 4, MWV W59: I. Allegro con brioFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 65, No. 4, MWV W59: II. Andante religiosoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 65, No. 4, MWV W59: III. AllegrettoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 65, No. 4, MWV W59: IV. Allegro maestoso e vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in D Major, Op. 65, No. 5, MWV W60: I. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in D Major, Op. 65, No. 5, MWV W60: II. Andante con motoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in D Major, Op. 65, No. 5, MWV W60: III. Allegro maestosoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in D Minor, Op. 65, No. 6, MWV W61: I. Choral. Andante sostenuto - Allegro moltoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in D Minor, Op. 65, No. 6, MWV W61: II. Fuga. Sostenuto e legatoFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Organ Sonata in D Minor, Op. 65, No. 6, MWV W61: III. Finale. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Toccata & Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, BWV 147: Jesu bleibet meine Freude, BWV 147 (Arr. For organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hans Fagius
3 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 37 No. 2: I. Prelude and Fugue in C MinorFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
3 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 37 No. 2: II. Prelude and Fugue in G MajorFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
3 Preludes & Fugues, Op. 37 No. 2: III. Prelude and Fugue in D MinorFelix Mendelssohn, Hans Fagius
Fantaisie in E-Flat Major: I. Con motoCamille Saint-Saëns, Hans Fagius
Fantaisie in E-Flat Major: II. Allegro di molto e con fuocoCamille Saint-Saëns, Hans Fagius
Suite gothique, Op. 25: I. Introduction - ChoralLéon Boëllmann, Hans Fagius
Suite gothique, Op. 25: II. Menuet gothiqueLéon Boëllmann, Hans Fagius
Suite gothique, Op. 25: III. Priere a Notre-DameLéon Boëllmann, Hans Fagius
Suite gothique, Op. 25: IV. ToccataLéon Boëllmann, Hans Fagius
Gammal fabodpsalm fran Dalarna (Old Pastoral Hymn from Dalecarlia)Oskar Lindberg, Hans Fagius
Organ Symphony No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 14: Organ Symphony No. 1, Op. 14: VI. FinaleLouis Vierne, Hans Fagius
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