Barbara Harbach's "Milken Archive, Vol. 4 Album 13: Organ Music for the Synagogue – Cycle of Life in Synagogue & Home" is a captivating collection of organ compositions that beautifully encapsulates the spiritual and ceremonial essence of Jewish life. Released on February 3, 2015, under the Milken Archive Digital label, this album spans a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of sacred music.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, including Barbara Harbach's own compositions such as "Mosaic Horizons" and "Pastoral Invocation," as well as traditional works like "Yigdal" and "The Q Anthem." Harbach's mastery of the organ is evident in every track, from the contemplative "Silent Prayer" to the triumphant "Processional." The album is divided into sections that reflect the cycle of life in both the synagogue and the home, providing a musical journey through various moments of worship, celebration, and reflection.
Barbara Harbach, a renowned organist and composer, brings her extensive experience and deep understanding of sacred music to this album. Her compositions are characterized by their lyrical beauty, technical virtuosity, and profound spiritual depth. This album is a testament to her ability to create music that resonates with both the heart and the soul, making it a valuable addition to any music lover's collection.
Tracks
6 Preludes for Organ: No. 1, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
6 Preludes for Organ: No. 2, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
6 Preludes for Organ: No. 3, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
6 Preludes for Organ: No. 4, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
6 Preludes for Organ: No. 5, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
6 Preludes for Organ: No. 6, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
Prelude for OrganStephen Richards, Barbara Harbach
Theme and VariationsReuben Kosakoff, Barbara Harbach
3 Chorale Variations on Hebrew Hymns: No. 1, YigdalEllis Kohs, Barbara Harbach
Mosaic HorizonsRobert Strassburg, Barbara Harbach
4 Wedding Marches: No. 3, —Ernest Bloch, Barbara Harbach
9 Préludes, Op. 231b: No. 1, —Darius Milhaud, Barbara Harbach
9 Préludes, Op. 231b: No. 4, —Darius Milhaud, Barbara Harbach
9 Préludes, Op. 231b: No. 7, —Darius Milhaud, Barbara Harbach
9 Préludes, Op. 231b: No. 9, —Darius Milhaud, Barbara Harbach
ProcessionalHerbert Fromm, Barbara Harbach
Gratitude and PraiseMichael Isaacson, Barbara Harbach
Silent PrayerRobert Starer, Barbara Harbach
Sabbath Eve Service: Organ Postlude, "Benediction"Robert Starer, Barbara Harbach
The Lord of AllSamuel Adler, Barbara Harbach
The Quasquicentennial Organ Book: Pastoral InvocationOfer Ben-Amots, Juergen Essle
The Quasquicentennial Organ Book: The Q AnthemOfer Ben-Amots, Juergen Essle
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