Michael Murray, renowned organist and musician, presents a captivating collection of works in "Music for Organ, Brass & Percussion." Released on February 1, 1990, under the Telarc label, this album spans a diverse range of compositions, showcasing Murray's virtuosity and the rich interplay between organ, brass, and percussion. The album features arrangements by notable artists such as Empire Brass and Robert Smedvig, blending classical and contemporary pieces into a cohesive and engaging musical experience.
The tracklist is a testament to Murray's versatility, featuring works from composers like Jean Françaix, Georg Philipp Telemann, and Henry Purcell, among others. Highlights include the grand and dialogic "Six pièces d'orgue: No. 6, Grand chœur dialogué," the heroic "Poème héroïque, Op. 33," and the intricate "Suite française, FP 80," which offers a delightful journey through various French dances and melodies. The album also includes stirring marches, solemn hymns, and lively trumpet tunes, providing a dynamic and varied listening experience.
With a duration of just over an hour, "Music for Organ, Brass & Percussion" is a testament to Michael Murray's skill and the timeless appeal of the featured compositions. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply appreciate the grandeur of organ and brass ensembles, this album offers a rich and rewarding exploration of some of the most beautiful and evocative works in the repertoire.
Tracks
Six pièces d'orgue: No. 6, Grand chœur dialogué (Arr. E. Smedvig)Eugène Gigout, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
Poème héroïque, Op. 33Marcel Dupré, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
Suite française, FP 80: I. Bransle de Bourgogne (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Suite française, FP 80: II. Pavane (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Suite française, FP 80: III. Petite marche militaire (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Suite française, FP 80: IV. Complainte (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Suite française, FP 80: V. Bransle de Champagne (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Suite française, FP 80: VI. Sicilienne (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Suite française, FP 80: VII. Carillon (Arr. Empire Brass)Francis Poulenc, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
Vespers: Deus in Adjutorium (Arr. R. Smedvig)Claudio Monteverdi, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
12 Marches héroiques "Heldenmusik": No. 8, Giocoso, TWV 50:38 (Arr. R. Smedvig)Georg Philipp Telemann, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
12 Marches héroiques "Heldenmusik": No. 4, Tranquilo, TWV 50:34 (Arr. R. Smedvig)Georg Philipp Telemann, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
12 Marches héroiques "Heldenmusik": No. 12, Con spirito, TWV 50:42 (Arr. R. Smedvig)Georg Philipp Telemann, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
The Prayer of Saint Gregory, Op. 62b (Arr. R. Smedvig) [Arr. R. Smedvig]Alan Hovhaness, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
Trumpet Tune (Arr. Empire Brass)Jeremiah Clarke, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
Voluntary on the Doxology (Old 100th), Z. 721 (Arr. Empire Brass)Henry Purcell, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
The Island Princess: Trumpet Tune - Bell Symphony, Z. 49 (Arr. Empire Brass)Jeremiah Clarke, Daniel Purcell, Henry Purcell, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
Feierlicher Einzug, TrV 224Richard Strauss, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
66 Choral-Improvisationen, Op. 65, Book 6: No. 59, Nun danket alle GottSigfrid Karg-Elert, Michael Murray, Empire Brass
Idoménée: Rigaudon (Arr. J.S. Pilafian)André Campra, Michael Murray, Empire Brass, Robert Woods
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