Vincent Dubois, the renowned titular organist of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris, presents his eagerly anticipated album "Eternal Notre-Dame," set to release on September 5, 2025, under Warner Classics. This album marks a significant milestone as it is the first recording made in the iconic cathedral following its reopening.
"Eternal Notre-Dame" is a captivating collection of 17 tracks, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 24 minutes, featuring works by celebrated composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, César Franck, Charles-Marie Widor, Maurice Ravel, and Sergei Rachmaninov, among others. The album showcases Dubois' exceptional virtuosity and profound connection with the historic instrument, the grand organ of Notre-Dame.
From the majestic opening of Bach's "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor" to the delicate intricacies of Ravel's "Le Tombeau de Couperin," each piece is meticulously performed, offering a rich tapestry of musical expression. The album also includes Dubois' own composition, "Boléro sur un thème de Charles Racquet," adding a personal touch to this extraordinary collection.
Vincent Dubois' "Eternal Notre-Dame" is not just a testament to his artistry but also a celebration of the resplendent acoustics and historical significance of Notre-Dame Cathedral. This album is a must-experience for classical music enthusiasts and organ aficionados alike, offering a glimpse into the timeless beauty of one of the world's most revered musical landmarks.
Bach, JS: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565: I. ToccataJohann Sebastian Bach, Vincent Dubois
Bach, JS: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565: II. FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Vincent Dubois
Bach, JS: 6 Choräle von verschiedener Art "Schübler-Choräle": No. 1, Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, BWV 645Johann Sebastian Bach, Vincent Dubois
Bach, JS: Wir danken dir, Gott, wir danken dir, BWV 29: Sinfonia (Arr. Dupré for Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Vincent Dubois
Widor: Organ Symphony No. 5 in F Minor, Op. 42 No. 1: V. ToccataCharles-Marie Widor, Vincent Dubois
Franck: Prélude, fugue et variation, Op. 18, FWV 30: I. PréludeCésar Franck, Vincent Dubois
Franck: Prélude, fugue et variation, Op. 18, FWV 30: II. FugueCésar Franck, Vincent Dubois
Franck: Prélude, fugue et variation, Op. 18, FWV 30: III. VariationCésar Franck, Vincent Dubois
Vierne: 24 Pièces de fantaisie, Suite No. 3, Op. 54: VI. Carillon de WestminsterLouis Vierne, Vincent Dubois
Vierne: 24 Pièces de fantaisie, Suite No. 4, Op. 55: IV. NaïadesLouis Vierne, Vincent Dubois
Rachmaninov: Morceaux de fantaisie, Op. 3: No. 2, Prelude in C-Sharp Minor "The Bells of Moscow" (Arr. Vierne for Organ)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vincent Dubois
Rimsky-Korsakov: The Tale of Tsar Saltan, Act 3: The Flight of the Bumblebee (Arr. De Saint-Martin for Organ)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Vincent Dubois
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: IV. Rigaudon (Arr. Dubois for Organ)Maurice Ravel, Vincent Dubois
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: V. Menuet (Arr. Dubois for Organ)Maurice Ravel, Vincent Dubois
Ravel: Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68: VI. Toccata (Arr. Dubois for Organ)Maurice Ravel, Vincent Dubois
Cochereau: Boléro sur un thème de Charles RacquetPierre Cochereau, Vincent Dubois, Gilles Rancitelli
Balbastre: Marche des Marseillois et l'air Ça-iraClaude Balbastre, Vincent Dubois
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