Max Reger

Max Reger's self-titled album, released on 1 April 2023 via Robert Holmin Ljud&Bild, is a masterful collection of classical pieces that showcase the artist's profound musicality. Spanning 41 minutes, this exquisite album takes listeners on a journey through a diverse range of compositions, from the serene 'Mariä Wiegenlied, Op. 76/52' to the lively 'Tarantella in G Minor'.

The album features a beautiful 'Romance in G Major', as well as the enchanting 'Wiegenlied, Op. 79d: 1. Allegretto con grazia' and the elegant 'Albumblatt in E-Flat Major'. Max Reger's technical prowess and emotional depth are particularly evident in his interpretation of the 'Clarinet Sonata in B-Flat Major, Op. 107', which is presented here in its entirety, comprising four movements: 'Moderato', 'Vivace', 'Adagio', and 'Allegretto con grazia'.

With its thoughtful pacing and nuanced performances, Max Reger's album is a testament to the artist's dedication to his craft. This release is sure to delight fans of classical music and provide a compelling introduction to Max Reger's work for new listeners.

Max Reger, born Johann Baptist Joseph Maximilian Reger in 1873, was a towering figure in German music, straddling the late Romantic and early Modernist eras. A prolific composer, pianist, organist, and conductor, Reger's music is renowned for its complexity and emotional depth, particularly his monumental fugues and organ works. Born in Brand, Bavaria, Reger's musical journey began under the tutelage of his parents and the local organist, leading him to become one of the most significant composers of organ music since Bach. His compositions, which include magnificent chorale-based and free works, reflect both the grandeur of German Romanticism and the innovative spirit of Modernism. Reger's legacy endures, celebrated by figures such as Paul Hindemith and Arnold Schoenberg, and his music continues to captivate audiences with its structural coherence and emotional resonance.