Dive into the profound and intricate world of Max Reger's organ compositions with this expansive collection, "Reger: Organ Works." Released in 2020, this album is a testament to Reger's mastery and innovation in organ music, spanning a duration of over five hours. The album features a rich selection of Reger's works, including his renowned Passacaglia und Fuge in E Minor, Op. 127, and the intricate Choralfantasien, Op. 52, among many others. Each piece showcases Reger's unique blend of romanticism and contrapuntal complexity, making it a treasure trove for both classical enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
Recorded on the historic Schuke-Orgel in the Marktkirche in Halle, this album benefits from the instrument's rich tonal palette, allowing Reger's compositions to shine in all their glory. The album includes a variety of genres and styles, from solemn chorale preludes to virtuosic toccatas and fugues, offering a comprehensive overview of Reger's organ repertoire. Whether you're familiar with Reger's work or discovering it for the first time, this collection is an essential addition to any classical music library. The meticulous performance and high-quality recording ensure that every nuance of Reger's compositions is captured, providing an immersive and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Introduction, Passacaglia und Fuge in E Minor, Op. 127Max Reger, Heinz Wunderlich
Organ Sonata No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 33Max Reger, Heinz Wunderlich
Organ Sonata No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 60Max Reger, Heinz Wunderlich
3 Choralfantasien, Op. 52 (Excerpts): No. 3, Über den Choral "Halleluja, Gott zu loben bleibe meine Seelenfreud"Max Reger, Heinz Wunderlich
3 Choralfantasien, Op. 52 (Excerpts): No. 2, Über den Choral "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme"Max Reger, Heinz Wunderlich
Choralfantasie über "Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott", Op. 27Max Reger, Heinz Wunderlich
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.
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