Immerse yourself in the monumental world of Josef Rheinberger's organ sonatas with this comprehensive collection, released by Priory Records in 2018. Spanning an impressive 7 hours and 20 minutes across 66 tracks, this album is a testament to Rheinberger's mastery of the organ and his enduring legacy in the realm of sacred music.
Josef Rheinberger, a German composer and organist of the Romantic era, composed 20 organ sonatas, each a unique exploration of the instrument's capabilities. This collection presents all of them, performed with exquisite skill and sensitivity by Roger Sayer on the historic organ of The Temple Church in London. The sonatas range from the early Op. 27 to the late Op. 196, showcasing Rheinberger's evolution as a composer and his deep understanding of the organ's expressive potential.
The album begins with the dramatic Organ Sonata No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 27, and takes the listener on a journey through a variety of moods and styles. From the pastoral serenity of the "Pastoral" Sonata, Op. 88, to the triumphant finale of the "Zur Friedensfeier" Sonata, Op. 196, each sonata tells a story, evokes an atmosphere, and reveals a facet of Rheinberger's musical personality.
This collection is not just a chronological survey of Rheinberger's organ sonatas but also a celebration of the organ's rich sonic palette. The Temple Church organ, with its distinctive acoustic and historic significance, provides an ideal setting for these performances, allowing the music to resonate and breathe in all its glory.
Whether you're a seasoned fan of organ music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding and enriching experience. It's a chance to discover the depth and breadth of Rheinberger's organ sonatas, performed with technical brilliance and musical insight. So, sit back, press play, and let the music of Josef Rheinberger fill your space and stir your soul.
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Tracks
Organ Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 119: I. PreludeJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 119: II. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 119: III. Marcia religiosaJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 6 in E-Flat Minor, Op. 119: IV. FugaJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 7 in F Minor, Op. 127: I. AllegroJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 7 in F Minor, Op. 127: II. AndanteJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 7 in F Minor, Op. 127: III. FinaleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 10 in B Minor, Op. 146: Fuge. Molto moderatoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 10 in B Minor, Op. 146: Thema mit Veränderungen. AndanteJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 10 in B Minor, Op. 146: Fantasie und Finale. Quasi adagioJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 16 in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 175: I. Allegro moderatoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 16 in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 175: II. SkandinavischJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 16 in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 175: III. Introduction & FugueJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 17 in B Major, Op. 181: I. FantasieJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 17 in B Major, Op. 181: II. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 17 in B Major, Op. 181: III. Introduction & FugueJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 12 in D-Flat Major, Op. 154: I. Fantasia. Maestoso lentoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 12 in D-Flat Major, Op. 154: II. Pastoral. AndanteJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 12 in D-Flat Major, Op. 154: III. Introduction & Fugue. LentoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 27: I. PreludeJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 27: II. AndanteJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 27: III. FinaleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 18 in A Major, Op. 188: I. PhantasieJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 18 in A Major, Op. 188: II. CapriccioJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 18 in A Major, Op. 188: III. IdylleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 18 in A Major, Op. 188: IV. FinaleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 14 in C Major, Op. 165: I. PreludeJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 14 in C Major, Op. 165: II. IdyllJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 14 in C Major, Op. 165: III. ToccataJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 168: I. FantasiaJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 168: II. AdagioJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 15 in D Major, Op. 168: III. Introduction & RicercareJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 11 in D Minor, Op. 148: I. AgitatoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 11 in D Minor, Op. 148: II. Cantilène. AdagioJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 11 in D Minor, Op. 148: III. Intermezzo. ModeratoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 11 in D Minor, Op. 148: IV. Fuge. Con motoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98: I. Tempo moderatoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98: II. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98: III. Fuga cromaticaJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 65 "Fantasie": I. Grave - AllegroJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 65 "Fantasie": II. Adagio espressivoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 2 in A-Flat Major, Op. 65 "Fantasie": III. FinaleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 88 "Pastoral": I. PastoraleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 88 "Pastoral": II. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 3 in G Major, Op. 88 "Pastoral": III. FugueJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 20 in F Major, Op. 196 "Zur Friedensfeier": I. PreludeJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 20 in F Major, Op. 196 "Zur Friedensfeier": II. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 20 in F Major, Op. 196 "Zur Friedensfeier": III. PastoraleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 20 in F Major, Op. 196 "Zur Friedensfeier": IV. FinaleJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
Organ Sonata No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 132: I. PreludeJosef Rheinberger, Roger Sayer
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