Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of Josef Rheinberger's organ compositions with the album "Rheinberger: Organ Music." Released in 2017 under the Brilliant Classics label, this collection showcases the mastery of Rheinberger, a prolific composer known for his sacred music, vocal works, and organ pieces. The album spans a generous 2 hours and 6 minutes, featuring a diverse array of compositions that highlight Rheinberger's skill and versatility.
The tracklist includes the complete Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98, with its three distinct movements, each offering a unique exploration of sound and emotion. The Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49, provide a series of contrasting pieces, ranging from the gentle Andante to the lively Alla breve. The album also features the Organ Sonata No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 132, and the 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156, which include evocative titles such as "Romanze," "Vision," and "Passacaglia."
Rheinberger's compositions are characterized by their technical brilliance and expressive depth, making this album a treasure trove for lovers of classical organ music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to Rheinberger's work, this album offers a comprehensive and captivating journey through the composer's organ repertoire.
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Tracks
Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98: I. Senza titoloJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98: II. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Organ Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 98: III. Fuga cromaticaJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: I. AndanteJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: II. ModeratoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: III. AdagioJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: IV. Allegretto quasi andantinoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: V. Con motoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: VI. Alla breveJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: VII. Andantino amabileJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: VIII. Adagio ma non troppoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: IX. ModeratoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Ten Organ Trios, Op. 49: X. Andante moltoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
Organ Sonata No. 8 in E Minor, Op. 132Josef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: I. PraeludiumJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: II. RomanzeJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: III. CanzonettaJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: IV. IntermezzoJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: V. VisionJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: VI. DuettJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: VII. In memoriamJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: VIII. PastoraleJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: IX. KlageJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: X. AbendfriedeJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: XI. PassacagliaJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino
12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 156: XII. TrauermarschJosef Rheinberger, Carlo Guandalino