Christopher Herrick - Organ Fireworks
Review by Richard Jude
Organ Fireworks is a stunning album by Christopher Herrick that showcases his incredible talent and mastery of the organ. The album features a range of pieces from different composers, including Johann Sebastian Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, and Louis Vierne, among others.
Herrick's playing is impeccable, and he brings a level of energy and excitement to each piece that is truly remarkable. His use of the organ's many sounds and textures is impressive, and he creates a rich and varied soundscape that is a joy to listen to.
One of the standout pieces on the album is Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D minor, which Herrick performs with great skill and precision. The piece is a classic of the organ repertoire, and Herrick's interpretation is both powerful and nuanced.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Variations De Concert, Op 1 | ||
| Toccata 'Nu La Oss Takke Gud' | ||
| Cortège et litanie, for organ | 06:46 | |
| Toccata | ||
| Scherzo for organ in G minor | 06:18 | |
| Tuba Tune for organ | 04:26 | |
| Finale (Allegro Vivace) From Symphony No 7 | 7:28 | |
| Kiwi Fireworks, variations on "God Defend New Zealand", for organ~Overture and Theme | 02:43 | |
| Variations for organ on an Easter Theme ("O Filii et Filiae")~A little slower | 00:40 | |
| Concert Fantasia and Variations for oragn on "Hanover", Op 4 | 14:57 | |
| Concertstücke No. 1 in the form of a Polonaise for organ, Op. 80 | 07:17 | |
| Variations for organ on an Easter Theme ("O Filii et Filiae")~Fast - Broad and majestic - Fast | 01:32 | |
| Introduction and Theme, for organ ("Ostinato") | 07:57 | |
| Poèmes d'automne, for organ, Op. 3~Matin Provençal No. 2 | 05:28 | |
| Trumpet Tune in G | 03:21 | |
| Symphony No 7, Op 42, No 6: Finale | ||
| Trumpet Tune In D | ||
| Toccata 'Now Thank We All Our God' | 3:06 | |
| Kiwi Fireworks, variations on "God Defend New Zealand", for organ~Scherzo | 02:49 | |
| Offertoire for organ in D minor | 05:45 | |
| Four Extemporisations, No 4: Fanfare | ||
| Trumpet Minuet for organ | 03:42 | |
| Suite, for organ, Op. 5~Toccata | 08:48 | |
| Grand Chœur Triomphal In A Major, Op 47 No. 2 | ||
| Tuba Tune in D major, Op. 15 | 02:25 | |
| Kiwi Fireworks, variations on "God Defend New Zealand", for organ~Fanfare and Finale | 02:51 | |
| Organ Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 28~Allegretto | 03:43 | |
| Fanfare From 'Four Extemporisations' | 6:29 | |
| March Upon Handel's 'Lift Up Your Heads', Op 15 | 5:49 | |
| Le prophète, grand opera in 5 acts~The Anabaptists' Choral | 00:52 | |
| Variations for organ on an Easter Theme ("O Filii et Filiae")~Slow | 01:23 | |
| Grand Choeur Triomphale In A Major, Op 47 No. 2 | 5:18 | |
| Fiesta!, a suite for organ in 7 movements~3. Stride Dance | 02:23 | |
| Variations for organ on an Easter Theme ("O Filii et Filiae")~Slow and expressive | 02:25 | |
| Organ Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 28~Andante espressivo | 05:45 | |
| Organ Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 28~Presto | 07:14 | |
| Kiwi Fireworks, variations on "God Defend New Zealand", for organ~Dance | 02:02 | |
| Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg, opera, WWV 96~Overture | 10:34 | |
| Blues-Toccata, for solo organ | 04:11 | |
| Fantasie | 09:23 | |
| Fiesta!, a suite for organ in 7 movements~1. Celebration | 02:12 | |
| Trumpet Tune In D Major | 2:34 | |
| Carillon sortie on "Tu Es Petra" for organ in D major | 05:02 | |
| Variations for organ on an Easter Theme ("O Filii et Filiae")~Majestic | 01:17 | |
| Marche Héroique | ||
| Three Global Songs, for organ~1. Siyahamba 'We are marching in the light of God' | 03:11 | |
| Variations for organ on an Easter Theme ("O Filii et Filiae")~Fast and rhythmic | 00:56 | |
| Marche Héroïque for organ in D, Op 74 | 05:50 | |
| Marche Sur Un Thème De Hændel, Op 15 | ||
| Alleluyas | ||
| Organ Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 28~Allegro maestoso | 08:30 | |
| Kiwi Fireworks, variations on "God Defend New Zealand", for organ~Meditation | 04:01 | |
| Preamble for a Solemn Occasion, for speaker | 05:05 |
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Catalog Numbers
- MHS 7187A
- 9187F
- CDA66121
- A66121
Labels
- Musical Heritage Society
- Hyperion
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Cassette
- Album
- Stereo
- Dolby B
- CD
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Hyperion Records Limited |
| Copyright (c) | Hyperion Records Limited |
| Recorded At | Westminster Abbey |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Engineer | Antony Howell |
| Executive-Producer | Edward Perry |
| Organ | Christopher Herrick |
| Producer | Mark Brown |
| Sleeve | Terry Shannon |
| Design | Terry Shannon |
Notes
- Recorded in Westminster Abbey on January 27, 28, 1984
- Licensed from Hyperion Records - London
- Licensed from Hyperion Records—London
- Chromium Dioxide—for all cassette players, standard 120 µ sec. EQ
- Made in Japan
Barcodes
- Barcode: 00009187F
- Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): 76.41 084-01-1
- Matrix / Runout (Side B Label): 76.41 084-01-2
- Matrix / Runout (Side A Runout): DMM A C-A-66121-A
- Matrix / Runout (Side B Runout): DMM A C-A-66121-B
- Rights Society: MCPS
About Christopher Herrick
English organist (born 23 May 1942).
Name Vars
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