Christopher Herrick's "Organ Fireworks 1: The Organ of Westminster Abbey" is a captivating collection of 20th-century organ works, recorded in the historic and acoustically renowned setting of Westminster Abbey. Released in 1984 on the Hyperion label, this album showcases Herrick's virtuosity and the impressive sound of the Abbey's Harrison organ. The ten tracks, composed by Joseph Bonnet, Alexandre Guilmant, Percy Whitlock, Herbert Brewer, and others, offer a dynamic range of styles and techniques, from triumphant marches to intricate variations and powerful toccatas. The album's title, "Organ Fireworks," is aptly chosen, as each piece is a display of technical brilliance and musical flair. Recorded in January 1984, this album marked the beginning of Herrick's successful freelance career and the start of Hyperion's renowned "Organ Fireworks" series. With a duration of 54 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring appeal of the organ and the skill of Christopher Herrick.
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