Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Charles-Marie Widor with "The Complete Organ Works," a monumental collection released on Signum Records. This extensive compilation spans over five and a half hours, showcasing Widor's mastery of the organ through eight symphonies and the grand "Symphonie gothique." Each piece is a testament to Widor's exceptional compositional skill, blending romantic expressiveness with classical structure.
Widor, a French organist and composer, was a prominent figure in the musical landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works, particularly his organ symphonies, are celebrated for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. This album offers a comprehensive journey through his organ repertoire, from the dramatic and powerful opening of the First Organ Symphony to the serene and contemplative movements of the Eighth.
The "Symphonie gothique," a separate masterpiece, adds a unique dimension to the collection. Its three movements evoke the grandeur and mystique of Gothic architecture, providing a fitting conclusion to this expansive album.
Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of organ music or a newcomer eager to explore, "The Complete Organ Works" by Charles-Marie Widor is a captivating exploration of one of the most significant bodies of work in the organ repertoire.
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Tracks
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: I. Prélude – AndanteCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: II. AllegrettoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: III. Intermezzo – AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: IV. AdagioCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: V. Marche pontificaleCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: VI. MéditationCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 13 No. 1: VII. Finale – AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: I. Praeludium circulare – AndantinoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: II. Pastorale – ModeratoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: III. AndanteCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: IV. Salve Regina – AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: V. Scherzo – AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: VI. Adagio – AndanteCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 13 No. 2: VII. Finale – AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 3 in E Minor: I. Prélude: moderatoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 3 in E Minor: II. MinuettoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 3 in E Minor: III. MarciaCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 3 in E Minor: IV. AdagioCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 3 in E Minor: V. Finale: Allegro moltoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 4 in F Minor: I. ToccataCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 4 in F Minor: II. Fugue: Moderato assaiCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 4 in F Minor: III. Andante cantabileCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 4 in F Minor: IV. Scherzo: Allegro vivaceCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 4 in F Minor: V. AdagioCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 4 in F Minor: VI. Finale: ModeratoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 5 in in F Minor, Op. 42, No. 1: I. Allegro Vivace - Piu LentoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 5 in in F Minor, Op. 42, No. 1: II. Allegro CantabileCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 5 in in F Minor, Op. 42, No. 1: III. Andantino Quasi AllegrettoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 5 in in F Minor, Op. 42, No. 1: IV. AdagioCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 5 in in F Minor, Op. 42, No. 1: V. ToccataCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 42 No. 2: I. AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 42 No. 2: II. AdagioCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 42 No. 2: III. IntermezzoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 42 No. 2: IV. CantabileCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 6 in G Minor, Op. 42 No. 2: V. FinaleCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 7 in A Minor, Op. 42, No. 3: I. ModeratoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 7 in A Minor, Op. 42, No. 3: II. Choral: AndanteCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 7 in A Minor, Op. 42, No. 3: III. Andante – AllegrettoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 7 in A Minor, Op. 42, No. 3: IV. Allegro non troppoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 7 in A Minor, Op. 42, No. 3: V. LargoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 7 in A Minor, Op. 42, No. 3: VI. Finale: Allegro VivaceCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 8 in B Major, Op. 42, No. 4: I. Allegro risolutoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 8 in B Major, Op. 42, No. 4: II. Moderato cantabileCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 8 in B Major, Op. 42, No. 4: III. AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 8 in B Major, Op. 42, No. 4: IV. Variations: AndanteCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 8 in B Major, Op. 42, No. 4: V. AdagioCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Organ Symphony No. 8 in B Major, Op. 42, No. 4: VI. Finale: Tempo giustoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Symphonie gothique, Op. 70: I. ModeratoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Symphonie gothique, Op. 70: II. Andante sostenutoCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
Symphonie gothique, Op. 70: III. AllegroCharles-Marie Widor, Joseph Nolan
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