Kenneth Leighton's "Organ Works, Vol. 3" is a captivating collection of choral masterpieces, released on October 29, 2017, under the Resonus Classics label. This album spans a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, offering a rich and diverse exploration of Leighton's compositions for the organ. The tracklist features a mix of intricate and evocative pieces, including "Paean," "Elegy," "Ode," and the expansive "Fantasy on a Chorale, Op. 80 'Es ist genug'," which is divided into five distinct movements. Additionally, the album showcases "Rockingham," "Fanfare," "Veni Redemptor, Op. 93 'A Celebration'," and the six-part "Improvisations, Op. 76 'De profundis'." Kenneth Leighton, known for his profound and expressive musical language, delivers a performance that highlights the organ's versatility and the depth of his compositional genius. This album is a testament to Leighton's enduring legacy in the world of choral music, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers a chance to immerse themselves in his timeless works.
(C) 2017 Resonus Limited
Tracks
PaeanKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
ElegyKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
OdeKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Fantasy on a Chorale, Op. 80 "Es ist genug": I. Es ist genugKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr, Chloë Hanslip
Fantasy on a Chorale, Op. 80 "Es ist genug": II. Herr, wenn ed dir gefälltKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr, Chloë Hanslip
Fantasy on a Chorale, Op. 80 "Es ist genug": III. So spanne mich doch ausKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr, Chloë Hanslip
Fantasy on a Chorale, Op. 80 "Es ist genug": IV. Ich fahre sicher hin mit FriedenKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr, Chloë Hanslip
Fantasy on a Chorale, Op. 80 "Es ist genug": V. Es ist genugKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr, Chloë Hanslip
RockinghamKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
FanfareKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Veni Redemptor, Op. 93 "A Celebration"Kenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Improvisations, Op. 76 "De profundis": I. Molto adagio e con fantasiaKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Improvisations, Op. 76 "De profundis": II. Allegro e ritmicoKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Improvisations, Op. 76 "De profundis": III. Presto e leggieroKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Improvisations, Op. 76 "De profundis": IV. AppassionatoKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Improvisations, Op. 76 "De profundis": V. Più sostenuto e molto espressivoKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr
Improvisations, Op. 76 "De profundis": VI. Molto statico e misuratoKenneth Leighton, Stephen Farr