Dive into the profound and intricate world of Max Reger's organ works with the release of "Max Reger - Works for Organ - Vol. 7." This captivating collection, released on September 19, 2020, under the Querstand label, offers a comprehensive journey through Reger's masterful compositions for the organ. Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 8 minutes, this album is a testament to Reger's virtuosity and the organ's majestic range.
The album features a rich array of pieces, including the four Preludes and Fugues, Op. 85, each showcasing Reger's distinctive style and technical brilliance. The Suite for Organ in G Minor, Op. 92, is another highlight, with its diverse movements ranging from the serene Prelude to the dynamic Toccata. Additionally, the Introduction, Passacaglia and Fugue in F Minor, Op. 127, and the Nine Pieces, Op. 129, offer a deeper exploration of Reger's compositional prowess, blending technical complexity with emotional depth.
Max Reger, a German composer, organist, and pianist, is renowned for his contributions to the romantic and early modernist periods. His works for the organ are particularly celebrated for their intricate counterpoint, rich harmonies, and profound expressive power. This album is a must for any classical music enthusiast looking to explore the depths of Reger's organ repertoire.
2019 Querstand2019 Klaus-Jürgen Kamprad
Tracks
Vier Präludien und Fugen, Op. 85: No. 1 in C-Sharp Minor, Präludium und FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Vier Präludien und Fugen, Op. 85: No. 2 in G Major, Präludium und FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Vier Präludien und Fugen, Op. 85: No. 3 in F Major, Präludium und FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Vier Präludien und Fugen, Op. 85: No. 4 in E Minor, Präludium und FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel in G Minor, Op. 92: No. 1, PräludiumMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel, Op. 92: No. 2, FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel, Op. 92: No. 3, IntermezzoMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel, Op. 92: No. 4, Basso ostinatoMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel, Op. 92: No. 5, RomanzeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel, Op. 92: No. 6, ToccataMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Suite für Orgel, Op. 92: No. 7, FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Introduction, Passacaglia und Fuge für Orgel in F Minor, Op. 127Max Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Neun Stücke, Op. 129: No. 1 in D Minor, ToccataMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot
Neun Stücke, Op. 129: No. 2 in D Minor, FugeMax Reger, Irénée Peyrot