John Keys presents a profound and contemplative collection of organ music tailored for the solemn and reflective seasons of Lent, Palm Sunday, and Holy Week. Released on March 5, 2021, under the independent label John Keys, this album spans a duration of one hour and three minutes, offering a serene and spiritually uplifting experience.
The tracklist is a meticulously curated selection of classical and sacred pieces, including Mendelssohn's "6 Sonatas for Organ, Op.65," Bach's profound chorale preludes such as "O Lamm Gottes unschuldig, BWV 656" and "O Mensch, bewein dein Sünde groß, BWV 622," and other timeless compositions like "Aus der Tiefe rufe ich" and "Herzlich tut mich verlangen." Each piece is performed with a depth of emotion and technical mastery, showcasing John Keys' exceptional skill and reverence for the organ.
This album is not just a compilation of beautiful music; it is a journey through the sacred and somber themes of the Lenten season, culminating in the solemnity of Holy Week. The organ's rich, resonant tones provide a powerful backdrop for reflection and meditation, making this album a perfect companion for those seeking spiritual solace and musical inspiration. Whether you are a devotee of classical music or simply looking for a moment of quiet contemplation, John Keys' "Organ Music for Lent, Palm Sunday and Holy Week" offers a deeply moving and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Aus der Tiefe rufe ichCarl Philipp Emanuel Bach, John Keys
Aus Tiefer not schrei ich zu dirMax Reger, John Keys
Aus Tiefer not schrei ich zu dirChristian Geist, John Keys
6 Sonatas for Organ, Op.65, Sonata No.3 in A major, MWV W 58: I. Con moto maestosoVarious Composers, Felix Mendelssohn, John Keys
6 Sonatas for Organ, Op.65, Sonata No.3 in A major, MWV W 58: II. Andante TranquilloVarious Composers, Felix Mendelssohn, John Keys
Aus der TiefeKenneth Leighton, John Keys
Chorale Prelude: MartyrdomHubert Parry, John Keys
O Lamm Gottes unschuldig, BWV 656Johann Sebastian Bach, John Keys
Christe, du lamm Gottes, BWV 619Johann Sebastian Bach, John Keys
O Mensch, bewein dein Sünde groß, BWV 622Johann Sebastian Bach, John Keys
Hosanna Filio DavidJeanne Demessieux, John Keys
Valet will ich dir gebenMax Reger, John Keys
Valet will ich dir gebenGeorg Friedrich Kauffmann, John Keys
Valet will ich dir geben, BWV 736Johann Sebastian Bach, John Keys
Meditation: Love UnknownFrancis Jackson, John Keys
Chorale Prelude: CaswallPeter Hurford, John Keys
Herzlich tut mich verlangenJohann Gottfried Walther, John Keys
O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden (Herzlich tut mich verlangen)Max Reger, John Keys
Herzlich tut mich verlangen, BWV 727Johann Sebastian Bach, John Keys
Chorale Prelude: RockinghamHubert Parry, John Keys
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