Dive into the profound and intricate world of Max Reger's organ works with the release of "Reger: Organ Works, Vol. 7" on CPO. This captivating collection, released on August 6, 2021, offers a rich tapestry of Reger's masterful compositions, spanning a duration of 2 hours and 8 minutes. The album features a diverse array of pieces, including variations, fugues, preludes, fantasies, and choral preludes, showcasing Reger's exceptional skill and versatility as a composer.
Highlights of the album include the expansive "Variationen und Fuge über ein Originalthema, Op. 73," which demonstrates Reger's ability to develop a theme with remarkable depth and complexity. The "Präludium und Fuge" series, presented in various keys, offers a fascinating exploration of Reger's contrapuntal prowess. Additionally, the "Fantasie und Fuge" pieces provide a dynamic and expressive journey through Reger's imaginative and technical brilliance.
The album also includes excerpts from "Choralvorspiele, Op. 79b," offering a glimpse into Reger's ability to transform sacred hymns into profound and moving organ works. Each piece in this collection is a testament to Reger's enduring influence and his significant contributions to the organ repertoire.
Whether you are a longtime admirer of Max Reger or a newcomer to his music, this album provides an enriching and immersive experience, showcasing the depth and breadth of Reger's organ works.
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Tracks
Introduktion, Variationen und Fuge über ein Originalthema, Op. 73: Introduktion - VariationenMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Introduktion, Variationen und Fuge über ein Originalthema, Op. 73: Fuge. VivacissimoMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in E Major, Op. 56 No. 1: I. PräludiumMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in E Major, Op. 56 No. 1: II. FugeMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in G Major, Op. 56 No. 3: I. PräludiumMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in G Major, Op. 56 No. 3: II. FugeMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Fantasie und Fuge in C Minor, Op. 29: I. FantasieMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Fantasie und Fuge in C Minor, Op. 29: II. FugeMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in D Minor, Op. 56 No. 2: I. PräludiumMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in D Minor, Op. 56 No. 2: II. FugeMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Choralvorspiele, Op. 79b (Excerpts): No. 1, Ach Gott, verlass mich nichtMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Choralvorspiele, Op. 79b (Excerpts): No. 3, Herr, nun selbst den Wagen haltMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Choralvorspiele, Op. 79b (Excerpts): No. 8, Christ ist erstanden von dem TodMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Choralvorspiele, Op. 79b (Excerpts): No. 9, Christus, der ist mein LebenMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Choralvorspiele, Op. 79b (Excerpts): No. 11, Nun danket alle GottMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in B Minor, Op. 56 No. 5: I. PräludiumMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Präludium und Fuge in B Minor, Op. 56 No. 5: II. FugeMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Fantasie und Fuge in D Minor, Op. 135b: I. FantasieMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
Fantasie und Fuge in D Minor, Op. 135b: II. FugeMax Reger, Gerhard Weinberger
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