Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Kenneth Leighton's organ works with "The Complete Organ Works of Kenneth Leighton." Released on Priory Records in 1990, this extensive collection spans nearly two and a half hours, offering a comprehensive journey through the choral and organ compositions of this distinguished 20th-century British composer. Leighton's mastery of the organ is evident in each piece, from the dramatic "Scherzo & Passacaglia, Op. 41" to the contemplative "Elegy for Organ" and the festive "Festival Fanfare." The album also includes his "6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72," showcasing Leighton's ability to transform traditional hymns into complex and captivating organ works. The "Missa de gloria, Op. 82" is a highlight, featuring Leighton's choral writing at its finest. Whether you're a fan of choral music or an enthusiast of organ compositions, this album is a testament to Kenneth Leighton's enduring legacy and his significant contributions to the genre.
1990 Priory Records1990 Priory Records
Tracks
Prelude, Scherzo & Passacaglia, Op. 41Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Elegy for OrganKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Fanfare for OrganKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Paean for OrganKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Et resurrexit, Op. 49Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Festival FanfareKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Improvisation (In Memoriam Maurice de Sausmarez)Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Choral Prelude on "Rockingham"Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72: No. 1, HelmsleyKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72: No. 2, Aus der TiefeKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72: No. 3, LumettoKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72: No. 4, St. ColumbaKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72: No. 5, Veni EmmanuelKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
6 Fantasies on Hymn Tunes, Op. 72: No. 6, Toccata on "Hanover"Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Martyrs (Dialogues on a Scottish Psalm-Tune), Op. 73Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill, Peter Backhouse
Ode for OrganKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Missa de gloria, Op. 82: I. KyrieKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Missa de gloria, Op. 82: II. GloriaKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Missa de gloria, Op. 82: III. CredoKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Missa de gloria, Op. 82: IV. Sanctus - BenedictusKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Missa de gloria, Op. 82: V. Agnus DeiKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Missa de gloria, Op. 82: VI. Ite, missa estKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Veni redemptor, Op. 93Kenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
Veni creator spiritusKenneth Leighton, Dennis Townhill
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