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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Buxtehude - Complete Organ Works Volume 3
Buxtehude: | Praeludium in D Minor, BuxWV140 Danket dem Herren, (3 var.) BuxWV 181 Canzonetta in G major, BuxWV172 Prelude and Fugue in G minor, BuxWV163 Canzona in E minor BuxWV 169 Erhalt uns Herr bei deinem Wort, BuxWV185 Nun lob, mein Seel, den Herren, BuxWV212 Praeludium in F Major, BuxWV145 Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl, BuxWV 193 Magnificat primi toni, BuxWV 203 Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ, BuxWV189 Es ist das Heil uns kommen her, BuxWV186 Puer natus in Bethlehem, BuxWV217 Praeludium in C major, BuxWV136 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Canzona in G major, BuxWV170 Herr Christ, der einig Gottes Sohn, BuxWV 191 Praeambulum in F sharp minor, BuxWv 146 |
The latest volume of Christopher Herrick’s acclaimed series of Buxtehude’s complete organ works comes from Paris and the admired organ of St-Louis-en-l’Île – formally opened in 2005, and based on the work of Zacharias Hildebrant (1688-1757). As with previous discs, it includes a selection of the composer’s praeludia, ostinato works, canzonettas and canzonas, interspersed with chorale preludes, chorale fantasias and variations. Highlights include the magnificent Praeludium in D minor, BuxWV140, which is among the finest and most striking examples of the genre, and a particularly beautiful and contrasting set of chorale preludes. “Always captivating and frequently entertaining as he tosses off ornaments and decorative figures with the panache of a circus act, he communicates an enthusiasm for the music which never stoops to poor taste or anything less than thorough musical integrity. Always an invigorating communicator, he is as compelling in his dazzlingly articulated virtuoso displays as he is in the delicate chorale preludes.” Gramophone Magazine, May 2011 “An extraordinarily diverse tonal palette is explored in the chorale-based works...Within the more substantial works...Herrick makes numerous registration changes. These provide welcome variety and strengthen the rhetorical argument of these works which are often highly sectional in nature...This recording, along with its two predecessors in the series, is a first-rate addition to the catalogue.” International Record Review, April 2011 “Herrick is at his most persuasive in the chorale-embroidering preludes...commanding in the large-scale Magnificat Fantasia, to-the-point in the extended fugue which concludes BuxWV 145, and he discovers his inner Koopman-esque wild man at the start of the F sharp minor Praeludium whose key elicits a blaze of bullish 'attitude' from the organ's not-quite-equal temperament.” BBC Music Magazine, May 2011 **** | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Buxtehude: | Prelude, Fugue and Chaconne in C, BuxWV137 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 197 'In dulci jubilo' Prelude and Fugue In D Major, BuxWV139 Ciacona in C minor, BuxWV159 Prelude & Fugue in D minor BuxWV140 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 196 'Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ' Praeambulum in F sharp minor, BuxWv 146 Prelude and Fugue In E Minor, BuxWV142 Ach Herr, mich armen Sünder, BuxWV 178 Toccata amd Fugue in F Major, BuxWV157 Te Deum Laudamus, BuxWv 218 Prelude and Fugue in F Major, BuxWV145 Mit Fried und Freud, ich fahr dahin, BuxWV 76/1 Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BuxWV155 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 199 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Prelude and Fugue in E Minor, BuxWV143 Toccata and Fugue in F major, BuxWV156 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Ciacona in E minor, BuxWV160 Fantasia on 'Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern', BuxWV223 Prelude and Fugue in A Minor, BuxWV153 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 184 'Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott' Magnificat primi toni, BuxWV 203 Prelude and Fugue in G minor, BuxWV149 Nun komm, der heiden Heiland, BuxWV211 Passacaglia in D minor, BuxWV161 Prelude & Fugue in G minor BuxWV150 |
“Bach's great predecessor is played with rhythmic buoyancy and bright attack on a clutch of Swiss and Danish organs.” BBC Music Magazine, January 2011 **** | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | Buxtehude - Organ Works 3Opera Omnia VIII
Buxtehude: | Praeludium in G minor, BuxWV149 Auf meinen lieben Gott BuxWV 179 Canzonetta in A major, BuxWV 225 Praeludium in D Minor, BuxWV140 Erhalt uns Herr bei deinem Wort, BuxWV185 Ciacona in C minor, BuxWV159 Praeludium in G minor, BuxWV148 Es spricht der unweisen Mund wohl, BuxWV 187 Fugue in B flat major, BuxWV176 Praeludium in F Major, BuxWV145 Durch Adams Fall ist ganz verderbt BuxWv 183 Nun lob, mein Seel, den Herren, BuxWV214 Nun lob, mein Seel, den Herren, BuxWV215 Nun lob mein Seel’ den Herren (G), BuxWV 213 Praeludium in C major, BuxWV137 Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl, BuxWV 193 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' |
Ton Koopman (The Wilde/Schnitger organ (1599/1682) St. Jacobi Kirche, Lüdingworth, Germany) This is the eighth release in a series of recordings which is presenting the complete works of the highly influential17th century composer Dieterich Buxtehude, and the third volume devoted to his organ works. The cycle is being produced by one of the world’s foremost experts in early music performance, the Dutch keyboard player and musical director Ton Koopman, who as president of the International Dieterich Buxtehude Society is considered to be the leading authority on his music. None of the original instruments played by Buxtehude as organist in Helsingborg, Helsingør, and Lübeck has survived. Therefore, it is in no way possible to obtain information on the quality of sound of the individual organs that might have inspired the composer. The organs used for the present recordings were not Buxtehude’s instruments, but they represent excellent examples of historical instruments from Buxtehude’s time which resemble the typical range of large and medium-sized instruments characteristic of the North German organ landscape. The Schnitger organ of Hamburg’s Jacobi Church of 1689-93 actually represents an instrument that Buxtehude would surely have known, for he travelled frequently to Lübeck’s sister city. He also wanted Arp Schnitger to thoroughly renovate his own organ at St. Mary’s, but he did not succeed with his plans. On the other hand, in 1696-99 Schnitger and his companion Hans Hantelmann built the new large organ for the Lübeck cathedral, an instrument not only tested officially by Buxtehude but probably frequently played by him as well. Five different types of pieces are included among the works collected in this CD, all representing distinct genres of improvisatory styles that make up the broad spectrum of the daily practice of organists in Lutheran Germany, whether designed as functional music for worship services, for presenting them in recitals, or for purposes of compositional study. The five pedaliter preludes in C BuxWV 137, in D BuxWV 140, in F BuxWV 145, in G BuxWV 148, and again in G,BuxWV 149, include some of Buxtehude’s most mature, attractive, and exemplary large-scale compositions. Fugal writing for organ is represented by two examples, the Fuga in B-flat BuxWV 176, written in canzona manner, and the Canzonetta in A BuxWV 225. Both works don’t make use of the organ pedal. Instead they require most demanding fingerwork on the manuals. The Ciacona in C BuxWV 159, one of three independent ostinato compositions, demonstrates how this type of variation setting not only can sustain an entire work, but can also introduce innovative elements. The organ chorales represent two basic types, multi-movement variations and chorale preludes. “The opening of the G minor BuxWV 148 is thrillingly driven, garnished with quicksilver flourishes and capped by an ostinato oozing vitality… Koopman's… colourful registration throughout this performance does Schnitger's awesome instrument proud.” BBC Music Magazine, November 2008 **** “Koopman's programme displays examples of the five distinct genres of improvisatory styles central to the organist's craft in Lutheran Germany: multi-sectional Pedaliter preludes, freer large-scale preludes in the stylus fantasticus, ostinato-based pieces and two types of chorale movements. And where better to present a selection of Buxtehude's broad compositional spectrum than the oft-recorded 1693 Schnitger organ in Hamburg's St Jacobi Church? Koopman's approach remains refreshingly free, radical even, the no-nonsense opening Prelude in G minor setting the tone for that which follows. Ornamentation is tastefully florid and melodic lines are allowed to sing out naturally. Tempo changes seem effortless and Koopman achieves a near-perfect balance of dextral clarity and pace. The warm Hamburg acoustic helps.
Among the many highlights, mention must be made of the Chaconne in C minor. Koopman obviously relishes the piece's innovations (a direct inspiration for JS Bach). In addition, the setting of the chorale Nun lob mein Seel' combined with verses 2 and 3 of BuxWV213 makes a logical set of four variations. The Schnitger's wealth of registers never tire the ear. Its soothing, limpid flutes and sparkling and spitting upperwork are superbly captured by sound engineer Adriaan Verstijnen. He presents a deep sound stage, with plenty of ambience and sense of height, an effect enhanced by the floor-wobbling 32-foot registers.” Gramophone Classical Music Guide, 2010 “Koopman's approach remain refreshingly free, radical even… Ornamentation is tastefully florid… and melodic lines… are allowed to sing out naturally. Tempo changes… and Koopman achieves a near-perfect balance of dextral clarity and pace.” Gramophone Magazine, January 2009 | | | Usually despatched in 4 - 5 working days. |
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| |  | Buxtehude - Organ Music Volume 4
Buxtehude: | Praeludium in D Minor, BuxWV140 Nun bitten wir den heiligen Geist, BuxWV208 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl, BuxWV 193 Canzonetta in G major, BuxWV171 Praeludium in E Major, BuxWV141 Ach Gott und Herr BuxWV 177 Danket dem Herren, (3 var.) BuxWV 181 Canzonetta in D Minor, BuxWV 168 Praeludium in E Minor, BuxWV143 Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ, BuxWV189 Nun komm, der heiden Heiland, BuxWV211 Puer natus in Bethlehem, BuxWV217 Canzonetta in E minor, BuxWV169 Lob Gott, ihr christen, allzugleich BuxWV 202 Es spricht der unweisen Mund wohl, BuxWV 187 Toccata in D minor, BuxWV155 |
Craig Cramer (Gottfried and Mary Fuchs Organ, Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, Washington) | | | (also available to download from $6.00) | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. (Available now to download.) |
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Buxtehude: | Praeludium in G minor, BuxWV149 Nun komm, der heiden Heiland, BuxWV211 Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ, BuxWV189 Puer natus in Bethlehem, BuxWV217 Det Tag der ist so freudenreich, BuxWV182 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 197 'In dulci jubilo' Lob Gott, ihr christen, allzugleich BuxWV 202 Ciacona in C minor, BuxWV159 Passacaglia in D minor, BuxWV161 Ciacona in E minor, BuxWV160 Praeludium in G minor, BuxWV148 Jesus Christus, unser Heiland, der den Tod überwand, BuxWV 198 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 199 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Nun bitten wir den Heilgen Geist, BuxWV209 Nun bitten wir den heiligen Geist, BuxWV208 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Gott der Vater wohn uns bei, BuxWV190 Praeludium in C major, BuxWV137 |
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| |  | Buxtehude: Organ Music Vol. 5
Buxtehude: | Prelude and Fugue In E Minor, BuxWV142 Nun bitten wir den heiligen Geist, BuxWV208 Nun bitten wir den Heilgen Geist, BuxWV209 Canzona in G major, BuxWV170 Ciacona in E minor, BuxWV160 Canzonetta in A major, BuxWV 225 Praeludium in A Major, BuxWV151 Wir danken dir, Herr Jesu Christ,daß du gen Himmel gefahren bist, BuxWV 224 Fantaisie chorale : "Nun freut euch lieben Christen g'mein", BuxWV 210 Praeludium in G minor, BuxWV148 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 199 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' |
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Andrew Millington (organ) Recorded May 2002 at Exeter Cathedral | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Buxtehude: Complete Organ Works Vol. 6
Buxtehude: | Praeludium in A Major, BuxWV158 Magnificat primi toni, BuxWV 204 Air with Two Variations in A minor, BuxWV 249 Ich dank dir schon (F), BuxWV 195 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Praeludium in G, BuxWV 162 La Capricciosa - 32 Variations on the ‘Bergamasca', BuxWV 250 Praeludium in A Major, BuxWV151 Nun bitten wir den heiligen Geist, BuxWV208 Praeludium in E Minor, BuxWV143 Fugue in G major, BuxWV175 Canzonetta in A major, BuxWV 225 Auf meinen lieben Gott BuxWV 179 Praeludium in B Major, BuxWV154 Fugue in B flat major, BuxWV176 |
“Listen to how Vogel uses these sounds, how they serve the music so precisely, how not only their colors and their attack/release characteristics but also their physical locations are conveyed by the recording.” Musical America | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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Bach, J S: | Organ Concerto in G major (after Johann Ernst), BWV592 Chorale Prelude BWV633 'Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier' Chorale Prelude BWV645 'Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme' Chorale Prelude BWV648 'Meine Seele erhebt den Herren' Chorale Prelude BWV667 'Komm, Gott Schöpfer, heiliger Geist' | Buxtehude: | Det Tag der ist so freudenreich, BuxWV182 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 184 'Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott' Herr Christ, der einig Gottes Sohn, BuxWV 192 Chorale Prelude BuxWV 200 'Komm, heiliger Geist, Herre Gott' Prelude, Fugue and Chaconne in C, BuxWV137 Passacaglia in D minor, BuxWV161 Toccata in D minor, BuxWV155 | Krebs, J L: | Vater unser im Himmelreich Nun komm der Heiden Heiland Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier |
Marek Stefanski (organ of the Scapular Church, Szymbark) | | | Usually despatched in 4 - 5 working days. |
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