Sonata (Symphony) for organ No. 1 in D minor, Op. 42: Introduction and Allegro
Sonata (Symphony) for organ No. 1 in D minor, Op. 42: Pastorale
Sonata (Symphony) for organ No. 1 in D minor, Op. 42: Final
Character Pieces (12) for organ, Op. 156: Abenfriede (Evening Peace)
Symphony No. 1 for organ in D minor, Op. 14: Finale
Präludium und Fuge über das Motiv B.A.C.H. (I), for organ, S. 260i (LW E3/1): Prelude
Präludium und Fuge über das Motiv B.A.C.H. (I), for organ, S. 260i (LW E3/1): Fugue
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Moderato
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Marziale
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Recitative
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Adagio
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Andante
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Un poco piu di moto
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Adagio
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Allegro
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Fugue
Fantasie & Fuge über den Choral 'Ad nos, ad salutarem undam', for organ, S. 259 (LW E1): Vivace
"The organ sound is rich and dense, maintaining its focus when loud, and the recorded perspective is ideal...low bass is almost scary. If you have a subwoofer, prepare to have your eardrums pressurized." - THE ABSOLUTE SO... more »UND Felix Hell still in his teens, is the most talked-about artist in the organ world. This is his first recording on an American label. The massive Schoenstein organ in Lincoln, Nebraska is ideal for these romantic blockbusters. Well-known, melodic and dynamic repertoire captured in high-tech, state-of-the-art sonics. "Prof." Johnson's brilliant HDCD recording has received widespread acclaim for its clarity and power. "This is a real triple-treat: Felix's brilliant performance, a most remarkable organ, and recording by RR in HDCD sound. Recording organs is not an easy task [but] this CD gets it all right." - D.A. CAMPBELL, PIPORG-L.COM« less
"The organ sound is rich and dense, maintaining its focus when loud, and the recorded perspective is ideal...low bass is almost scary. If you have a subwoofer, prepare to have your eardrums pressurized." - THE ABSOLUTE SOUND Felix Hell still in his teens, is the most talked-about artist in the organ world. This is his first recording on an American label. The massive Schoenstein organ in Lincoln, Nebraska is ideal for these romantic blockbusters. Well-known, melodic and dynamic repertoire captured in high-tech, state-of-the-art sonics. "Prof." Johnson's brilliant HDCD recording has received widespread acclaim for its clarity and power. "This is a real triple-treat: Felix's brilliant performance, a most remarkable organ, and recording by RR in HDCD sound. Recording organs is not an easy task [but] this CD gets it all right." - D.A. CAMPBELL, PIPORG-L.COM
CD Reviews
Felix Hell Organ Sensation
Jacques Messier | Montréal, Canada | 12/24/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is an overview of what the young professional organist can do with the classical organ repertoire. The choice of pieces reflect the various moods of execution to a particular purpose : performance.
The selection of pieces is for sure, bright and uneasy one, starting with the First Sonata of Guilmant and its acrobatic final, the Final of Vierne's First Symphony, followed by two monumental masterpieces from Franz Liszt B-A-C-H and the Ad Nos, ad Salutarem Undam. The only meditative piece is from Rheinberger, Abendfriede, which serves here as smooth transition between Guilmant and Vierne.
For sure, Felix Hell brings lot of fresh air in the conservative world of organ. Furthermore, the performer who's already worldwide known as a north American star with a personal touch, is a grant holder from Julliard School.
This CD is just a preview of what Felix Hell can do live in concert. Hope the best for a bright future.
Track Listings (17) - Disc #1