Joby Bell - American Classic Widor 6 - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

This is Volume 3 in Centaur's ongoing series of the complete organ works of Charles-Marie Widor (1844 - 1937), performed by Joby Bell. This recorded cycle is a labor of love for Joby Bell, who has a special affinity for Widor's works. Since 2004, professor Joby Bell has served on the faculty of the Hayes School of Music, where he teaches organ and church music studies. His church music teaching emphasizes the practical knowledge needed for a solid undergraduate foundation toward successful work and further studies in sacred music. His organ teaching specializes in practice techniques, memorization, service playing, choral accompanying, and maintaining grace under pressure - lessons always best taught by example. Dr. Bell is known for Inchthe breadth of his repertoire, technical virtuosity, and for the personal warmth which shines through in his performances. Inch His acclaimed blog at www. JobyBell. Org deals with a comprehensive range of organ-related topics including teaching philosophies, recital preparation, church music, and professional concerns. Album Tracks 1. Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 13, No. 4~I. Toccata 2. Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 13, No. 4~II. Fugue Moderato assai 3. Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 13, No. 4~III. Andante cantabile Dolce 4. Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 13, No. 4~IV. Scherzo Allegro vivace 5. Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 13, No. 4~V. Adagio 6. Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 13, No. 4~VI. Finale Moderato 7. Symphony No. 7 in A minor, Op. 42, No. 3~I. Moderato 8. Symphony No. 7 in A minor, Op. 42, No. 3~II. Choral Andante 9. Symphony No. 7 in A minor, Op. 42, No. 3~III. Andante / Allegretto 10. Symphony No. 7 in A minor, Op. 42, No. 3~IV. Allegro ma non troppo 11. Symphony No. 7 in A minor, Op. 42, No. 3~V. Lento 12. Symphony No. 7 in A minor, Op. 42, No. 3~VI. Finale Allegro vivace

This is Volume 1 in what will be the complete organ works of Charles-Marie Widor (1844-1937). In this series, five magnificent Aeolian-Skinner and E.M. Skinner instruments render Widor symphonies and other works with an InchAmerican ClassicInch accent. Joby Bell clearly loves these works, and proves to be an ideal performer for them. Organist Joby Bell brings to his performances a contagious affability and a keen sensitivity toward increasing an audience's appreciation for organ music. His recital programming demonstrates a varied and interesting repertoire, always enhanced by illuminating program notes designed to embrace all audiences. His acclaimed blog deals with a comprehensive range of organ-related topics including teaching philosophies, recital preparation, church music, and professional concerns. Album Tracks 1. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~I. Prelude Moderato 2. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~II. Allegretto 3. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~III. Intermezzo Allegro 4. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~IV. Adagio 5. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~V. Marche pontificale 6. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~VI. Meditation Lento 7. Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 13, No. 1~VII. Finale Fugue Allegro 8. Suite latine, Op. 86~I. Praeludium Moderato 9. Suite latine, Op. 86~II. Beatus vir Andante 10. Suite latine, Op. 86~III. Lamento Allegro moderato 11. Suite latine, Op. 86~IV. Ave Maris Stella Andante moderato molto 12. Suite latine, Op. 86~V. Adagio 13. Suite latine, Op. 86~VI. Lauda Sion Tempo di Marcia

This is the second volume in Centaur's ongoing series of the complete organ works of Charles-Marie Widor, performed by Joby Bell. This installment features the Symphony No. 2 in D, and the Symphony No. 3 in E minor. Since 2004, professor Joby Bell has served on the faculty of the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University, where he teaches organ and church music studies. His church music teaching emphasizes the practical knowledge needed for a solid undergraduate foundation toward successful work and further studies in sacred music. His organ teaching specializes in practice techniques, memorization, service playing, choral accompanying, and maintaining grace under pressure - lessons always best taught by example. Dr. Bell is known for Inchthe breadth of his repertoire, technical virtuosity, and for the personal warmth which shines through in his performances. Inch His acclaimed blog at www. JobyBell. Org deals with a comprehensive range of organ-related topics including teaching philosophies, recital preparation, church music, and professional concerns. Album Tracks 1. Symphony No. 2 in D, Op. 13, No. 2~I. Praeludium Circulare Andantino 2. Symphony No. 2 in D, Op. 13, No. 2~II. Pastorale Moderato 3. Symphony No. 2 in D, Op. 13, No. 2~III. Andante 4. Symphony No. 2 in D, Op. 13, No. 2~IV. Salve Regina Allegro 5. Symphony No. 2 in D, Op. 13, No. 2~V. Adagio Andante 6. Symphony No. 2 in D, Op. 13, No. 2~VI. Finale Allegro 7. Symphony No. 3 in E minor, Op. 13, No. 3~I. Prelude Moderato 8. Symphony No. 3 in E minor, Op. 13, No. 3~II. Minuetto 9. Symphony No. 3 in E minor, Op. 13, No. 3~III. Marcia 10. Symphony No. 3 in E minor, Op. 13, No. 3~IV. Adagio 11. Symphony No. 3 in E minor, Op. 13, No. 3~V. Final Allegro molto