Olivier Penin has performed internationally in various European countries, Russia, Mexico, and Japan, both as a soloist and with vocal ensembles or orchestras.
Instruments
The album features the Cavaillé-Coll/Beuchet/Dargassies organ at the Basilica Sainte Clotilde in Paris, a symphonic instrument with extensive capabilities.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Bach à la française," is intentionally odd because Bach never traveled outside his home country, and French organs are not typically designed for his style of music.
Performer Biography
Olivier Penin, the organist, was appointed to the great organ of the Basilica of Sainte Clotilde in Paris in 2004 after winning a competition.
Performer Biography
Olivier Penin is open to music from all eras, interpreting works from the 17th century to the present day, and his YouTube videos have garnered over two million views.
Performer Biography
Olivier Penin actively promotes contemporary music, having ensured the creation of works by composers like Olivier Schmidt, Pierre-Adrien Charpy, and Stéphane Delplace.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album aims to combine the genius of French organ building with Bach's compositional genius, offering transcriptions and original works that exploit the colors and technical innovations of the French symphonic organ.
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