The Monaco Cathedral organ, though originally built between 1975-1976 by Jean-Loup Boisseau, underwent a complete reconstruction by the Thomas organ builder between 2009 and 2011, making it essentially a new instrument.
Instruments
The organ in Monaco Cathedral, built by the Thomas organ manufactory, made a strong impression on Jean-Baptiste Dupont due to its inspiring tones, astonishing power, and rich sound palette.
Recording & Production
The improvisations for this album were recorded in April 2022, despite the organist, Jean-Baptiste Dupont, having a 'nasty Covid' at the time.
Performer Biography
Jean-Baptiste Dupont, the organist on this album, is considered one of the leading figures of the French school of organ improvisation.
Performer Biography
Jean-Baptiste Dupont has performed nearly 600 recitals across Europe, the USA, and Russia, and won first prize at the St Albans International Improvisation Competition in 2009.
Performer Biography
Jean-Baptiste Dupont is the titular organist of the Bordeaux Cathedral, a position he was appointed to in April 2012.
Recording & Production
The organist, Jean-Baptiste Dupont, first discovered the Monaco Cathedral organ in September 2020 during a film-concert where he improvised on Fritz Lang's Metropolis.
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