This album features organ works by Sally Jo Rüedi recorded on four different Metzler organs, each chosen for its unique sound personality and the acoustics of its church.
Instruments
A key inspiration for this project was the wind-dynamic organ in the Stadtkirche Biel, the first instrument worldwide to combine such a division with a traditional large church organ.
Performer Biography
The choir Rheinstimmen, conducted by Hiram Santos on this recording, was founded for experienced singers to perform challenging choral music with minimal rehearsals.
Composer Biography
Sally Jo Rüedi, born in England, is an organist in several Swiss churches and studied organ under Wolfgang Sieber in Lucerne.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Composer Sally Jo Rüedi believes every music writer has a right to their own personal tonal language, which evolves from their musical roots, experiences, relationships, and individual personality.
Performer Biography
Reto Anneler, the soprano saxophonist on this recording, studied Jazz in Lucerne and Amsterdam and has recorded over twenty CD productions as a sideman and soloist.
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