Matthew Owens, the organist on this recording, is the Director of Music at Belfast Cathedral and previously led Wells Cathedral Choir, which was named the best choir in the world with children by an international jury.
Critical Reception
Pachelbel's extensive output, beyond the famous Canon in D, has largely been ignored by all but a few dedicated enthusiasts, a situation satirized in a BBC Radio comedy sketch.
Composer Biography
Johann Pachelbel, the composer, was most highly regarded in Germany and Austria during his lifetime, but his music soon became known further afield, including in Britain.
Recording & Production
This recording was made in Fairwarp, Sussex, on November 18-19, 2021, and was recorded at a 24-bit/96kHz resolution.
Cultural Impact
Pachelbel's Canon in D achieved widespread popularity after Arthur Fiedler's pioneering 1940 recording, overshadowing most of his other works.
Compositional Technique
Pachelbel's creative imagination is particularly evident in his organ works, showcasing his effortless handling of counterpoint and extended variations on chorale melodies.
Instruments
The organ used for this recording was built by Bernard Aubert in 2015 for a private residence in Fairwarp, East Sussex, UK.
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