The first four notes of "Christus" (D-E-C sharp-F) dictate an overarching tonal cycle and become a continual motivic presence throughout the work.
Composition History
Francis Pott's "Christus" is a Passion symphony for organ that traces the Biblical narrative of Christ's betrayal, crucifixion, and resurrection.
Composer Biography
Francis Pott, the composer, is Professor of Composition at London College of Music, University of West London, and has won four national and two international composition awards.
Composition History
The work "Christus" stands as a memorial to the composer's father, who died of pancreatic cancer in 1983.
Recording & Production
This recording of Francis Pott's "Christus" is its first studio recording and was made in the presence of the composer.
Instruments
The organ used for this recording is the St Albans Cathedral Organ, which was built in 1962 and comprehensively refurbished in 2007-09 by Harrison & Harrison.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The composer intended the Christian story in "Christus" to be recognized by anyone experiencing a personal existential crisis, not exclusively by convinced Christians.
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