John Cage, a prominent figure in the avant-garde, attended Pomona College from 1928-30 and later returned in 1988 for a symposium.
Performer Biography
William Peterson has performed numerous all-Bach recitals throughout his career, including complete performances of Bach's Dritter Teil der Klavierübung, which is featured on this album.
Performer Biography
William Peterson, the organist on this recording, is the Harry S. and Madge Rice Thatcher Professor of Music and College Organist, Emeritus, at Pomona College.
Composition History
The collection Les Voix de la douleur chrétienne ('Voices of Christian Sorrow'), edited by l'Abbé Joseph Joubert, was dedicated 'to the heroes of the war' and sold to support the reconstruction of damaged churches after World War I.
Instruments
The organ used for this recording is the C. B. Fisk · Op. 117, known as The Hill Memorial Organ, which has 49 voices, 66 ranks, and 3519 pipes.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College, Claremont, California, between March 12-16, 2018.
Instruments
The Fisk organ in Bridges Hall was dedicated on October 12, 2002, marking the 115th anniversary of Pomona College's founding.
