Rheinberger was a prolific composer across many genres, but he is primarily remembered today for his organ music.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in Fulda Cathedral, Germany, between June 27th and 29th, 1998.
Composer Biography
Joseph Gabriel Rheinberger, the composer, was born in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, where he also held an appointment as organist.
Compositional Technique
Rheinberger's twenty Organ Sonatas are varied, impressive, and technically accomplished, continuing the tradition of fugal writing established by Bach.
Composer Biography
Rheinberger moved to Munich in 1851, where he studied at the Conservatory and later taught notable pupils such as Humperdinck, Wolf-Ferrari, and Furtwängler.
Recording & Production
Wolfgang Rübsam served as both the producer and engineer for this recording.
