Corrette: Concertos pour orgue & Noëls

Immerse yourself in the virtuosic world of Michel Corrette, a master of 18th-century organ music, with the album "Corrette: Concertos pour orgue & Noëls." This captivating collection, released on November 20, 2008, under the Tempéraments / Radio France label, showcases Corrette's evolution of organ music through his op. 26 concertos and a selection of Noël pieces. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, the album is a testament to Corrette's innovative spirit and technical prowess.

The album features six organ concertos, each offering a unique blend of allegro, andante, adagio, and other movements that highlight the organ's versatility and Corrette's compositional genius. The concertos are interspersed with Noël pieces, including "Tous les bourgeois de Chastres," "Bon Joseph écoute moy," "Un jour Dieu se résolut," and "Vous qui désirez sans fin," adding a festive and contemplative dimension to the collection.

Performed by the renowned Fabio Bonizzoni and the Ensemble La Risonanza, this album brings Corrette's music to life with exquisite precision and passion. The organ used for this recording is the historic J. Boizard organ at the Abbaye de Saint-Michel-en-Thiérache, providing an authentic and resonant backdrop for Corrette's compositions. Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that celebrates the enduring legacy of Michel Corrette.