Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of "Music for Trumpet and Organ," a captivating collaboration between the renowned Maurice André on trumpet and Hedwig Bilgram on organ. Released on September 1, 1987, under Warner Classics, this album is a masterful blend of Baroque and Classical compositions, spanning a rich hour and eight minutes of enchanting music.
The album features a diverse array of pieces, including works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Henry Purcell, and George Frideric Handel. From the serene and reflective "Neumeister Chorales" by Bach to the lively and spirited selections from Purcell's "The Fairy Queen," each track showcases the exquisite interplay between the trumpet and organ. The arrangements, particularly those of Handel's Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, are masterfully adapted for the trumpet and organ, highlighting the versatility and expressive range of both instruments.
Hedwig Bilgram's nuanced and sensitive playing on the organ complements Maurice André's virtuosic trumpet performances, creating a harmonious and balanced sound that is both dynamic and delicate. The album's tracklist is a journey through different moods and tempos, from the solemn and contemplative to the joyous and exuberant.
Whether you are a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Music for Trumpet and Organ" offers a delightful and enriching listening experience. The album's meticulous attention to detail and the artists' impeccable musicianship make it a standout in the world of classical music.
Bach, JS: Neumeister Chorales: Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetan, BWV 1116 (Transcr. for Trumpet and Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Hedwig Bilgram
Purcell: The Fairy Queen, Z. 629: First Music. PreludeHedwig Bilgram, Henry Purcell
Purcell: The Fairy Queen, Z. 629: First Music. HornpipeHedwig Bilgram, Henry Purcell, Maurice André
Purcell: The Fairy Queen, Z. 629: Second Music. AirHedwig Bilgram, Henry Purcell, Maurice André
Purcell: The Fairy Queen, Z. 629: Second Music. RondeauHedwig Bilgram, Henry Purcell, Maurice André
Purcell: The Fairy Queen, Z. 629: AirHedwig Bilgram, Henry Purcell, Maurice André
I. LargoHedwig Bilgram, John Stanley
II. AllegroHedwig Bilgram, John Stanley
III. SicilianaHedwig Bilgram, John Stanley
IV. Gavotta con Variazioni (Allegro)Hedwig Bilgram, John Stanley, Maurice André
Handel: Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: I. Grave (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)George Frideric Handel, Hedwig Bilgram
Handel: Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: II. Allegro (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)George Frideric Handel, Hedwig Bilgram, Maurice André
Handel: Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: III. Sarabande. Largo (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)George Frideric Handel, Hedwig Bilgram
Handel: Oboe Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, HWV 287: IV. Allegro (Arr. for Trumpet and Organ)Hedwig Bilgram, Maurice André
Bach, JS: Das Orgel-Büchlein: No. 3, Herr Christ, der einig Gottes Sohn, BWV 601 (Transcr. for Trumpet and Organ)Hedwig Bilgram, Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurice André
I. Preludio (Adagio)Arcangelo Corelli, Hedwig Bilgram, Sir John Barbirolli, Maurice André
II. Allemanda (allegro moderato)Arcangelo Corelli, Hedwig Bilgram, Sir John Barbirolli
III. Sarabanda (Largo)Arcangelo Corelli, Hedwig Bilgram, Sir John Barbirolli
IV. Gavotte (Allegro marcato)Arcangelo Corelli, Hedwig Bilgram, Sir John Barbirolli, Maurice André
V. GigaArcangelo Corelli, Hedwig Bilgram, Sir John Barbirolli, Maurice André
I. AdagioHedwig Bilgram, Jean-Baptiste Loeillet, Maurice André
II. VivaceHedwig Bilgram, Jean-Baptiste Loeillet, Maurice André
III. LargoHedwig Bilgram, Jean-Baptiste Loeillet, Maurice André
IV. AllegroHedwig Bilgram, Maurice André
V. Gavotta (Presto non molto)Hedwig Bilgram, Jean-Baptiste Loeillet, Maurice André
I. -Hedwig Bilgram, Joseph Bodin de Boismortier
II. GracieusementHedwig Bilgram, Joseph Bodin de Boismortier, Maurice André
III. MenuetHedwig Bilgram, Joseph Bodin de Boismortier, Maurice André
Bach, JS: An Wasserflüssen Babylon, BWV 653 (Transcr. for Trumpet and Organ)Johann Sebastian Bach, Maurice André, Hedwig Bilgram