Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of John Stanley's organ voluntaries with this comprehensive collection, "Stanley: Voluntaries, Op. 5-7." Released on August 15, 2025, by Brilliant Classics, this two-disc set presents the first complete recording of all of John Stanley's published Voluntaries for Solo Organ, Op. 5-7. Spanning a generous two hours, the album showcases the full range of Stanley's mastery, from the contemplative Adagios to the spirited Allegros.
John Stanley (1712-1786) was a remarkable figure in English music, a composer, organist, and violinist who overcame the challenge of blindness to create some of the most enduring works of the 18th century. His voluntaries, composed for the organ, are renowned for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. This collection captures the essence of Stanley's genius, recorded on four historic English organs that bring out the rich, resonant tones of his compositions.
The album is meticulously organized, featuring voluntaries from Op. 5, Op. 6, and Op. 7. Each voluntary is a journey in itself, with multiple movements that range from the serene and reflective to the lively and dynamic. Highlights include the intricate fugues and the expressive preludes, which showcase Stanley's ability to convey a wide spectrum of emotions through his music.
Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of classical music or a newcomer to the works of John Stanley, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience. The detailed packaging and high-quality recording ensure that every nuance of Stanley's compositions is brought to life, making this a must-have addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
Voluntary No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 6: I. SicilianoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 6: II. AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 6: I. AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 6: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 6: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 6: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 4 in F Major, Op. 6: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 4 in F Major, Op. 6: II. AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 6: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 6: II. Andante LargoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 6: III. ModeratoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 6 in D Major, Op. 6: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 6 in D Major, Op. 6: II. AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 6 in D Major, Op. 6: III. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 6 in D Major, Op. 6: IV. Allegro ModeratoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 7 in G Major, Op. 6: I. (Prelude) LargoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 7 in G Major, Op. 6: II. (Fugue) VivaceJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 8 in A Minor, Op. 6: I. (Prelude) LargoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 8 in A Minor, Op. 6: II. (Fugue) VivaceJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 6: I. (Prelude) AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 6: II. (Fugue) AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 10 in G Minor, Op. 6: I. (Prelude) GraveJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 10 in G Minor, Op. 6: II. (Fugue) AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in C Major, Op. 5: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in C Major, Op. 5: II. AndanteJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in C Major, Op. 5: III. SlowJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in C Major, Op. 5: IV. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 5: I. SlowJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 5: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 3 in G Major, Op. 5: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 3 in G Major, Op. 5: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 5: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 5: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 5 in D Major, Op. 5: I. SlowJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 5 in D Major, Op. 5: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 6 in D Minor, Op. 5: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 6 in D Minor, Op. 5: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 7 in G Minor, Op. 5: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 7 in G Minor, Op. 5: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 8 in D Minor, Op. 5: I. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 8 in D Minor, Op. 5: II. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 8 in D Minor, Op. 5: III. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 9 in G Minor, Op. 5: I. (Prelude) LargoJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 9 in G Minor, Op. 5: II. (Fugue) AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 10 in A Minor, Op. 5: I. (Prelude) AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 10 in A Minor, Op. 5: II. (Fugue) AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in A Major, Op. 7: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 1 in A Major, Op. 7: II. AllegroJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 2 in C Major, Op. 7: I. AdagioJohn Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
Voluntary No. 2 in C Major, Op. 7: II. (Without Tempo Indication)John Stanley, Pietro Delle Chiaie
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