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MINI-CONCERT NO. 5
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    Bach, Johann Sebastian: Partita on Ach, was soll ich sünder machen, BWV 770Download View Lyrics
    Schweitzer is of the opinion that Bach may have written the first 8 variations, but the last two are very unlike his style, particularly with regard to the treatment of the manual changes. It may be that Bach copied the work of one of his pupils. No matter who wrote it, once the gloomy first verse is acknowledged, it is a sprightly set of variations. The virtual Gottfried Silbermann organ of Großhartmannsdorf (1741) - Samples by PipeLoops [11:52] Midi File Available HW3
    Froberger, J. J.: Capriccio VIDownload
    The first of four sections (Manuaal Bourdon 8' + Viola di Gamba 8' + Octaaf 4') uses an ascending chromatic scale which is answered by a descending one. The second (MN Prestant 8' + Octaaf 4') is based a rhythmic variant of the descending scale throughout. The third, (MN Prestant 8' + Octaaf 4' + Woodfluit 2') in triple meter, ascends once more, and the fourth (MN Bourdon 8' + Octaaf 4' + Quint 3' + Woodfluit 2', Pedaal Bourdon 16' + Prestant 8' + Viola di Gamba 8') returns to common meter, using faster notes in alternating ascending and descending patterns. Eighth-Comma Temperament. The organ of the former Hervormde kerk of Wirdum in the province of Groningen (1879) - Samples by Hauptwerk.nl [4:16] HW3
    Fischer, J. K. F.: Chaconne in A minorDownload
    Four-measure diatonic downward bass in stately 3/4 time, repeating 3 times, faux chromatic appearances in Alto (Ms. 17) and Ms. 21 (Soprano), full chromatic version in Ms. 25, with ornamentation and syncopation appropriate to the form. Uses lower 8' register. Fischer scores here. Edited by Gayk Aboyan. Cembalo Mietke built by Jan Becicka workshop (2005) - Samples by Jiri Zurek [1:5] (A=465) Midi File Available HW3
    Walther, Johann Gottfried: Preludio con Fuga d-mollDownload
    The Prelude contains sequential repetition, echo effects, and less than usual ornamentation. The short Fugue contains a recognizable repeated note and very short episodes. Registration: Preludio Borstpositiff Gedackt 8' + Floit 4' + Octav 2' + Dulciaen 8' coupled to Manuael Roerpijp 8' + Spitspijp 4', which is coupled to Pedael Basuin 16'. At Ms. 32 [24/16 meter] BP replaces Dulciaen with Scherp, and is coupled to MN Pricipael 8' + Octav 4' and to PD Subbas 16' + Octav 8' (for echoes the BP replaces the Scherp with Sufflet 1'). Fugue BP Gedackt 8' + Octav 2' is coupled to MN Principael 8' + Octav 4' + Super Octav 2' and to PD Bardon 16' + Cornet 4'. At end of fugue the uncoupled PD consists of Bazuin 16' + Octav 8' + Cornet 4'. Gabler Temperament. The Great organ of the Magnuskerk, Anloo, The Netherlands (1719) - Samples by Gernot Wurst [4:42] Midi File Available HW3
    Grigny, Nicolas De: Dialogue (3rd Agnus Dei)Download
    This dialogue has several levels: the "Récit" vs. the "G.O." Plena, solos on two different cornets, one for the right hand, a different for the left, and a long "3 manual" echo section which varies each little phrase ever so subtly in ornamentation and articulation, finally ending with full organ complete with slow descending chromatic pedal line. Not a modern Agnus Dei of weakness and passivity, but one that calls attention to itself. Indicated registrations:
    1. Recit Petit Plein Jeu (played on G.O.)
    2. G.O. Grand choeur leger (includes Positiv Cornet for later use)
    3. Recit. Cornet in R.H., G.O. flutes
    4. Positiv Flutes 8+4, G.O. Cornet
    5. same as 2, but Positiv 8 Flute to simulate Echo
    6. Grand Jeu with Pedal Bombarde
    The virtual Gottfried Silbermann organ of Großhartmannsdorf (1741) - Samples by PipeLoops [4:23]     Midi File Available HW3
    Handel, George Frederick: Andante in BbDownload
    The second movement of Organ Concerto in F, transcribed for organ. Registrations: (1) Swell Violin Diapason 8' + Echo Gamba 8' + Octave 4' coupled to Great Clarabel Flute 8, Pedal Bourdon 16' + Violoncello 8'. (2) SW changes to Lieblich Gedeckt 8' + Echo Gamba 8' + Piccolo 2'. (3) SW loses Echo Gamba and gains Octave 4', GT gains Principal 4', PD gains SW-PD coupler. (4) SW loses Piccolo, GT gains Fifteenth 2'. St. Augustine's Anglican Church, Neutral Bay, Australia (1929) - Samples by Nicholas Appleton [4:56] (a=426 Hz) Midi File Available HW3
    Bach, Johann Sebastian: Jesus Christus, unser Heiland (Fuga), BWV 689Download View Lyrics
    The last movement of the German Organ Mass, this four-voice fugue is to be played on one manual. Articulation of the chorale is thus very important so it is clearly recognizable. Pedal used on two organ points, the first being a deceptive cadence. Registration: Man 1 Flute 8' + Octava 4' + Octava 2' + Quint 1-1/3', Man. 2 Copula 8' coupled to Pedal Subbass 16'. Martinus Temperament Rabštejn nad Střelou Organ Model (1793) - Samples by Jiri Zurek [3:24] Midi file available. HW3
    Pachelbel, Johann: Vom Himmel Hoch, 1st SettingDownload View Lyrics
    Charming pastorale on a German Christmas melody. Registration: Glöcklein, RH HW Octava 4' + Octava 2', 8va lower, LH OW Full, loco, PD Octavbass 8', 8va higher. Young Temperament. Screen capture. Velosovo Organ Model (2007) - Samples by Jiri Zurek [1:36] Midi file available. HW3
    Bach, Johann Sebastian: Allein Gott in der Höh, BWV 664Download View Lyrics
    From the Leipzig Chorales (The 18), this sparkling trio is based on the chorale theme (often translated "To God Alone Be Glory"), which is briefly stated in the pedal at the end. Registration: RH Man. 1 Copula 8' + Flauta 4' + Nasard 2-2/3' + Octava 1' + Terz 1-3/5'. LH Man. 2 Flute 8' + Salicional 8' + Principal 4' + Octava 2', Pedal Subbass 16' + Octav 8' , then Choral Bass 4' is added for the Chorale, retired for the pedal point. Brad Lehman Temperament. Rabštejn nad Střelou Organ Model (1793) - Samples by Jiri Zurek [5:33] Midi file available. HW3
    Banchieri, Adriano: Suonata Quinta, Fuga HarmonicaDownload
    The characteristic Bb of F Major is missing until the very end, for the Plagal cadence. All four parts are played on the manual. Output at -6dB using Tenth CommaTemperament. Mutopia Project score is available here. A table of registration and playable tracks for all six Sonatas is available here. Antegnati organ in St. Carlo, Brescia, Italia (16th-17th C.) - Samples by Jiri Zurek HW2>3
    Couperin, Louis: Allemande "La Précieuse"Download
    Two pages of stylish arpeggios and intricate dotted rhythms . Whether the nickname refers to the Sword of Baligant in the Song of Roland, or The French literary style called préciosité is unknown. Score available at WIMA: Werner Icking Music Archive. Cembalo Mietke built by Jan Becicka workshop (2005) - Samples by Jiri Zurek [1:17] (A=465) Midi File Available HW3
    Sweelinck, Jan Pieterszoon: Variations on Mein junges Leben hat ein End'Download View Lyrics
    Six variations on a secular song. Var. 1 Manuael Principael 8' + Octav 4' + Super Octave 2'. Var. 2 Borstpositiff Gedackt 8' + Floit 4' + Octav 2'. Var. 3 MN add Quint 3'. Var. 4 BP add Sijfloit 1'. Var. 5 MN replace Principael 8' with Rohrfloit 8', add Trompet 8' + Mixtuir. Var. 6 BP replace Sijfloit 1' with Scherp and couple to MN. Coda BP Floit 4' + Octav 2' coupled tp MN Roerpijp 8' + Spitspijp 4'. Temperament Ordinaire. A "wet" version is available here. The Great organ of the Magnuskerk, Anloo, The Netherlands (1719) - Samples by Gernot Wurst [5:54] HW3
    Pachelbel, Johann: Magnificat Septimi ToniDownload View Lyrics
    Eight fugues on the Magnificat in the Seventh Tone (one of the Church Modes). Registration: Var. 1 Manuael Principael 8' + Octav 4' + Super Octav 2', Pedael Bardon 16' + Octav 8' + Cornet 4'. Var. 2 Borstpositiff Gedackt 8' + Floit 4' + Octav 2' + Sijfloit 1', PD Bardon 16' + Octav 8'. Var. 3 MN Roerpijp 8' + Octav 4', PD same as Var. 3. Var. 4 GT MN Roerpijp 8' + Octav 4' + Quint 3' + Super Octav 2', BP Gedackt 8' + Floit 4' + Octav 2' coupled to PD Bardon 16'. Var. 5 BP Gedackt 8' + Super Octav 2' + Sijfloit 1' + Dulciaen 8'. Var. 6 MN Roerpijp 8' + Octav 4' + Super Octav 2' + Trompet 8'. Var. 7 BP Gedackt 8' coupled to MN Principael 8' + Roerpijp 8' + Spitspijp 4' and to PD Bardon 16' + Octav 8'. Var. 8 Principael 8' + Octav 4' + Super Octav 2' + Mixtuir, BP Dulziaen 8' coupled to PD Bazuin 16' + Cornet 4'. WellTemperament-FifthComma. The Great organ of the Magnuskerk, Anloo, The Netherlands (1719) - Samples by Gernot Wurst [11:6] Midi File Available HW3