Kenneth Leighton: Complete Organ Works
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KENNETH LEIGHTON
Kenneth Leighton: Complete Organ Works
Stephen Farr (organ & harpsichord), with John Butt (organ), Chloë Hanslip (violin) & Nicky Spence (tenor)
[ Resonus Classics / CD ]
Release Date: Friday 17 March 2017
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Resonus Classics is proud to present a major new recording of the complete organ works of the British twentieth-century composer Kenneth Leighton (1929-1988). With vivid interpretations, acclaimed organ virtuoso Stephen Farr breathes new life into this highly significant part of the composer's output, recorded on the organ's of St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, Symphony Hall in Birmingham and St Paul's Church in Knightsbridge, London.
This three-disc set also includes all of his collaborative works for the instrument as well as Leighton's only work for solo harpsichord. Joining Farr in collaborative works for this comprehensive survey are John Butt (organ), Chloë Hanslip (violin) and Nicky Spence (tenor) . Completing the set is Leighton's only solo work for harpsichord, which here receives its first recording.
'This is a major achievement. Stephen Farr triumphs in his massive survey of the output of Kenneth Leighton, a towering figure in British 20th-century liturgical music [...] Highlights are too numerous to mention - The Observer (5 stars)
"Farr's unswerving authority, scrupulous phrasing and rhythmic playing make this a revelation." BBC Music Instrumental Choice April 2018
"Farr's approach is altogether more muscular and dynamic….Farr is joined by John Butt in an electrifying, heroic performance of almost primeval energy. There are excellent contributions too from the terrific Scottish tenor Nicky Spence…" Choir & Organ
"The performance of all this music is ideal…It is a stunning achievement. The sound quality of the recording is perfect: it makes the listener feel they are present at the venues. No better compliment can be paid." MusicWeb
"This is a major achievement. Stephen Farr triumphs in his massive survey of the output of Kenneth Leighton, a towering figure in British 20th-century liturgical music - one who instinctively understood the context of his compositions." The Observer
"The enterprising Resonus label plugs another hole in the market with a most intriguing collection. Farr is on inspirational form in repertoire that deserves to be much better known: Leighton's late, plainsong-inspired Missa de Gloria, for example, could well be his masterpiece. Superbly recorded on three instruments...this is an indispensable release." Classical Music Five Stars
