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Moderne Suite f?r Orgel Nr. 1 (2013-19) 01. "1. Introduktion" 02. "2. Warten auf" 03. "3. Gothischer Garten" 04. "4. Toccata Nr. 5" 05. "5. Metall Engel"
Moderne Suite f?r Orgel Nr. 2 (2013-19) 06. "1. Engelsthema" 07. "2. Saga Nr. 1" 08. "3. Dunkler Engel" 09. "4. Elegie f?r einen abwesenden Engel" 10. "5. Fallender Engel"
Moderne Suite f?r Orgel Nr. 3 (2013-19) 11. "1. Polinas Lied" 12. "2. Goldener Engel" 13. "3. Erzengel" 14. "4. Schwarzer Engel" 15. "5. Epilog: Saga Nr. 3"
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| | Description: | Metal Angel by Gunnar & Johan Hedin Idenstam, released 4 September 2020.
This version of Metal Angel comes as a 1xCD. - AT THE ORGAN OF MONACO CATHEDRALMetal Angel is a collection of eighteen pieces and a Symphonic Sonata for organ by Gunnar Idenstam, born in Swedish Lappland in 1961; this album presents fifteen of these pieces in a series of three suites. Written between 2013 and 2019, they exploit the full range of the modern symphonic organ to give musical expression to the idea of angels in a Gothic fantasy world. Idenstam's distinctive musical language blends the physical energy of symphonic rock and metal and the modal cast of Scandinavian folk-music with an approach to the organ in the French cathedral tradition of such composers as Dupré, Vierne and Widor. This recording presents some of the most fiercely exciting organ music of recent years, in high-voltage performances by the composer himself.Gunnar Idenstam plays on the organ of Monaco Cathedral.
Recorded on 4?7 February 2020 in the Cathédrale de Notre-Dame-Immaculée, Monaco.
Recording equipment: Neumann and DPA microphones: 1 bass mic Neumann in the pedal section, 2 Neumann just in front of the Swell section, 2 Neumann on the Positive organ, 2 Neumann for close-up of the Chamade trumpets.
? Toccata Classics, London, 2020
© Toccata Classics, London, 2020"Metal Angel" is a CD release by the acclaimed Swedish organist and composer Gunnar Idenstam on the specialist label Toccata Classics. The album presents Idenstam's distinctive fusion of classical organ tradition with powerful, modern sonorities and rhythmic drive, often drawing on rock-like energy and cinematic atmospheres. With its bold harmonies, expansive soundscapes and virtuosic writing, "Metal Angel" showcases the full dramatic potential of the concert organ, ranging from whisper-quiet meditations to thunderous, cathedral-filling climaxes. This recording is ideal for listeners who appreciate contemporary organ music that dares to cross stylistic borders while remaining rooted in the European art-music tradition. The carefully captured sound places the listener directly in the acoustic space of the instrument, allowing every detail of Idenstam's imaginative textures to emerge with clarity and impact.
Gunnar Idenstam is internationally recognized for his unconventional approach to the organ, combining a solid classical background with influences from folk, rock and symphonic music. Known for his concert performances at major venues and festivals, he has built a reputation as one of the most original organ voices of his generation, often praised for his improvisational flair and his ability to create orchestral colour on the organ. His projects frequently explore the boundaries of what the instrument can do, attracting both traditional organ enthusiasts and new audiences.
Toccata Classics is a British independent label devoted to discovering and recording rarely heard or previously unrecorded music, often focusing on contemporary composers and overlooked works from the past. With a strong curatorial ethos and meticulous production standards, the label has become a reference point for listeners who seek repertoire beyond the mainstream. Toccata Classics is known for its authoritative booklets, careful artist partnerships and audiophile-minded recordings, making releases like "Metal Angel" attractive to collectors and connoisseurs alike. | | | No. of tracks: |
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TOCC0495 |
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