Composer

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Max Reger

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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Jan 7, 1901

Average_duration

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39:41

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

Max Reger's 'Pieces (12) for organ, Op. 59' is a collection of twelve pieces for solo organ. The work was composed in 1901 and premiered in the same year in Munich, Germany. The twelve pieces are divided into three movements, each containing four pieces. The first movement is marked "Fantasia" and contains four pieces: "Toccata in D minor," "Fugue in D minor," "Chorale Fantasia on 'Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme'," and "Fantasia in C major." The second movement is marked "Intermezzo" and contains four pieces: "Canzone in D minor," "Scherzo in D minor," "Adagio in E major," and "Intermezzo in F minor." The third movement is marked "Chorale" and contains four pieces: "Chorale Prelude on 'Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott'," "Chorale Prelude on 'Nun danket alle Gott'," "Chorale Prelude on 'Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern'," and "Chorale Prelude on 'Straf mich nicht in deinem Zorn'." The pieces in this collection are characterized by their virtuosic and complex writing for the organ. Reger was known for his use of chromaticism and dense harmonies, which are evident throughout the work. The pieces also showcase Reger's ability to write in a variety of styles, from the grandeur of the "Toccata in D minor" to the delicate beauty of the "Adagio in E major." Overall, 'Pieces (12) for organ, Op. 59' is a significant work in the organ repertoire and a testament to Reger's skill as a composer. Its challenging and intricate writing for the organ has made it a favorite among organists and audiences alike.

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