Francis Pott: Christus
Tom Winpenny (organ)
I doubt there’s a better organist than Tom Winpenny anywhere to be found, and precious few that can match his musical and technical skills. These works allow him to shine, and should appeal...
Francis Pott: Christus
Tom Winpenny (organ)
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I doubt there’s a better organist than Tom Winpenny anywhere to be found, and precious few that can match his musical and technical skills. These works allow him to shine, and should appeal...
About
Acclaimed for his sacred choral and organ works, Francis Pott was recognised in 2021 with the Medal of the Royal College of Organists, its highest award. Regarded as an Everest of the organ repertoire, Christus is a Passion symphony that traces this dramatic Biblical narrative through evolving tonality, portraying Christs vast struggle through betrayal and crucifixion towards ultimate triumph. Christus here enjoys its first studio recording, made in the presence of the composer. Included also are premieres of Surrexit Hodie (a toccata for Easter Sunday) and a commemorative chorale prelude, Schmücke dich, O liebe Seele.
Contents and tracklist
I. Logos
Track length32:44
This track is only available as an album download.
V. Resurrectio
Track length38:34
This track is only available as an album download.
Awards and reviews
May/June 2022
I doubt there’s a better organist than Tom Winpenny anywhere to be found, and precious few that can match his musical and technical skills. These works allow him to shine, and should appeal to organ enthusiasts everywhere. Francis Pott is clearly a gifted composer, and his organ music has made a significant inroad on the organ world.
May 2023
This is a notable release. All the music is thrilling and deeply felt and Tom Winpenny performs it all superbly… His performance brings out all the subtle nuances and dramatic peaks of Francis Pott’s immense score.
