from the Opera 'Tannhauser'-During his time in Weimar (1848 1861) Liszt developed a then entirely new organ style which stands out for both orchestral and pianistic elements. Together with the choirmaster Alexander Wilhelm Gottschalg (1827 1908) from Tiefurt he regularly initiated so-called 'organ conferences'. And it was at the suggestion of Gottschalg that the present arrangement of the Pilgrim's Choir from the opera 'Tannhäuser' was written. With his version for organ Liszt by means of this example laid the foundations for the (not always undisputed) tradition extending to the present day of organ transcriptions from the operas of Wagner. 'Organistic' elements in the Pilgrims' Choir are theclassical chorale theme the solemn 'sacred' atmosphere of the solemn tempo as well as the expressive cantability. The linear intensification from the antiphonal-organ-like piano dolce of the beginning to the 'full organ' can be realized in a convincing manner with an orchestrally conceived three-manual organ with the sensitive use of the swell box and the successive seamless build-up of the crescendo pedal being of particular significance. Important repertoire piece marking the 200th birthday of Richard Wagner in 2013.

A collection of popular organ music for weddings. Includes 'Bridal Chorus' (Wagner), 'Wedding March' (Mendelssohn) and 'Alla Marcia' (Ireland). / Orgue

Handbook of classical-modern organ playing-Handbook of classical-modern Organ playing.Barenreiter's two-volume edition is the first to offer a reference work on Organ technique systematically subdivided into 60 exercise units. It provides an overview of all relevant topics on manual and pedal playing based on the tutors by Marcel Dupré Fernando Germani Charles-Louis Hanon and Johannes Brahms as well as on their sequels and supplements. There is also a comprehensive set of exercises to maintain the achieved performance level.This compendium is a tutor for all levels of expertise and training from ambitious semi-professional organists through to fully professional church musicians and conservatorystudents. Furthermore it is aimed at all of those who teach the Organ whether privately or at academies colleges conservatories or universities.Two-volume reference work on Organ technique (Ger/Eng)Covers all relevant areas of manual and pedal playingIncludes a comprehensive set of exercisesConcise introductory text (Ger/Eng)Index for topics and keywords on teaching and performing issuesFor every level of expertise and trainingPeter Wagner (b. Karlstadt 1967) studied Catholic church music (A-level certification) Organ improvisation concert Organ and music theory in Cologne Würzburg and Salzburg. His later career led him to a wide variety of teaching consultancy and jury activities in the areas of Organ playing music theory choral and orchestral conducting voice training and children?s choirs. He has also given concert tours in Germany and abroad. From 2001 to 2003 Wagner was an educational consultant and teacher at the Bavarian State Academy of Music in Hammelburg. Since then he has been cathedral organist and choral director in Minden as well dean church musician for the archbishopric of Paderborn.

Prelude to Act Three-Of all Wagners scores 'The Mastersingers of Nuremburg'is the most overtly Bachian. It includes such igenious technical figures as triple counterpoint and an original chorale in Baroque idiom. This piece is ideally suited for use before church services or during communio. In recitalo it may be effectively juxtaposed with 'Ride of the Valkries'for maximum contrast with only a brief pause. This is a fantastic transcription of this work suitable for almost any occasion.

Arranged for Organ-Wagner included this piece for choir and orchestra in his opera Lohengrin. In today’s weddings it is one of the most popular choices for the entrance or exit of the bride.

This collection contains settings from the late Romantic period through to the Early Modern. It sets a new standard in terms of the range and the broad stylistic features of popular as well as unknown compositions. Included are original Ave-Maria settings specifically arranged for medium voice and organ. Solo singers and musicians will find these settings arranged for ease of performance and playability.With works from Bizet, Bruckner, Cherubini, Dvorak, Franck, Gounod, Guilmant, Liszt, Rheinberger , Saint-Saëns, Schubert and others.The EditorPeter Wagner is a church musician, concert organist and editor. Currently he teaches organ and composition at the Episcopal Church Music Seminar in Würzburg . / Voix Et Orgue / Partition

This book replaces the legacy edition of Voluntary Choice Book 4 (SP457) and is enhanced by the addition of the Mendelssohn and Wagner wedding marches plus the Trumpet Voluntary by Jeremiah Clarke in 'manuals only' arrangements to complement Paul Mottram's full organ work 'Fanfare and Fantasia':- based on well known wedding themes. A book to satisfy traditional tastes yet also offering an extrovert slant on familiar material.

This great melody from Wagner's famous opera has been expertly arranged for solo piano.

A superb collection of 28 pieces suitable for weddings including many favourites:- Bach/Gounod & Schubert Ave Marias Mendelssohn and Wagner Wedding Marches Trumpet tunes by Charpentier Clarke and Purcell; Jesu Joy and many more

From This Day Forward is a practical anthology for the wedding organist as arranged by Mark L. Williams. Contents: Arioso from Contata No. 156 (Bach); Air from Water Music Suite (Handel); Andantino from Rosamunde (Schubert); Nocturne from A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Mendelssohn); O Perfect Love; Bist du bei Mir (Bach); Canon in D (Pachelbel); Largo from Xerxes (Handel); Where’er You Walk (Handel); A Nuptual Blessing; Pastoral Symphony from Messiah (Handel); Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring (Bach); He Shall Feed His Flock From Messiah (Handel); Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin (Wagner); Trumpet Voluntary; Wedding March from A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Mendelssohn); TrumpetTune; Allegro Maestoso from Water Music Suite (Handel); March from Richard the First (Handel); Rondeau from Sinfonies de Fanfares (Mouret); Prelude to Te Deum (Charpentier); Rigaudon (Campra); Psalm 19 (Marcello); March Magnifique (Williams); Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us (Bradbury); and Sing to God with Heart and Voice (Williams)

Kompositionen von Bizet, Gluck, Lortzing, W. A. Mozart, Offenbach, Verdi, Wagner und Weber. / Recueil / Orgue Electronique