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In organo, chordis et choro (2001) |
Symphonic fantasy for organ - c.12'
The fantasia In organo, chordis et choro was commissioned by the "Amis de l'Orgue Saint-Martin Dudelange" in Luxembourg for the inauguration of their Stahlhuth organ (1912) as restored by the organ-builder Thomas Jann (2001-2002). Its title - 'With organ, strings and dance' - was inspired by Psalm 150. It is a paraphrase of Gregorian and folk melodies in the manner of a jubilant procession, a world given over to Joy in the days after Christmas. The score replies, in a naïve and flamboyant style, to the majestic frescos in the central nave of the church of Saint Martin which represents saints both male and female radiating out from Bethlehem and Dudelange. The principle themes developed are: the Alleluia of the Epiphany, the hymn Jesu redemptor omnium, a Breton folksong, Salut, Ô Sainte Crèche (Hail, Holy Crib) and an Alsatian folksong, Uff em Berjel, bin ich g'sässe (When I am on the mountain). They are freely developed with touches of symphonic variation and sonata form.
Naji Hakim