Konstantin Volostnov performs Brahms’ complete organ works (Röver organ 1898)

#naxosmusic #classicalmusic #trailer In contrast to the grand scale and public profile of his orchestral and choral works, Johannes Brahms saw the organ as an instrument ‘for home use’, and one in which he confided his most intimate feelings. The earlier pieces were exercises in counterpoint inspired by Brahms’ friendship with Clara Schumann and, despite their academic titles, they are infused with distinctive musical ideas and lyrical expressiveness. The later Chorale Preludes with their themes of suffering and death can be seen as autobiographical, the elder Brahms seeking spiritual strength in the ‘pure style’ of the Protestant tradition. Release date: November 2023 *** Listen to Naxos playlists: Spotify: Apple Music: Follow us: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: Naxos Blog: Website: