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Overview of "Handel: Organ Concertos, Op. 4 & Op. 7"
"Handel: Organ Concertos, Op. 4 & Op. 7" is a highly regarded recording featuring organist Paul Nicholson, The Brandenburg Consort, conductor Roy Goodman, and significant choral contributions from Timothy Brown and the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge. The album includes Handel’s celebrated organ concertos, performed on an organ historically associated with Handel himself, at St Lawrence, Whitchurch, London.
Timothy Brown’s Role
Renowned as a choral conductor, Timothy Brown was the director of the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge during this project. In this recording, his leadership enhances the choral sections, adding depth and authenticity to Handel’s works. Specifically, Brown’s direction is prominent in pieces such as the “Choral Alleluia” of the Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4.
Key Album Details
The artists involved in this project include Paul Nicholson on the organ, Frances Kelly on the harp, The Brandenburg Consort, the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge directed by Timothy Brown, and Roy Goodman as the conductor. The album features notable works such as Organ Concertos Op. 4 No. 1–4 and Op. 7, with highlights including “Organ Concerto in G Minor, Op. 4 No. 1” and “Organ Concerto in F Major, Op. 4 No. 4: IV. Allegro – Choral Alleluia”. The recording took place at St Lawrence, Whitchurch, London and was released in 1997 and reissued in 2024.
Artistic Significance
This album is praised for its authentic Baroque sound, with historically informed performances on period instruments. Timothy Brown’s choir brings brightness and clarity to the choral segments, complementing the vibrant passagework of Nicholson’s organ playing and the instrumental ensemble.
Conclusion
Timothy Brown’s contribution as choral director, in collaboration with the Brandenburg Consort and Roy Goodman, is integral to the success of "Handel: Organ Concertos, Op. 4 & Op. 7". This album is a testament to Brown's versatile artistic abilities and a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast.