By using 31 tones per octave instead of the usual 12, the repertoire of the Fokker organ can be considered contrary or unconventional. To provide an overview of these contrasting sounds, this programme presents a selection of diverse compositions that illustrate the rich musical literature of the Fokker organ. Alongside several old and contemporary classics, including a work by the American/Flemish composer Bert Van Herck, newly composed pieces written specifically for the Fokker organ by Miranda Driessen and Angus Barnacle will also be performed. Both of these composers have previously created works exploring such contrary sounds.
Contrary Sounds
Programme
Hans Eugen Frischknecht (1939) – 3 Stücke für 31-Ton-Orgel (Neufassung 1972)
Johann Kaspar Kerll (1627-1693) – Toccata IV (Cromatica con durezze e ligature)
Bert Van Herck (1971) – Formes fluides (2009/2010)
Emanuele Soncino (?-?) – Cromatica (1633)
Angus Barnacle (1976) – Body Pressure (2012/2013) (premiere)
Louis Couperin (1626?-1661) – Fantaisie des Duretez (1650)
Miranda Driessen – Benedictus (transcription of Mozarabic singing from the ‘Antifonario Visigotico Mozarabe de la Catedral de Léon’, 11th century – premiere)
Support
This programme was made possible with the support of: SNS REAAL Fonds – renamed Fonds 21 (renovation Fokker organ), Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds (renovation Fokker organ), Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ and Huygens-Fokker Foundation.
Fokker organ concert
Zondag 10 februari 2013, 11.00 uur
Toegangsprijs €14,- (€11,- kortingskaart)
Small Hall, Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ
Piet Heinkade 1, 1019 BR Amsterdam
Performers
Ere Lievonen, Fokker organ

