| J.S. Bach Organ Sonatas, BWV525 - 530 - Review Excerpts |
 Audiophile Audition (US) (19 May 2010) "This goes right to the top of the list for these works, and I can only hope that Melba sees fit to raise the funds and provide us with a first-class SACD recording of all the Bach organ works, of course with Christopher Wrench at the helm." "Australian-born organist Christopher Wrench has scored, in terms of commitment, energy, musical poise, and, for want of a better way of putting it, sheer joy in music-making--an unequivocal triumph" "A great achievement" Organ Australia (Australia) (December 2009) "Christopher's rendition of these works is all we have come to expect of him. His musical concept and command of shaping musical lines are astounding. This is a mature artist at work who has not only great musical insight, but also the technical superiority to give it full expression ... if there is only one organ CD you buy this year, make it this one!" "With Christopher Wrench's bravura and humanity matched with a distinguished high-resolution recording, this is a set of Bach organ sonatas to be enjoyed like a fine Australian wine." National Business Review (NZ) (17 December 2009) "Wrench displays a virtuosic approach which makes the playing of the organ seem particularly easy." "The results in all formats is outstanding ****4 stars" "Beautifully crafted, and intelligently played by Bach specialist Wrench, this is music of sheer beauty." "This is fine authoritative playing, a lovely instrument, well in tune, and a first-rate recording. Recommended without hesitation!" "The works are performed with great authority and attention to detail ... The recording quality is, as one expects from the recording company, exemplary." "Christopher Wrench’s meticulous technique transforms pieces that are more often performed as demanding exercises into an enjoyable and satisfying experience for the listener, enhanced by excellent SACD Surround" "Wrench is a fine organist...The sound is exquisite and beautifully recorded." "...convincing and compelling... Christopher Wrench has a keyboard technique which is ideal for this music." "... superb music on a beautiful instrument" Focus (Australia) (November 2009) "the playing is first class" "The organ sonatas are among Bach's most sublime pieces and the disc presents Wrench at his best." "a majestic sound" "It is the vitality Wrench brings to the music when the pace quickens, and the technical dexterity that allows him to expand the expressive range, even in quiet moments, to its fullest capacity. His playing is a judicious mix of sensitivity and academic application to this masterful material." |