PROGRAMME:
Quattro Pezzi Opus 112 - Oreste Ravanello
1. Preludio 1:40
2. Armonie sul nome di BACH 4:23
3. Bluette 6:48
4. Toccata brillante 9:21
Organ Sonata No.1, II. - Paul Hindemith
Sehr langsam 13:52
Phantasie, frei 17:11
Ruhig bewegt 20:10
Sean’s interest in the organ developed from regular Church attendance during his formative
years. Having started piano lessons at the age of 5, his piano teacher eventually agreed that he
could start the organ once he reached grade 5 piano - not a moment too soon! His early
studies included time with Richard Seal at Salisbury Cathedral before entering the Royal
Academy of Music in 1986 where he continued his studies with Christopher Bowers
Broadbent (organ) and John Hall (composition). Rather than pursue a life as a professional
Organist, Sean’s lifelong passion for electronic music led to a career with the Roland
Corporation, a world leader in the design and manufacture of electronic musical
instruments. Since leaving the Royal Academy, Sean has however held various Church posts
including the posts of St. John’s Wolverhampton (1991-1994), St. James the Greater
Leicester (1994-1995) and All Saints Leamington Spa (1997- 2007). Sean moved to
Hebden Bridge in late 2014. Rather than opt for a regular organist post, he enjoys the
opportunity to stand in at various Churches as and when required. He is a regular deputy at
Leeds Cathedral and a member of the Diocese of Leeds organists’ training programme.
Music Used:
The Happy Breed: IV. Brazil 99 www.amazon.co....
Uzbekistan Suite: I. Aria www.amazon.co....
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