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Maxim has set these three works as hymn “fantasias” with much color and textural variety. The tunes are Aberystwyth, Blaenwern, and Trefaenan and they have an imaginative flair and are attractive for both organist and listener.
Meet Christopher Maxim in person…
Aberystwyth: It’s a striking piece, and well-suited to big occasions.
Blaenwern: For players and listeners there is nothing but pleasure to be had here.
Trefaenan: This glittering toccata is very well worth getting to know, Again it’s very rewarding. I cannot but feel that musically informed listeners will also find much to welcome here.
Conclusion: I think organists of all kinds would enjoy adding these pieces to their repertoire — I have!
David Dewar (Organists’ Review)
This clutch of works from Paraclete Press [Prelude and Fugue on the name of ‘Duruflé’, Three Pieces Founded on Welsh Hymn-Tunes, Eleven Chorale Preludes, Jubilate] showcases Christopher Maxim’s fluent and charming compositional style. His North Walian heritage inevitably draws comparison with William Mathias: certainly there is the same Celtic brightness but it is softer-edged, more approachable and even jaunty. The title of Three Pieces Founded on Welsh Hymn Tunes seems a nod to Vaughan Williams, though the mood is lighter and more silvery. There is idiomatic, enjoyable and satisfying music in these volumes.
Huw Morgan (Sunday by Sunday)
