Pipe Organ Recital

ABSTRACT Pipe Organ Recital By Hae-Yul Grace Chung Master of Music, Performance The contributions made by Johann Sebastian Bach, Louis Vierne, and Dan Locklair hold a very distinct landmark in the development of organ music. Bach creatively brought Baroque music to its culmination, and is known for his expert contrapunctal craftsmanship that has proven itself through the ages. In the French Romantic period the zenith of symphonic organ music was achieved by Vierne through his six organ symphonies. Vierne modified sonata form, created subtle nuance in harmony, and utilized orchestral timbres made possible by the innovative organs of Aristide Cavaillé-Coll in the 19th century. Lastly, Locklair, from the perspective of the 21st century, assimilated the strengths of the former generations' compositions into a new style that was uniquely his own. He develops his musical ideas in a diversified manner by minimal use of musical materials. This paper examines what evokes such notable landmarks and enchanting esthetics by probing the composers' influences, characteristics, and by analyzing their representative works.