David Davies recital

A quiet Wednesday catching up on watching HDDs from the Proms, Songs of Praise and Antiques Roadshow and a splendid new work by Jonathan Dove for the 60th birthday of Radio 3. To St Michael's for the recital by David Davies sub-organist of Guildford cathedral. This was a good programe including works by David Johnson and Seth Bingham reflecting the organist's time in America. Also Bach, Bruhns and de Grigny. The latter was unexpectedly loud. Howells's Siciliano for a high ceremony is unusual. He finished with Fidelis and Fanfare by Percy Whitlock.
To chorus where Mark Griffiths rehearsed Carmina Burana excellently. His instructions are clear and helpful. Had a chat to him in the break about the Fidelio in Oxford - he sang at Christ Church for 2 terms.

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Padre Rob+ said…
I used to love watching Songs of Praise. It isn't shown here anymore :(
12 October 2007 at 01:20
John the organist said…
It's not as good as it used to be - it's become a popularised show and some of the arrangements are not very good.
12 October 2007 at 23:20
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