by Nadjha Johnson on 2014-01-20
As part of the ongoing organ recital series hosted at the University of Redlands, music lovers filled the Memorial Chapel Sunday evening, Jan. 12, for David Higgs's performance.
Higgs, a world-renowned organist, played intricate pieces composed by preeminent organists from the 19th century. A New York native, Higgs has taught and performed internationally, including at the International Organ Festivals and Competitions in Germany, Denmark, Italy, Ireland and England. He is currently chair of the organ department at the Eastman School of Music.
This recital was the third annual performance held by the School of music at University of Redlands and began at 3 p.m. Sunday. After the audience gathered in the chapel, Higgs commenced his performance with Sinfonia from Cantata No. 29, “Wir Danken Dir,” composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Thechords filled the silent chapel as Higgs charmed the captivated audience with a cornucopia of musical selections that ranged from the light airiness of "Canon in B Minor" to the dark yet delightfully macabre "Variations de Concert."
All of the compositions were complex, yet serene, and when asked how he prepares for his concerts, Higgs replied, “Practice, practice, practice, and I dedicate my life to my music.”
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Organ Recital
Event Type: Guest Artist
Location: Memorial Chapel
Sunday, January 12, 2014
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Calendar:
School of Music
Contact:
music@redlands.edu
(909) 748 - 8700
Organ Recital, Surprise Internationally famous Guest Organist.
You will not be disappointed if you come to this concert! We promise you a superbly interesting program performed by a consummate artist. The performer's name (and reason for secrecy) will be announced just before the program begins.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information please contact the School of Music at (909) 748 - 8700 or at music@redlands.edu.
ORIGINAL ARTICLE:
The anticipated organ recital series held at the University of Redlands Memorial Chapel was absolutely phenomenal to say the least. The surprise performer, David Higgs, world renowned organist blew away the audience with intricate pieces from preeminent organists from the 19th century. A New York native, Higgs has taught and performed internationally, including the International Organ Festivals and Competitions in Germany, Denmark, Italy, Ireland & England. He is currently Chair of the organ department at the Eastman School of Music.
This recital was the third annual performance held by the School of music at University of Redlands and began at 3 p.m. this past Sunday. After the audience gathered in the marvelous chapel, Higgs commenced his performance with Sinfonia from Cantata No. 29, “Wir Danken Dir” composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. The uplifting chords filled the silent chapel as Higgs charmed the captivated audience with a cornucopia of musical selections that ranged from the light airiness of ‘Canon in B minor’ to the dark yet delightfully, macabre ‘Variations de Concert’. All of the compositions were complex yet serene and when asked how does he prepare for his concerts, Higgs replied, “Practice, Practice, Practice and I dedicate my life to my music.”