Widor - Symphony no. 5 (Complete Performance)

Charles-Marie Widor is the grandfather of the Organ Symphony. From the evocative snapshots in this work’s opening theme and variations to the cavernous Toccata which concludes it, this 35-minute work has something for everyone on earth. Presented in partnership with the Royal Canadian College of Organists. 01:55 i. Allegro vivace 13:20 ii. Allegro cantabile 20:55 iii. Andantino quasi allegretto 29:30 iv. Adagio 36:05 v. Toccata: Allegro Donald Hunt, organist Recorded at Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria, BC Organ Helmuth Wolff & Associés Ltée, Op 47 (2005) - RCCO Organ Festival Canada, June 2020 Make a donation: