Tag Archives: Saxton
The Holly and the Ivy (Robert Saxton, 2023)
A second Christmas present from Robert Saxton! Premiered at King’s Sutton Parish Church on Christmas Day 2023 by Jonathan Clinch. This recording was made on Christmas Eve.
Merry Christmas!
New piece by Robert Saxton – Chorale Prelude on Holst’s ‘In the bleak midwinter’. This beautiful miniature takes Holst’s famous tune as a tenor in the left hand. It was premiered at the 9 Lessons and Carols service at King’s … Continue reading
New Premiere Recording – Robert Saxton: Chorale Prelude on ‘Strength and Stay’
As part of Jonathan’s ongoing collaboration with Professor Robert Saxton, here is the latest recording. It’s a new chorale prelude on the tune ‘Strength and Stay’ by J B Dykes, written to mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of … Continue reading
Digital Album Released – Bach & Saxton Organ Works
Jonathan’s latest recording explores the relationships between the works of J S Bach and the contemporary British composer, Robert Saxton (b. 8th October 1953). Album links below. Read or download the booklet here… Full album available in all the usual places (Spotify, … Continue reading
October release! Bach & Saxton – Organ Works
Digital album, produced in collaboration with the composer, Robert Saxton. Out 8th October. Available through Spotify, Apple, Amazon, YouTube etc. Programme Bach: “Dorian” Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 538 – ToccataRobert Saxton: Chorale Prelude, In memoriam Oliver Knussen*Bach: … Continue reading
New single in memory of Sir Harrison Birtwistle released.
Sir Harrison Birtwistle was born on 15 July 1934. To commemorate this remarkable British composer, I am releasing a single from my forthcoming album of organ music by Robert Saxton and J.S. Bach (due out on Robert’s birthday, 8th October). The … Continue reading
Bach & Saxton: Organ Works
Jonathan has recently finished an album of organ music for digital release. The programme alternates works by the contemporary composer Robert Saxton (with whom Jonathan has worked closely), and music by J S Bach that inspired Saxton. There are tributes … Continue reading
Dr Jonathan Clinch 