Reviewed by Steven Whitehead

To his shame, your reviewer was not familiar with either the composer or the organist on this album, although he has heard the featured instrument, the famous organ of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban, many times. The acoustical side of this production is splendid with the mighty organ played to great effect. The composer produced the CD and must surely be delighted with the end result. Robert Crowley is currently director of music and chapel organist at St George’s School, Harpenden, and is in total control throughout. The music dates from “Qui Lux Es” (1988) to several pieces from the end of the last century. In some ways Clucas is a modern composer but he keeps harking back to earlier times and snatches of hymns ancient and modern turn up in surprising guises. For those with an interest in contemporary organ music this is essential and those who like a good melody played with finesse will find much to enjoy.

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