Andrew Sampson plays Johann Sebastian Bach on the Mander 1989 organ at St Matthew's Westminster. 4 out of 5 stars.

Sampson's characterful playing exudes the love of the music and the organ. Providing plenty of contrasting colour, the recording combines an intimacy worthy of the building and instrument with a spaciousness to give warmth to the performances. The E flat Clavierübung Prelude and Fugue and the C minor Passacaglia frame ten assorted chorale preludes. A magnificent CD booklet contains stunning photographs and comprehensive notes, a model of how to communicate with one's listenership, making it a must for followers of Mander instruments. 4 stars

Nicholas Danks, St Martin-in-the-Fields

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