Description: | Timothy Broege (b. 1947) — Bolzano (1977, rev. 1982) for organ
(in three movements)
“Bolzano” (1977, rev. 1982) takes its title from its place of composition—the mountain city of Bolzano, Italy. The music unfolds in three brief, atmospheric movements.
American composer Timothy Broege (b. 1947) is a native of New Jersey. Educated at Northwestern University, he has taught in both Illinois and New Jersey and has held positions as organist and director of music at several New Jersey churches, including First Presbyterian (Belmar) and the historic Elberon Memorial Church (Elberon). As a performer, Broege is an active organist, harpsichordist, clavichordist, pianist (classical and jazz), and recorderist. His music has been performed throughout the world, and his music for wind ensemble and band is particularly well-known. Broege’s output includes more than 20 “sinfonias” for large ensembles, along with many chamber, solo, choral, and vocal works. He is past president of the Composers Guild of New Jersey, and his work has been published by a number of firms. |