Fanfara di Natale sopra "Wachet auf"

Carlotta Ferrari (b. 1975) is an Italian composer. Educated at the Conservatory in Milan, she has composed in many genres, developing a personal language that is concerned with the blend of past and present. Her compositions have been performed frequently around the world. Ferrari’s music appears on several CD recordings, including seven all-Ferrari organ CDs: four recorded by Carson Cooman (2014/16/18) and three by Peter Clark (2015/16/18). She served as chair of music composition at Hebei Normal University in Shijiazhuang, China and is currently professor of music composition at the European School of Economics in Florence, Italy.

"Fanfara di Natale sopra 'Wachet auf'" is a bright and brassy fanfare based upon the great and famous hymn-tune by composed by Philipp Nicolai in 1598.

In this performance, the Solo Tuba mirabilis is heard in the right hand, while the Great and Swell reeds at 8' and 4', plus a diapason carry the left. The Pedal reeds at 16' and 8' carry the bass.

A brilliant fanfare on a brilliant hymn.

The score is attached below, as well as a photo of Carlotta Ferrari and a drawing of Philipp Nicolai.

More Advent and Christmas coming soon, including a performance of Carlotta Ferrari's "Variations on an Italian Noel".

Peace and blessings to All!