This is the first, and only, professional recording of the spectacular Danish (Frobenius) organ at St. Stephen's Church in Belvedere, California. From the Baroque era to the Romantic era, the role of the organ changed dramatically. The Age of Enlightenment caused a shift in focus away from the Church and toward the concert hall and the salon. Yet on this recording, we can hear the continuation of the classical idiom, perfected in the music of Bach, and handed down to the mind and heart of Brahms. The music of this recording reflects the classical idiom (as opposed to the symphonic idiom) that held great importance in 19th century Germany. This was the second solo recording which Grammy-award winner, Jonathan Dimmock, made. He now has more than 30 CDs released (solo and ensemble). His website: www.jonathandimmock.com, gives his performing and biographical information. The main part of the disc is the complete set of 11 chorale preludes...