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The image depicts two pages of a booklet or program, one of which is folded. The left page contains press reviews of Lionel Rogg, an organist, while the right page features a more detailed profile and additional reviews.

Left Page: Press Reviews

The left page is titled "PRESS REVIEWS" and includes excerpts from various publications:

1. LONDON - "The Times": The review highlights Lionel Rogg's rhythmic playing, noting his immediate impression with a clear, rhythmic performance in a Toccata by Muffat and Verses from Couperin's Messe des Paroisses. The review commends his bright, contrapuntal registration, style, and tempo.

2. OXFORD - "The Daily Telegraph": This review from the Bach Festival emphasizes Rogg's clarity and controlled power, praising his performance in "technical" passages and his ability to maintain excitement without strain or mechanical regularity.

3. MONTREAL - "Star": This review describes Rogg's recital as extraordinary, suggesting that few recitalists in the world today could equal his performance. The critic notes that the audience was captivated by his playing.

4. MONTREAL - "Gazette": The review highlights Rogg's all-Bach program, noting his urgency, spontaneity, and life, which brought fresh enthusiasm to the audience, making the stylistic differences evident and displaying great musical mastery.

5. LAUSANNE - "Gazette": The review praises Rogg as a superb interpreter of Bach.

6. MONTREUX - "Journal": This review places Rogg among today's best organists.

Right Page: Detailed Profile and Record Reviews

The right page is divided into two sections. The top half provides a detailed profile of Lionel Rogg, and the bottom half features record reviews.

Profile of Lionel Rogg:

• Born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1936.
• Studied at the Conservatory in Geneva, winning first prizes in organ, piano, and fugue.
• Professor of Organ at the Conservatory of Geneva since 1961.
• Performed extensively across Europe, the United States, and Canada.
• Has participated in major festivals and recorded complete organ works of J.S. Bach, which have received critical acclaim.

Record Reviews:

1. THE GRAMOPHONE - F. Aprahamian: This review highly praises Rogg's recording of Bach's complete organ works, noting his superior artistry and the pleasure of listening to his playing.

2. MUSICAL TIMES - Rodney Hansen: The review notes that Rogg's recordings reveal his maturity and technique, with a natural flow and growth, and an excellent sense of organ color.

3. THE DIAPASON - Frank Cunkle: This review suggests that Rogg's Bach recordings set a high standard for others to follow, with disciplined, lyrical, and rhythmic playing that is always logical and consistent.

4. THE AMERICAN ORGANIST - Rodney Hansen: The review again emphasizes Rogg's musicianship, describing his playing as beautiful and important, with a great sense of style and mastery of the organ.

5. THE NEW RECORDS - Le Figaro: This review suggests that Rogg's recording of the Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor by Bach is nearly perfect.

The bottom of the page includes contact information for Lilian Murtagh, Concert Management, based in Connecticut, USA.

The image shows a page from a magazine or newspaper featuring press reviews and record reviews of Lionel Rogg, a Swiss organist.

Press Reviews:

1. London - "The Times":

   • Highlights Rogg's impressive rhythmic playing in a Toccata by Muffat and Verses from Couperin's Messe des Paroisses.
   • Describes Rogg's rhythmic style as clean and precise, showing a deep understanding of period style and tempo.

2. Oxford - "The Daily Telegraph":

   • Praises Rogg's clarity and controlled power during the Bach Festival.
   • Notes his skillful handling of the "technical" passages in the music, which are executed with a rigorous sense of period and a clean rhythmic line.

3. Montreal - "Star":

   • Recalls a recital where Rogg's performance was so extraordinary that it could be compared to few recitals in the world.

4. Montreal - "Gazette":

   • Highlights Rogg’s triumph in performing the complete Bach organ works.
   • Describes his performance as urgent, spontaneous, and full of life, with an enthusiasm akin to that of a discoverer.

5. Montreal - "Journal":

   • Positions Rogg among today’s top organists.

6. Lausanne - "Gazette":

   • Recognizes Rogg as a superb interpreter of Bach.

Record Reviews:

1. The Gramophone:

   • Reviews Rogg’s complete organ works of J.S. Bach (Ripieno).
   • Praises the quality and anticipation of the recordings, noting that it captures Bach’s organ tone beautifully.

2. Musical Times:

   • Describes Rogg’s work as a revelation of a new musical sense and growth, noting his clear and logical articulation.

3. The Diapason:

   • Emphasizes Rogg’s meticulous attention to Bach’s music, finding it a fine example of consistent and logical playing.

4. The American Organist:

   • Highlights Rogg’s significant contributions to the organ repertoire and his deep understanding of Bach’s work.

5. The New Records:

   • Mentions the series of complete Bach organ works as a significant achievement, indicating a high level of satisfaction and quality.

The reviews collectively praise Lionel Rogg's exceptional organ playing skills and his ability to interpret Bach’s music with both technical proficiency and artistic depth.

The image displays a page from a program or brochure featuring press reviews and record reviews of the organist Lionel Rogg. Here's a detailed summary:

Press Reviews

LONDON - "The Times"

• Organist Impresses with Rhythmic Playing: The critic notes Rogg's clean and rhythmic playing, particularly highlighting his performance of the Toccata by Muffat and Verses from Couperin's Messe des Paroisses. Rogg’s ability to handle contrapuntal strands with clarity and a sense of style and tempo is praised.

OXFORD - "The Daily Telegraph"

• Swiss Organist's Clarity and Controlled Power: The review praises Rogg for his clear and powerful playing, particularly in Bach’s works. His ability to avoid mechanical regularity and his sensitive phrasing and rhythm are highlighted.

MONTREAL - "Star"

• Extraordinary Recital: The critic states that Rogg's performance at the Ars Organi May Festival was extraordinary and unmatched in its heights.

MONTREAL - "Gazette"

• Swiss Organist Scores Triumph: The review commends Rogg's all-Bach program, describing his performance as urgent, spontaneous, and full of life. His fresh enthusiasm and sensitivity are noted as hallmarks of his playing.

LAUSANNE - "Gazette"

• Lionel Rogg, Superb Interpreter of Bach: The review highlights Rogg's superb interpretation of Bach's music.

MONTREAL - "Journal"

• Among Today’s Best Organists: The critic places Rogg among the best organists of his time.

Record Reviews

Lionel Rogg Biography:

• Born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1936.
• Studied at the Conservatory in Geneva with Pierre Segond and Nikita Magaloff.
• Won first prizes in organ and piano in 1956 and 1957.
• Currently a professor of organ at the Conservatory of Geneva.

Record Reviews:

• The Gramophone: After reviewing Rogg’s first two recordings, the critic praises his playing of Bach’s works, noting that Rogg’s performances are anticipated with great pleasure.
• Musical Times: Describes Rogg's recordings as disciplined by musical sense, with a growth in technique and a strong sense of organ color.
• The Diapason: Each new release by Rogg shows an increasing conviction and technical mastery, making him a model for students and mature players alike.
• The American Organist: Praises Rogg’s maturity and flawless technique, highlighting his ability to convey the essence of Bach's music.
• Rodney Hansen (The New Records): Emphasizes that Rogg's recordings are among the best complete series ever offered.

Lilian Murtagh Concert Management:

• Contact information for Lilian Murtagh, the concert management, is provided at the bottom of the page.

The reviews collectively highlight Lionel Rogg's exceptional skills as an organist, particularly in his interpretation of Bach's music, and his technical proficiency and artistic sensitivity.

The image contains a page from a publication featuring reviews and information about the renowned organist Lionel Rogg. Here's a detailed summary:

Press Reviews

London - "The Times"

• Rogg's performance of a Toccata by Couperin was noted for its clean, rhythmic playing and his ability to delineate contrapuntal strands with bright, garish registration. His sense of style and period values, as well as his tempo, were praised.

Oxford - "The Daily Telegraph"

• At the Bach Festival, Rogg's clarity and controlled power were highlighted, with the review noting that his playing was perfectly clear and to scale, though lacking in climactic fugal sections. His technical passages were executed with precision.

Montreal - "Star"

• Rogg's performance was described as extraordinary, with the reviewer noting that few could surpass it. His playing was praised for its freshness and enthusiasm.

Montreal - "Gazette"

• Rogg's performance of a Bach program was described as urgent, spontaneous, and alive. His delivery of the music was praised as a discovery expounding on a newfound favorite, with a sensitive taste for a great musical master.

Lausanne - "Journal"

• Rogg's performance was considered superb, placing him among today's best organists.

Record Reviews

Lionel Rogg

• Born in Geneva, Switzerland, Rogg studied at the Geneva Conservatory with Pierre Segond and Nikita Magaloff. He won First Prize in organ and piano in 1956 and 1957 respectively.
• Rogg's extensive career includes performances across Europe, North America, and Canada. He has participated in numerous festivals, including those in Montreux, Bayreuth, Nuremburg, Haarlem, and Oxford.

The Gramophone

• Rogg's playing of Bach's complete organ works was praised for its maturity and flawless technique, offering greater pleasure than the prospect of receiving the next installment.

Musical Times

• Rogg's recordings were noted for their massive articulation and the rich, resonant tone of the organ.

The Diapason

• Each release by Rogg was described as a convincing and logical articulation, making Bach playing accessible to both students and mature players.

The American Organist

• Rogg's recordings were praised for their maturity and technique, with an understated, light touch that illuminated the music's many facets.

Records - EMI (His Master's Voice)

• The review mentions Rogg's recordings of Bach, Handel, and other composers, highlighting his exceptional organ playing.

Additional Information

• The page includes a note from Lilian Murtagh Concert Management, indicating a box number and location in Canaan, Connecticut, USA.

Record Titles

• The page lists some of Rogg's recordings:
  • J.S. Bach: Complete Organ Works - Ripieno
  • Various works by Bach, Handel, and others

Overall, the page serves as a comprehensive overview of Lionel Rogg's accolades and the critical reception of his performances and recordings.

The image is a collection of press and record reviews highlighting the skills and performances of organist Lionel Rogg.

Press Reviews:

1. London - "The Times"

   • Lionel Rogg's performance is praised for its clean, rhythmical playing. His interpretation of a Toccata by Muffat and Verses from Couperin's "Messe des Paroisses" is noted for delineating contrapuntal strands without harsh registration and showcasing a sense of period style in matters of tempo.

2. Oxford - "The Daily Telegraph"

   • Rogg's recital is commended for its clarity and controlled power. The review mentions his impressive execution of technical passages without sacrificing musicality. His playing is described as supple in phrase and rhythm.

3. Montreal - "Star"

   • Rogg's recital is deemed extraordinary, suggesting few recitalists today could equal his performance. The reviewer is impressed by the heights he achieves.

4. Montreal - "La Gazette"

   • Rogg’s all-Bach program is highlighted for its immediacy, spontaneity, and life. His fresh enthusiasm and skill reveal a discoverer's excitement and the taste of a great musical master.

5. Lausanne - "Gazette"

   • Rogg is hailed as a superb interpreter of Bach.

6. Montreux - "Journal"

   • Rogg is placed among today's best organists without a doubt.

Record Reviews:

1. (J.S. Bach: Complete Organ Works - Ripieno)

   • The Gramophone: Rogg's playing is noted for revealing no greater anticipatory pleasure than receiving the next installment, showcasing his fine Bach playing and recorded organ tone.
   • F. Aprahamian: Rogg's technique is lauded for disclosing a constant flow and sense of organ color.

2. Musical Times:

   • Rogg’s technique is admired for its logical articulation and rhythmic consistency, making his performances educational for students and professional players alike.

3. The Diapason:

   • The review mentions that each new release brings increasing confidence and appreciation for Rogg’s logical and consistent approach to Bach.

4. The American Organist:

   • Rogg is praised for his mature and precise technique, bringing out varied musical insights that create the organ’s greatest masterworks.

5. Frank Cunkle:

   • Rogg's music-making is described as beautiful and important.

6. The New Records - EMI/HMV "Mozart’s Vocal & Orchestral Music":

   • Rogg's recordings are considered among the best in the complete series offered.

7. Le Figaro:

   • The reviewer expresses doubt that a more satisfying version of the Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor exists, praising the perfection attained by Rogg.

Overall, the reviews consistently highlight Lionel Rogg's technical mastery, interpretative skills, and his profound musicality, especially in the works of J.S. Bach.

The image shows a printed document containing press and record reviews for Lionel Rogg, a Swiss organist and harpsichordist. The document is divided into three columns.

Left Column: Press Reviews

1. London - "The Times":

   • Describes Rogg's performance as making an immediate impression with his clean, rhythmical playing in a Toccata by Muffat and Versets from Couperin's Messe des Couvents.
   • Highlights his contrapuntal strands with bright but not garish registration and a sense of style in matters of "period" time values.

2. Oxford - "The Daily Telegraph":

   • Praises Rogg for his clarity and controlled power in Bach's F minor Fantasia and Fugue.
   • Notes his technical prowess in managing difficult fugal sections and maintaining a steady tempo without mechanical regularity.

3. Montreal - "Star":

   • Describes Rogg's performance as extraordinary, comparing it to a performance from the previous night.
   • Highlights his ability to surpass expectations.

4. Montreal - "Gazette":

   • Reviews an all-Bach program, noting Rogg's urgency, spontaneity, and life in his delivery.
   • Describes his playing as that of a musical master.

5. Lausanne - "Gazette":

   • Calls Rogg a superb interpreter of Bach.

6. Montreux - "Journal":

   • Places Rogg among today's best organists.

Middle Column: Biography

• Lionel Rogg:
  • Born in Geneva, studied at the Conservatory in Geneva and with Pierre Segond and Pierre Kaelin.
  • Won First Prize in organ and piano in 1956 and 1957.
  • Professor of Organ at the Geneva Conservatory.
  • Extensive concert tours throughout Europe, North and South America, and Canada.
  • Participated in festivals and conducted workshops.
  • Recorded the complete organ works of J.S. Bach and other composers.
  • Received the "Grand Prix du Disque" in 1970.

Right Column: Record Reviews

1. The Gramophone:

   • Reviews the first two releases of Rogg's complete Bach series, noting his musical sense and organ color.

2. Musical Times:

   • Praises Rogg's technique and musical sense in his Bach recordings.

3. The Diapason:

   • Highlights Rogg's disciplined and logical articulation in his Bach playing.

4. The American Organist:

   • Describes Rogg as a musician of great sensitivity and an organist with a deep understanding of Bach's music.

5. The New Records:

   • Maintains that Rogg's series is the best such series ever offered.

6. Le Figaro:

   • Describes Rogg's Passacaglia as satisfying and nearly attaining perfection.

The document is printed by Lilian Murtagh Concert Management and includes contact information at the bottom.

The image shows a printed page featuring a detailed profile and reviews of the organist Lionel Rogg. The content is divided into three main columns with headings:

1. PRESS REVIEWS:

• Lists various positive reviews from publications in London, Oxford, Montreal, Lausanne, and Montreux.
• Reviews highlight Rogg's rhythmical playing, technical skill, clarity, power, spontaneity, stylistic correctness, and status as an interpreter of Bach.

2. CENTER COLUMN (title "Lionel Rogg" in turquoise letters):

• Provides a biography of Lionel Rogg, mentioning he was born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1936.
• Details his musical training at the Conservatory in Geneva, his awards in organ and piano, and his professorship at the Conservatory of Geneva.
• Notes his extensive concertizing starting in 1961, performing the complete organ works of J.S. Bach and his recitals across Europe and North America.
• Mentions participation in various festivals, workshops, and his recordings, including Bach works and other organ and harpsichord music.
• Lists the record labels he has worked with such as EMI, Angel, Oryx, Harmonia Mundi, Epic, and Ripieno.
• At the bottom is contact information for LILIAN MURTAGH CONCERT MANAGEMENT in Canaan, Connecticut.

3. RECORD REVIEWS:

• Reviews of the record "J.S. Bach: Complete Organ Works — Ripieno":
• "The Gramophone" praises Rogg's playing as superior Bach organ performance.
• "Musical Times" notes his disciplined technique and musical sense.
• "The Diapason" appreciates his consistent and logical Bach playing suitable for students and professionals.
• "The American Organist" highlights his mature musicianship and understanding.
• "The New Records" states it is the best complete Bach organ series available.
• "Le Figaro" gives high praise for specific Bach pieces performed by Rogg.

At the bottom, individual reviewers such as F. Aprahamian, Frank Cunkle, Rodney Hansen, and Bernard Gavoty are credited with their comments.

Overall, the page conveys a very favorable consensus on Lionel Rogg's skills as a Bach organist, both in live performances and recordings.

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The record review section includes critiques of classical music recordings, specifically J.S. Bach's Complete Organ Works performed by Lionel Rogg. The reviews comment on the technical prowess and interpretive skill of the organist, with reviews from sources including "THE GRAMOPHONE," "MUSICAL TIMES," "THE DIAPASON," "THE AMERICAN ORGANIST," and "NEW RECORDS."

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Press Reviews

London - "The Times"

• The review praises Lionel Rogg's rhythmic playing, noting his immediate impression with clean, rhythmic playing from Toccata by Muffat and Verses from Couperin's Messe des Paroisses. It highlights his delineating of contrapuntal strands with bright but not garish registration, showing a sense of style in matters of "period" time values as well as tempo.

Oxford - "The Daily Telegraph"

• This review commends Rogg's clarity and control, stating that everything here was perfectly clear and to scale. It acknowledges that while there was always controlled power, it was never mean or lacking. The review also notes Rogg's technical passages and his ability to step up excitement without imposing undue strain or falling into mechanical regularity.

Montreal - "Star"

• The review describes Rogg as an "extraordinary recitalist," suggesting that few could equal his performance that night and none could surpass it at its height.

Montreal - "Gazette"

• This review praises Rogg's all-Bach program as urgent with immediacy, spontaneity, and life. It highlights his fresh enthusiasm for the music and his skill as a discoverer expounding on a newfound favorite. The review commends his stylistic correctness and master taste.

Lausanne - "Gazette"

• The review describes Rogg as a superb interpreter of Bach.

Montreux - "Journal"

• The review states that Rogg places him among today's best organists, without doubt.

Record Reviews

J. S. Bach: Complete Organ Works — Ripieno

• The review expresses anticipation for the next installment of the complete Bach series, noting no greater pleasure than the prospect of receiving the next installment.

Musical Times

• This review highlights Rogg's technique, describing it as massive and disciplined by musical sense. It also notes a keen sense of color in his recorded Bach, suggesting that Rogg's recordings will gain many admirers.

The Diapason

• The review praises Rogg's increasing consistency in satisfying Bach within discipline, fine lyric sense, rhythm, and logical articulation. It suggests that his recordings could emulate with profit and could mature players, including several world-famous players.

The American Organist

• The review describes Rogg as a musician of great maturity and an organist with flawless technique. It highlights his understanding of the varied aspects of the many-faceted musical personality that created the organ's greatest masterworks. The review also commends his beautiful and more important music making.

The New Records

• The review states that the complete series is the best such series ever offered.

Le Figaro

• The review doubts that there exists a more satisfying version of the Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor, rarely attained perfection.

Additional Information

• The article also includes a brief biography of Lionel Rogg, noting his birth in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1936, his musical training at the Conservatory in Geneva, and his subsequent studies in Paris and with Nikita Magaloff. It mentions his First Prize in "with distinction" in organ and piano in 1956 and 1957, respectively. Rogg is noted as Professor of Organ at the Conservatory of Geneva and teaches counterpoint and fugue. He has conducted numerous recitals and workshops across Europe and the United States.

Conclusion

The image presents a comprehensive overview of Lionel Rogg's career and critical reception, highlighting his exceptional skills as an organist and his significant contributions to the field through both live performances and recordings.