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"The first idea that I have wanted to express... is the existence of the truths of the Catholic Faith." With such an affirmation it is not surprising that Olivier Messiaen began his career in the organ loft. Having been appointed organist of L'Église de la Sainte Trinité in Paris in 1931, he remained there in weekly attendance, playing his own works and improvising at the Solemn Mass. This year's organ recitals take place, as usual, on Monday evenings in October at 7.30 pm and represent composers who inspired Messiaen.
The landmark Oratory organ was built by Walker and Sons to a specification by the late Ralph Downes, for many years Organist of this Church, who, amongst many other projects, designed the magnificent Harrison & Harrison instrument for The Royal Festival Hall. The Oratory organ was restored in 2004/5 thanks to a generous benefaction. The inaugural recital was given by Dame Gillian Weir. It is a truly great example of eclectic design achieved within the confines of a relatively small space. The organ is able both to support the Liturgy and do justice to the classic organ repertoire as the varied and interesting programmes this year will show.
It gives us particular pleasure to host this series in association with our friends and colleagues at the Southbank Centre as part of the Messiaen centenary festival From the Canyons to the Stars.
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Monthly reflection from the Provost, The Very Revd Ignatius Harrison, Cong. Orat.
The Revd Charles Dilke, Cong. Orat.
The liturgical calendar with links to the music for each Sunday and Solemnity
Regular Mass & Confession Times Times of the mass and other services at the Oratory on a daily basis
Information on the various activities which take place and key contacts Links to other sites
History, Founders of the Oratory and the Musical Tradition
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