César Franck: The Rosary

César Franck (1822-1890) wrote twelve major works for the organ. He is regarded as the most important composer for the organ after Bach and the greatest composer for the French symphonic organ. The serene anxiety and ethereal beauty of the compositions of the 'Fra Angelico of the organ' make them a touching accompaniment to meditations on the Rosary. Gerard Carter's free arrangement for organ of some of César Franck's most sublime music makes it available in a practical and convenient form for the Rosary and for other liturgical, devotional and musical purposes.