The organist and harpsichordist John Worgan (1724–90) was one of the most highly respected musicians in the London of his day: Handel admired his playing, and Burney described him as ‘very masterly and learned’. All that survives of his harpsichord music are a ‘New Concerto’, an independent Allegro non tanto and two collections, one of six Sonatas and the other of thirteen teaching pieces, but they encompass an eclectic variety of styles and a surprising range of emotions – proud, spirited, witty, impulsive, touching, vivacious – making Worgan sound something like an English Domenico Scarlatti.

“If you are a fan of 18th-century organ literature, do not hesitate to snap up this disc without delay; warmly recommended.” – James A. Altena, Fanfare (Worgan - Complete Organ Music, TOCC0332)

“It is of considerable importance to have this CD of the complete organ works of John Worgan played on this particular instrument. As noted above, Worgan was organist here for many years. So, it is a supremely important historical production.” – John France, MusicWeb International (Worgan - Complete Organ Music, TOCC0332)