Te Deum - Organ Works by Egil Hovland - Dahl, Anders Eidsten (organ)

TE DEUM - ORGAN WORKS BY EGIL HOVLAND

Norwegian organist Anders Eidsten Dahl presents a deeply moving tribute to one of Norway’s greatest composers with the album Te Deum – Organ Works by Egil Hovland. Egil Hovland (1924–2013) holds a special place in Norwegian music history as a composer who seamlessly blended tradition with innovation. His organ music reflects a rare combination of lyrical beauty, spiritual depth, and a fearless approach to musical expression. In this new recording, Anders Eidsten Dahl brings Hovland’s works to life with clarity, sensitivity, and powerful artistry.

The album features a selection of Hovland’s most significant organ compositions, including the vibrant and jubilant Te Deum, Op. 8 and several chorale-based works that reveal the composer’s gift for creating profound emotional resonance. Anders Eidsten Dahl interprets the music with a profound understanding of its liturgical roots and its modernist voice, allowing the emotional and sonic richness of Hovland’s writing to shine through.

Recorded on an instrument perfectly suited to the repertoire, the album captures both the grandeur and the intimate moments of Hovland’s music. Anders Eidsten Dahl’s interpretations offer listeners a unique opportunity to experience the depth, color, and spiritual power of this often-overlooked repertoire.

Speaking about the project, Anders Eidsten Dahl says, "Hovland’s music speaks directly to the soul. It carries a spiritual urgency that still resonates deeply today, and I am honoured to be able to share these remarkable works with a broader audience." Te Deum – Organ Works by Egil Hovland stands as an important contribution to the understanding and appreciation of Hovland’s legacy. This is an essential album for anyone interested in Nordic music, sacred repertoire, and the timeless, transcendent voice of the organ.