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While a recital by Damin Spritzer always includes staples of the organ repertory, it is the not-often-heard works on her charming programs that raise refreshing curiosity. Organists’ Review described Damin’s performances as “spellbinding…and fascinating…on so many levels.” She has brought to renewed life to the works of René Louis Becker and Pierre Cunc (France), Harvey Grace and Alec Rowley (Britain), and Mary Howe (United States), among other lesser-known organ composers. Her seven CDs represent her deep commitment to the art of registration and use of color, scholarship, research, and the promotion of historic instruments. All received international acclaim. And without a single spotlight, she lights up the stage and captures the audience the second the stage doors open. Dr. Spritzer is Area Chair and Associate Professor of Organ at the University of Oklahoma.
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From the Critics
“With Spritzer’s research into this music and her consummate performance abilities, one hopes to hear more of this music on further recordings and in concert performances.”
-The Diapason
“…elegantly assured.”
–Dallas Morning News
About Her Recordings
“This second installment in Damin Spritzer’s enterprising rehabilitation of the prolific but largely-unknown [Becker] comes an attention-sapping three years after the first volume. Happily, it’s been worth the wait.”
–Choir & Organ
“The playing is expressive and musical, and she has a fine ear for color – something many organists would do well to emulate…decidedly enjoyable – a recording I’ll return to when in a bad mood.”
–American Record Guide
“Spritzer is to be commended for her commitment and dedication to this music. She gives spirited and vigorous performances on the magnificent 1880 Cavaillé-Coll organ in Orléans, France….the recorded sound is outstanding.”
–American Record Guide
“Spritzer’s performance of seven works of Becker is stylish and assured…She uses the full resources of the Pithiviers organ with complete élan.”
-The Tracker
Organ Music of René Louis Becker, Raven #OAR-925
Vol. 2, Organ Music of René Louis Becker, Raven #OAR-949
Rhapsodies & Elegies: English Romantic Organ Music, Raven #OAR-156
Vol. 3, Organ Music of René Louis Becker, Raven #OAR-999
Fantasia: Music for Trombone & Organ, Raven #OAR-994