Mass of the Last Supper

16 APRIL 2023

Cathedral Welcomes Organist from Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris

“It was such a delight to once again host Johann Vexo at St Mary’s Cathedral. Johann is an organist at Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris, and titular organist at Nancy Cathedral, France. This was Johann’s return visit to St Mary’s; he first came and performed here in 2019” said Jacinta Jakovcevic, Director of Music, St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth

“In the absence of Notre-Dame Cathedral cantor Damien Rivière who was unable to travel to Australia on this occasion, Johann was enthusiastic about working with our Vocal Ensemble who performed alongside him in the recital - it was a real coup for them to work with an international artist.

The repertoire included organ and vocal works of Bach and masters of the French symphonic organ school (Vierne, Durufle): a style in which Johann excels and which our grand organ responds to particularly well.

Johann also gave a masterclass to our Cathedral’s young organ scholars during his stay here.

It was heartening to see this event so well-received by an enthusiastic audience of just over 100 - and the artistic interaction was a true highlight of this short, but overall wonderful event.” Jacinta said.

4 MAY 2023