“Simon Leach’s CD “Embrace of Fire” at the organ of the Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, Manchester is a must! It includes top class interpretations of a contrasted program of my works. Very poetical all the way through, with colourful registrations, in perfect balance with the excellent and expressive playing of great artists such as Benedict Holland, violin and John Turner, recorder. The plainsong introductions by tenor Ranald McCusker add a very prayerful flavor to the recording. I’m so proud of this CD and feel privileged to discover in it a grand premiere recording of my Toccata on the Introït for the Feast of the Epiphany.” – Naji Hakim
‘Embrace of Fire’ will officially be released on September 21, but is now available for pre-order.
Performed by Simon Leach, Benedict Holland, John Turner, and Ranald McCusker.