For plaster-cracking, window-rattling, shake-the-fleas-off-the-dog ORGAN music, I cannot think of anything better than Max Reger's 'Introduction, Passacaglia, and Fugue' - perfect for subwoofer-testing and a great example of early 20th century organ music. Widor's Symphony 5 and Symphony 8 are also wonderful examples.
For combined organ/orchestra works, I second the Holst Planets suggestion (good brass, especially in 'Saturn'). My favorite version is the late '60s London/Decca recording of Zubin Mehta with the L.A. (one issue is a 2-desk set which also includes Also Sprach Zarathustra). Copland's 'Organ Symphony' is also a wonderful piece of music though I have not heard it enough to recommend a specific recording. Perhaps other 'goners could advise?
For combined organ/orchestra works, I second the Holst Planets suggestion (good brass, especially in 'Saturn'). My favorite version is the late '60s London/Decca recording of Zubin Mehta with the L.A. (one issue is a 2-desk set which also includes Also Sprach Zarathustra). Copland's 'Organ Symphony' is also a wonderful piece of music though I have not heard it enough to recommend a specific recording. Perhaps other 'goners could advise?