The greatest French organist of his day, Widor (1844–1937) composed 10 organ "symphonies" — actually solo compositions usually consisting of 6 or 7 short movements, that treat the organ as a
kind of self-contained orchestra. Series II includes Symphonies 6–8, Symphonie "Gothique" and Symphonie "Romane." Frequently performed today. Glossary of French terms.