AURORA BOREALIS

This compilation made exclusively of previously released material (rec. 1990-99) makes a perfect introduction to 20th century Finnish symphonic music. With a few exceptions, notably

Continue Reading

Rautavaara piano music

Although piano music occupies a side position in Rautavaara’s vast output, his works for this instrument throw an interesting light on his stylistic evolution. If

Continue Reading

Angel of Lahti

This collection, some of it new, some reissued, demonstrates yet again that there is no finer composer alive today than Finnish master Einojuhani Rautavaara. His

Continue Reading

BERNSTEIN & BRITTEN

This recording from one of North America’s premier professional choirs is a welcome addition to the choral catalog. From the thoughtful programming–worthy yet little-known pieces

Continue Reading

Cantus Arcticus

There is no better composer alive today than Finland’s Einojuhani Rautavaara, and this disc contains three exceptional works that together showcase the breadth and range

Continue Reading

Search Music Reviews

Search Sponsor

  • Insider Reviews only
  • Click here for Search Tips

Visit Our Merchandise Store

Visit Store
  • Benjamin Bernheim Rules as Met’s Hoffmann
    Benjamin Bernheim Rules as Met’s Hoffmann Metropolitan Opera House, Lincoln Center, NY; Oct 24, 2024 Offenbach’s Tales of Hoffmann is a nasty work. Despite its
  • RIP David Vernier, Editor-in-Chief
    David Vernier, ClassicsToday.com’s founding Editor-in-Chief passed away Thursday morning, August 1, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. The end came shockingly quickly. Just a
  • Finally, It’s SIR John
    He’d received many honors before, but it wasn’t until last week that John Rutter, best known for his choral compositions and arrangements, especially works related