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There have been several collections released recently containing Grieg’s complete music for string orchestra. Aside from the Holberg Suite, which is beautifully performed here by
There are many things to admire in this new Clemenza, but it does not push either the Hogwood or Gardiner out of their tie for
Needless to say, if it’s Magic Flute in English you’re looking for, this will be your recording of choice. But even if it’s just another
This new entrant in DG’s “The Originals Series” repackages new transfers of late-1960s versions of major works by Purcell with mixed results. The gem of
In his equally laudatory review of this fantastic new release, my colleague Christophe Huss salutes Supraphon for managing to remain true to its dedication to
The late Raymond Lewenthal was a founding father of the Romantic Revival in the 1960s. He dusted the cobwebs off long-neglected chestnuts by 19th century
Charles Mackerras leads a swift and urgent reading of the Requiem, predictably fine in the orchestral department and well sung by the chorus. The soloists
This oddly chosen program is worth having for Tasmin Little’s excellent account of the Violin Concerto under Mackerras, and for Kars’ appealing solo work in
The performances gathered into this budget-priced box are all very well known, but almost all of them would grace any Elgar collection. The exceptions are
If you see this set of Shostakovich Piano Concertos in your local store (or favorite on-line site), don’t be put off by the label. This
