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The small pieces for multiple pianists added as encores–the tiny Sonata for Piano Four-Hands, Élégie for Two Pianos, and L’Embarquement pour Cythère–add to this disc’s
First some housekeeping. This version of the suite from The Cunning LIttle Vixen is allegedly the “final” edition prepared by Charles Mackerras, consisting largely of
Edward Gardner’s view of William Walton’s First Symphony is exciting enough, but different enough, so that we can spare ourselves the usual “it’s not Previn
There’s a lot to love here. The coupling is an interesting one, particularly with the inclusion of the neglected but wonderful Four Orchestral Pieces. They
Hearing this disc, you get a clear sense that neither conductor nor orchestra knows this music very well. The playing is never less than professional,
These are outstanding performances, as good or better than the composer’s own. Edward Gardner tears into the Four Sea Interludes with uninhibited excitement. It’s great
As one can gather from some of the titles of the operas represented in this collection, this CD is part of Chandos’ ongoing “Opera in
The repertoire on Caprice may border on “pops”, yet it provides a wide-ranging showcase for British trumpeter Alison Balsom’s extraordinary instrumental prowess. Listen to her
