Alessandrini; Rinaldo

J.S. Bach: Keyboard Concertos/Alessandrini

Jed Distler

This selection of Bach keyboard concertos may not constitute “Bach-lite”, but the performances bear no evidence of body fat. The Concerto Italiano constitutes 10 string

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J.S. Bach: Gamba sonatas/Pandolfo

David Vernier

Harmonia Mundi’s superb Bach Edition releases continue to remind us not only of the unsurpassed greatness of the world’s definitive musical genius, but also of

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Bach Violin Sonatas/Op 111

Jed Distler

Even in a field overcrowded with noteworthy editions of the Bach Sonatas for violin and harpsichord, these 1995 recordings maintain permanent status on my shelves.

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Kristin Lee’s Marvelous American Sketches

Jed Distler August 10, 2025

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Revelatory Janácek and Smetana Quartets from Takács

David Hurwitz August 10, 2025

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CD From Hell: Netopil Blows Janácek

David Hurwitz August 10, 2025

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