August 2022
Berg’s Gurrelieder: Rattle’s Captivating Interpretation with Berlin Philharmonic’s Stellar Ensemble
Composer: Alban Berg Works: Gurrelieder Performers: Karita Mattila (soprano), Thomas Moser (tenor), Philip Langridge (tenor), Thomas Quasthoff…
Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis and Symphony No. 4: New Philharmonia Orchestra’s Majestic Performance Captured Live
Composer: Ludwig Van Beethoven Works: Missa Solemnis (Mass in D) op. 123; Symphony No. 4 in C…
Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier: Dantone’s Masterful Harpsichord Interpretation from Ravenna
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach Works: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I BWV 846-869; Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II BWV 870-893…
Debussy’s Pelléas et Mélisande: Karajan’s Captivating Interpretation with Berlin Philharmonic’s Stellar Cast
Composer: Claude Debussy Works: Pelléas et Mélisande Performers: Richard Stilwell (Pelléas), Frederica von Stade (Mélisande), José van…
Brahms’ Clarinet Sonatas: Wright and Serkin’s Masterful Interpretation of Timeless Melodies
Composer: Johannes Brahms Works: Clarinet Sonatas: No. 1 in F minor, op. 120/1, No. 2 in E…
Robert Simpson’s String Quartets: A Compelling Introduction to Emotional and Structural Complexity
Composer: Robert Simpson Works: String Quartets Nos. 1-15 Performers: [Details not provided] Recording: Dunelm Records DRD 0110…
Bartók’s Orchestral Masterpieces: Israeli Philharmonic’s Dynamic Interpretations of Timeless Works
Composer: Béla Bartók Works: Concerto for Orchestra (1943), Taras Bulba (1918), Concerto for Orchestra (1939) Performers: Israel…
Bach’s Art of Fugue: CBC Toronto Chamber Orchestra’s Insightful Interpretation with Kenneth Gilbert
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach Works: The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080 Performers: CBC Toronto Chamber Orchestra; Kenneth…
Golovanov’s Orchestral Legacy: The Moscow Radio Symphony’s Captivating Live Recordings from 1948-1953
Composer: Nikolai Golovanov Works: Liszt: Orpheus, Héroïde Funèbre, Mazeppa, Festklänge, Prometheus; Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture; Glazunov: Symphony No….
Turnage’s Memorial Works: Robertson’s Evocative Performance with The Nash Ensemble
Composer: Mark-Anthony Turnage Works: Two Memorials, An Invention on “Solitude”, Sleep On, Cortège for Chris, Two Elegies…
Mozart’s Wind Serenades: The Chamber Orchestra of Europe’s Enchanting Performance Under Henk de Graaf’s Leadership
Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Works: Serenades and Divertimenti for Wind Instruments, including Divertimenti KV 439b Nos 1-6,…
Riley’s Minimalist Masteries: Kronos Quartet’s Insightful Performance of Requiem for Adam and The Philosopher ’ s Hand
Composer: Terry Riley Works: Requiem for Adam (1998), The Philosopher’s Hand (2000) Performers: Kronos Quartet, Terry Riley…
Franck’s Great Organ Works: Lecaudey’s Spiritual Journey through Late Romantic Mastery
Composer: César Franck Works: The Great Organ Works: Six Pieces, Three Pieces, Three Chorals Performers: Jean-Pierre Lecaudey…
Walton’s Orchestral Masterpieces: Previn’s Dynamic Direction with the London Symphony Orchestra
Composer: William Walton Works: Symphony No. 1 (1935), Violin Concerto (1939), Cello Concerto (1957), Viola Concerto (1929),…
Bruckner’s Complete Symphonies: Royal Scottish National Orchestra’s Captivating Journey Through the Masterpieces
Composer: Anton Bruckner (1824-1896) Works: Complete Symphonies (Including Symphony No. 1, Symphony No. 2 1872 version, Symphony…
Beethoven’s Fidelio Highlights: Seiffert and Margiono’s Compelling Portrayal of Hope and Redemption
Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Works: Fidelio (highlights) Performers: Florestan – Peter Seiffert (tenor), Leonore – Charlotte Margiono…
Saint-Saëns’ Masterworks: Tacchino’s Captivating Interpretations with Notable Orchestras
Composer: Camille Saint-Saëns Works: The Complete 5 Piano Concertos, Symphony No. 3 in C minor Op. 78…
Ravel’s Concertos: Achúcarro’s Distinctive Interpretation with Euskadi Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Maurice Ravel Works: Piano Concerto in G major, Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, Alborada del…
Braga Santos’ Symphonic Legacy: Hungarian State Symphony Orchestra’s Captivating Interpretation of Early Works
Composer: Joly Braga Santos Works: Symphony No. 1 (1947), Symphonic Overture No. 3 (1954?) Performers: Hungarian State…
Respighi’s Roman Masterpieces: Oregon Symphony Orchestra’s Evocative Journey Under DePreist’s Baton
Composer: Ottorino Respighi Works: The Fountains of Rome, The Pines of Rome, Roman Festivals Performers: Oregon Symphony…
Schubert’s Piano Sonatas: Jando’s Insightful Interpretation of D.845 and D.568
Composer: Franz Schubert Works: Piano Sonata in A minor, D.845; Piano Sonata in E flat major, D.568…
Gershwin’s Iconic Works: New Zealand Symphony’s Captivating Interpretation under Judd’s Direction
Composer: George Gershwin Works: Gershwin in Hollywood (arranged by Robert Russell Bennett), An American in Paris, Cuban…
Grisey’s Quatre chants pour franchir le seuil: Dubosc’s Ethereal Delivery with Klangforum Wien
Composer: Gérard Grisey Works: Quatre chants pour franchir le seuil Performers: Catherine Dubosc (soprano), Klangforum Wien Recording:…
Falla’s Spanish Masterpieces: De los Angeles’ Enchanting Vocals with Orquesta Nacional de España and Philharmonia Orchestra
Composer: Manuel de Falla (1876-1946) Works: La vida breve, Seven Popular Spanish Songs, The Three Cornered Hat,…