February 2023
Mussorgsky’s Boris Godunov: Chaliapin’s Commanding Presence with Covent Garden’s Masterful Ensemble
Composer: Modest Mussorgsky Works: Boris Godunov, Completed and orchestrated by Rimsky-Korsakov Performers: Boris Feodor Chaliapin (bass), Tchelkalov…
Bliss’s Choral Masterpieces: Michael Kibblewhite’s Inspiring Direction with London Philharmonic
Composer: Sir Arthur Bliss Works: Morning Heroes, Investiture Antiphonal Fanfare, Prayer of St Francis of Assisi Performers:…
Max d’Ollone’s Chamber Masterpieces: Quatuor Athenaeum’s Engaging Exploration of Piano Quartet, String Quartet, and Piano Trio
Composer: Max d’Ollone Works: Piano Quartet (1949), String Quartet (1898), Piano Trio (1920) Performers: Patrice d’Ollone (piano),…
Edward German’s Orchestral Legacy: RTÉ Concert Orchestra’s Compelling Revival of Neglected Masterpieces
Composer: Edward German Works: Richard III Overture (1889), Theme and Six Diversions (1919), The Seasons (1899) Performers:…
Brahms’ Symphonies: Mengelberg’s Masterful Interpretations with Concertgebouw Orchestra
Composer: Johannes Brahms Works: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73; Symphony No. 4 in E…
Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto: Schnabel’s Commanding Interpretation with London Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Works: Piano Concerto no. 5 in E flat, op. 73 – “Emperor”; Cello…