May 2023
Haydn’s Piano Sonatas: Leach’s Captivating Interpretation on Stodart Square Piano
Composer: Joseph Haydn Works: Five Sonatas: D major, Hob.XVI/37; C# minor, Hob.XVI/36; F major, Hob.XVI/23; E minor,…
Fanfares and Hunting Music: A Brass Ensemble’s Distinctive Interpretation of Various Works
Composer: Various Works: 1. Messe Solenelle de Saint Hubert 2. Ceremonial de la Venerie 3. Les Sonneurs…
Kayser’s Organ Masterpieces: Jorgan Ellegard Frederiksen’s Inspiring Performances on DA CAPO
Composer: Leif Kayser Works: Kirkeruder (Church Panes) (1975), Hymne til hertug Knud (Hymn to Duke Knud) (1986),…
Debussy’s 12 Études: Uchida’s Captivating Exploration of Sonic Innovation
Composer: Debussy Works: 12 Études Mitsuko Uchida (piano) Recording: Philips 464 698-2 Duration: 47 minutes Date of…
Bach’s Cello Suites: Friesen’s Insightful Interpretation of Timeless Masterpieces
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach Works: Cello Suites BWV 1007, BWV 1008, BWV 1009 Performers: John Friesen, cello…
Duphly’s Harpsichord Works: Meyerson’s Artistry in Illuminating Baroque Gems
Composer: Jacques Duphly Works: Pieces de Clavecin – Chaconne (3ème livre), La Pothoüin. Rondeau (4ème livre), La…
Frost’s Organ Mastery: A Diverse Exploration of Baroque and Romantic Works
Composer: Various Works: Matthew Camidge: Concerto No. 2 in G minor; J.S. Bach: Prelude and Fugue in…
Puccini’s Aria Masterpieces: A Captivating Journey through Emotion with Renée Fleming
Composer: Giacomo Puccini (1858 – 1924) Works: Performers: Recording: DDD WARNER CLASSICS 0927-44282-2 [68.53] Label: Warner Classics…
Beethoven’s Piano Concertos: Moiseiwitsch’s Majestic Interpretation with BBC Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Works: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E flat, Op. 73, ‘Emperor’; Piano Concerto…
Gluck’s Iphigénie en Tauride: Susan Graham’s Captivating Portrayal in Salzburg’s Live Performance
Composer: Christoph Willibald Gluck Works: Iphigénie en Tauride Performers: Susan Graham (soprano: Iphigénie), Paul Groves (tenor: Pylade),…
Tubin’s Symphonies Nos. 6 & 10: Neeme Järvi’s Captivating Conducting with Estonian Orchestras
Review of Eduard Tubin: Symphonies Nos. 6 & 10 Performers: Estonian National Symphony Orchestra (Symphony No. 10),…
Bruckner’s Symphonies: Günter Wand’s Masterful Interpretation with North German Radio Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Anton Bruckner (1824-1896) Works: Symphony No. 5, Symphony No. 9 Performers: North German Radio Symphony Orchestra…
Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte: A Captivating Revival with Dermota and Seefreid
Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Works: Die Zauberflöte – Opera in two acts (1791) Performers: Anton Dermota (Tamino),…
Williams’ Cinematic Landscapes: Gil Shaham’s Captivating Performance with Boston Symphony Orchestra
John WILLIAMS (b. 1932) Works: Treesong (2000); Violin Concerto (1974–76, rev. 1998); Three Pieces from Schindler’s List…
Bach’s The Art of Fugue: Hesperion XX’s Innovative Interpretation by Jordi Savall
Review of Bach’s The Art of Fugue, BWV 1080 Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Performer: Hesperion XX,…
Debussy’s Ibéria and Turina’s Danzas: Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra’s Vibrant Journey Through Impressionism and Nationalism
Composer: Claude Debussy Works: Ibéria from “Images” for orchestra (1905-1908); Joaquín Turina: Danzas Fantàsticas Op. 22 (1920);…
Mussorgsky’s Orchestral Masterpieces: Koussevitzky’s Timeless Interpretations with Boston Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Modest Mussorgsky (orch. Maurice Ravel) Works: Pictures at an Exhibition, Rapsodie espagnole, Ma Mère l’Oye, Boléro…
Mozart’s Piano Concertos: Anderszewski’s Insightful Direction with Sinfonia Varsovia
Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Works: Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major, K467; Piano Concerto No. 24…
Bax’s Orchestral Masterpieces: Royal Scottish National Orchestra’s Evocative Journey through Nature and Mythology
Composer: Sir Arnold BAX (1883-1953) Works: Symphony No. 4; Overture to a Picaresque Comedy; Nympholept Performers: Royal…
Janowitz’s Arias and Lieder: A Captivating Journey with Berlin’s Iconic Orchestras
Composer: Gundula Janowitz Works: Arias by Weber & Wagner, Lieder by Schubert, Vier Letzte Lieder (Four Last…
Sibelius’ Vocal Works: Groop’s Expressive Interpretation with Derwinger’s Sensitive Accompaniment
Composer: Jean Sibelius Works: Songs Volume 2: Hymn to Thais, Five Christmas Songs, Eight Josephson Songs, Sangen…
Strauss’ Valses de Vienne: Mesplé’s Enchanting Performance with National Theatre of Opera Comique
Composer: Johann Strauss (1801-1849) & Son (1825-1899) Works: Valses de Vienne Performers: Mady Mesplé, Bernard Sinclair, Christiane…
Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier: Schwarzkopf’s Commanding Performance with Karajan’s Philharmonia
Composer: Richard Strauss Works: Der Rosenkavalier Performers: Elizabeth Schwarzkopf (Feldmarschallin), Otto Edelmann (Ochs), Christa Ludwig (Octavian), Eberhard…
Alwyn’s Film Music Volume 2: Bullock’s Captivating Performances with BBC Philharmonic
Composer: William Alwyn Works: Film Music Volume 2 [IL]: The Crimson Pirate, A Night to Remember (Main…