July 2024
Haydn’s String Quartets Op. 64: The Lindsays’ Captivating Exploration of Classical Elegance
Composer: Joseph Haydn Works: String Quartets Op. 64, Nos. 1, 2, 3 Performers: The Lindsays: Peter Cropper,…
Bach’s Sacred Cantatas: Masaaki Suzuki’s Inspiring Direction with Bach Collegium Japan
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach Works: Cantata No. 40, “Darzu ist erschienen der Sohn Gottes”, BWV 40; Cantata…
Bruckner’s Ninth Symphony: Abbado’s Majestic Interpretation with the Vienna Philharmonic
Composer: Anton Bruckner Works: Symphony No. 9 in D Minor Performers: Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, Claudio Abbado (conductor)…
Mahler’s Fourth Symphony: Tilling and Zander’s Enchanting Interpretation with Philharmonia Orchestra
Composer: Gustav Mahler Works: Symphony No. 4 in G Major Performers: Camilla Tilling (Soprano), Philharmonia Orchestra/Benjamin Zander…
Arnold’s Eclectic Works: A Celebration of Interpretation by the Black Dyke Band
Composer: Sir Malcolm Arnold Works: A Grand, Grand Overture, Opus 57; Carnival of Animals, Opus 72; Concerto…
Mahler’s Symphony No. 5: Tennstedt’s Emotional Journey with London Philharmonic Orchestra
Composer: Gustav Mahler Works: Symphony No. 5, Das Lied von der Erde Performers: London Philharmonic Orchestra, Klaus…
Smetana’s Má Vlast: The Czech Philharmonic’s Evocative Journey Under Karel Ančerl
Composer: Bedřich Smetana Works: Má Vlast (My Country); Vyšehrad; Vltava (The Moldau); Šárka; Z českých luhů a…
Vaughan Williams’ Vocal Masterpieces: Rolfe Johnson’s Intimate Interpretations with Willison’s Sensitive Accompaniment
Composer: Ralph Vaughan Williams Works: The House of Life, Songs of Travel, The Land of Lost Content,…
Lehár’s Melodic Tapestry: A Mesmerizing Evening of Song with the Ensemble’s Passionate Performances
Composer: Franz Lehár, Oscar Strauss, Arnold Schoenberg, Johannes Brahms, Gustav Mahler, Hugo Wolf, Richard Strauss, Peter Cornelius,…
Rachmaninov’s Masterworks: Grimaud’s Captivating Collaboration with Philharmonia Orchestra
Composer: Sergei Rachmaninov Works: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18; Prelude in G sharp…
Sibelius’s Violin Concerto: Kagan’s Mastery with Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra and Vienna Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Jean Sibelius Works: Violin Concerto; Alban Berg: Violin Concerto Performers: Oleg Kagan (violin), Finnish Radio Symphony…
Bridge’s Cello and Piano Works: Birkeland and Anvik’s Thoughtful Exploration of Elegance and Emotion
Composer: Bridge, Britten Works: Frank Bridge: Sonata for Cello and Piano (1913-17), Meditation (c. 1912), Spring Song…
Bériot’s Violin Concertos: Nishizaki’s Masterful Interpretation with RTBF Orchestra
Composer: Charles-Auguste de Bériot Works: Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 16; Concerto No. 8 in…
Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony: Günther Herbig’s Dynamic Interpretation with Berliner Sinfonie-Orchester
Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Works: Symphony No. 3 in E flat major, Op. 55 “Eroica” Performers: Berliner…
Domashenko’s Vocal Masterpieces: A Captivating Journey through Opera and Song
Composer: Domashenko Works: Francesco CILEA: Adriana Lecouvreur: Acerba voluttà; Camille SAINT-SAËNS: Samson et Dalila: Mon coeur s’ouvre…
Villa-Lobos’ Modinhas e Canções: A Nuanced Interpretation of Latin American Melodies
Composer: Heitor Villa-Lobos, Carlos Guastavino, Modesta Bor, Andres Sas, Ernesto Lecuona, Lucas Estrada, Antonio Maria Valencia, Alberto…
Romberg’s and Stolz’s Operettas: A Timeless Fusion of Romance and Theatre
Composer: Sigmund Romberg, Robert Stolz Works: The Desert Song, The New Moon, The Blue Train Performers: Sidney…
Mozart’s Piano Sonatas: Brendel’s Insightful Journey through Timeless Works
Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Works: Piano Sonatas in F, K. 332; in B flat, K. 333; in…
Allegri’s Sacred Masterpieces: Esswood and Bowman’s Ethereal Interpretation with English Consort of Viols
Composer: Gregorio Allegri Works: Miserere Mei, Let my complaint, If you love me, Delight is dead, O…
Copland’s American Landscape: LSO’s Engaging Journey Through Iconic Works
Composer: Aaron Copland Works: Fanfare for the Common Man, Rodeo, Billy The Kid, El Salon Mexico, Danzon…
Weyse’s Sovedrikken: Bellincampi’s Captivating Direction with The Danish Radio Sinfonietta
Recording Review Composer: Christoph Ernst Friedrich Weyse (1774-1842) Works: Sovedrikken (The Sleeping Draught) Performers: Guido Paevatalu, Eva…
Butler’s Eclectic Compositions: Lontano’s Vibrant Interpretation at St Silas Church
Composer: Martin Butler Works: Tin-Pan Ballet (1986), Bluegrass Variations (1987), Jazz Machines (1990), On the Rocks (1992),…
Rarities of Romantic Piano: A Captivating Journey through Liszt, Medtner, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Masterpieces
Composer: Rarities Works: 1. Franz Liszt – Ferruccio Busoni: Fantasia and Fugue on the Chorale “Ad nos,…
Rossini’s Sonatas for Wind Quartet: Thompson’s Ensemble Brings Fresh Life to Classical Charm
Composer: Gioachino Rossini Works: Sonatas for Wind Quartet (Quartet No. 1 in F major, Quartet No. 2…