Thomas Fasano
Bach’s Complete Cantatas: Stokes’ Thoughtful Translation and Neary’s Insightful Introduction
Composer: J. S. Bach Works: The Complete Cantatas Performers: Richard Stokes (Translator), Martin Neary (Introduction) Recording: published…
Elgar’s Orchestral Masterpieces: Sir Andrew Davis’s Insightful Direction with BBC Symphony Orchestra
Composer: Edward Elgar Works: Cockaigne Overture, Op. 40; Introduction and Allegro, Op. 47; Enigma Variations, Op. 36…
Hahn’s Orchestral Treasures: Clavier and Pondepeyre’s Captivating Performances with Philharmonie de Lorraine
Composer: Reynaldo Hahn Works: Violin Concerto, Piano Concerto, Suite Hongroise Performers: Denis Clavier (violin), Angéline Pondepeyre (piano),…
Lazzari’s Piano Trio and Sonata: Trio de France’s Revelatory Exploration of Forgotten Masterpieces
Composer: Sylvio Lazzari (1857 – 1944) Works: Piano Trio op. 13 in G minor, Sonata for violin…
Messiaen’s Livre du Saint-Sacrament: Page’s Spiritual Journey through Organ Soundscapes
Composer: Olivier Messiaen Works: Livre du Saint-Sacrament (1984) Performers: Anne Page, organ Recording: Recorded in Norwich Cathedral,…
Verdi’s Aida: Caballé and Domingo’s Timeless Performance in Historic Recording
Composer: Giuseppe Verdi Works: Aida – Opera in four acts Performers: Montserrat Caballé (soprano), Plácido Domingo (tenor),…
Larsson’s Saxophone Works: Kelly’s Captivating Performance with Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra
Composer: Lars-Erik Larsson Works: Konsert för Saxofon och Stråkorkester (1934), Ballade pour Saxophone et Orchestre (1938), Concertino…
Osterc’s Orchestral Works: Slovenian Radio and TV Symphony Orchestra’s Engaging Revival
Composer: Slavko Osterc Works: Classical Overture, Suite (1929), Three Dances, Symphonic Movement, Four Symphonic Pieces Performers: Slovenian…
Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 14: Wigglesworth’s Thoughtful Direction with BBC National Orchestra of Wales
Composer: Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) Work: Symphony No. 14, Op. 135 (1969) Performers: Joan Rodgers, soprano; John Tomlinson,…
Bonnal’s String Quartets: Quatuor Debussy’s Compelling Exploration of French Modernism
Composer: Joseph-Ermend Bonnal Works: String Quartet No. 1 (1919), String Quartet No. 2 (1938) Performers: Quatuor Debussy…
Orgues Romantiques: Lecaudey’s Masterful Exploration of French Organ Treasures
Composer: ORGUE Works: Suite Gothique op 25 (Boëllmann), Adagio (op 28 no 4), Berceuse (op 31 no…
Sullivan’s The Martyr of Antioch: Balcombe’s Dynamic Interpretation with Northern Chamber Orchestra
Composer: Sir Arthur SULLIVAN Works: The Martyr of Antioch Performers: Catherine Foster (soprano: Margharita), Gillian Knight (contralto),…