Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 and Strauss’s Don Juan: London Philharmonic’s Captivating Performances under Delogu and Rickenbacher
Composer: Gustav Mahler Works: Symphony No. 1 in D major; Richard Strauss – Don Juan, Op. 20…
Beethoven’s Symphonies: Toscanini’s Dynamic Legacy with Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra of New York
Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Works: Symphony No. 5, Symphony No. 7 Performers: Philharmonic-Symphony Orchestra of New York,…
Puccini’s Tosca: Frazzoni’s Captivating Portrayal in Historic Turin Recording
Composer: Giacomo Puccini Works: Tosca Performers: Gigliola Frazzoni (Tosca), Ferruccio Tagliavini (Cavaradossi), Gian Giacomo Guelfi (Scarpia), Antonio…
Fayrfax’s Sacred Masterpieces: The Cardinall’s Musick’s Enriching Performances
Composer: Robert Fayrfax (1464-1521) Works: Missa O quam glorifica, Missa Tecum principum, Missa Albanus, Missa O bone…
Bach’s Sacred Cantatas: Masaaki Suzuki’s Inspiring Direction with Bach Collegium Japan
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach Works: Cantatas: “Bringet dem Herrn Ehre seines Namens,” BWV 148; “Ich elender Mensch,…
Hoyland’s In Transit and Vixen: BBC Symphony Orchestra’s Captivating Performance under Martyn Brabbins
Composer: Vic Hoyland Works: In Transit (1987), Vixen (1996) Performers: BBC Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins (conductor) Recording:…
Hegner’s Chamber Works: Knudsen and Munk’s Evocative Interpretation of Danish Melodies
Composer: Ludwig Hegner, Franz Neruda, Louis Glass Works: Legende Op.5 (Ludwig Hegner), Nocturne Op.6 (Ludwig Hegner), Trois…
Smetana’s Piano Trio and Dvořák’s Dumky: Smetana Trio’s Captivating Blend of Czech Passion
Composer: Bedrich Smetana Works: Piano Trio in G minor; Antonin Dvořák, Piano Trio in E minor, Op….
Bach’s Organ Masterpieces: Robert Clark’s Insightful Interpretation of Timeless Works
Composer: J. S. Bach (1685-1750), S. Scheidt (1587-1654), J. C. Kittel (1732-1809), R. Schumann (1810-1856), F. B….
Tomkins’ Keyboard Works: Cerasi’s Elegant Exploration of English Renaissance Music
Composer: Thomas Tomkins Works: Barafostus’ Dream; Pavan of Three Parts; Galliard of Three Parts; Miserere; A Sad…
Haydn’s Piano Sonatas: Etienne Rappe’s Insightful Journey Through the Composer’s Emotional Landscape
Composer: Joseph Haydn Works: Sonata in C minor, Hob.XVI/20; Sonata in F major, Hob.XVI/23; Sonata in A…
David Bedford’s Choral and Brass Works: London Philharmonic’s Dynamic Collaboration with Steuart Bedford
Composer: David Bedford Works: Star Clusters, Nebulae and Places in Devon, The Song of the White Horse…
Gossec’s Four Symphonies: Orchestre de Bretagne’s Captivating Revival Under Sanderling’s Direction
Composer: François-Joseph Gossec Works: Four Symphonies Performers: Orchestre de Bretagne, Stefan Sanderling (conductor) Recording: Recorded Rehearsal Hall,…
Matthews’ In the Dark Time and Chaconne: BBC Symphony Orchestra’s Captivating Exploration Under Jac van Steen
Composer: DAVID MATTHEWS (born 1943) Works: In the Dark Time, Op.38 (1984/5); Chaconne, Op.43 (1986/7) Performers: BBC…
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…
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),…