December 2023

A landmark recording revealed in the stunning realism of a new transfer on SACD [JQ]

The soloists are in fine form in this collection of Liszt’s orchestral songs in engaging period performances [MC]

Sui generis: a disc that will change the way you hear Mendelssohn [ST]

A beautiful, approachable vocal symphony coupled with two concertante works [WH]

Wilson and Co triumph yet again [DMD]

The pianist misses no nuance of Tailleferre’s style [WK]

(Déjà Review) A refreshing Christmas disc, off the beaten track [GF]

(Déjà Review) Evocative and beautifully sung [CT]

An interesting concept, though how much this really adds to the performances, I am not sure [MBu]

Andrew Nethsingha’s farewell to St John’s – a beautiful disc and a culminating celebration [ST]

Klavierduo Neeb debuts in attractive disc of two-piano works, with an assist from percussion friends [JH]

A fascinating programme, four works in search of a theme [WH]

A mismatch between conductor and composition however well it is played [DMD]

Nearing the end of his Beethoven piano sonata cycle, James Brawn continues to impress [RC]

A model of good taste and creative programming [JV]

A stylish and committed performance that renews again one’s awe at the genius of Bach [JQ]

Le Consort deserves praise for bringing the music by the mysterious Mrs Philarmonica to our attention [JV]

A real Winner! [MP]

A must-have disc for all collectors of good song recitals [DC]

Late Szigeti: time to flog a dead horse [JW]

A brilliant idea, well executed [SB]

Gorgeous, autumnal music that shows that contemporary music doesn’t bite! [DMD]

(Déjà Review) The reappearance on CD of these performances is a cause for great celebration [JQ]

(Déjà Review) Though not quite ideal in the popular Fantasia, this version of Hodie brings to life a work which I had previously written off as one of RVW’s few failures [BW]