October 2024

Arrau in blistering form in this romantic repertoire [RCh]

Wonderful repertoire, and the performances could not be any better [JV]

A thoroughly enjoyable seasonal collection [WH]

Favourite carols in new guises and hidden gems, in an enjoyable account [JF]

Varied and contrasting Czech song cycles that resist the lure of the crepuscular [JW]

Rarely heard and recorded works, played with commitment and empathy [HC]

The most exciting vocal recital disc I’ve heard in a long while [JQ]

One of the freshest and most uplifting interpretations I have come across for a very long time [GF]

Authoritative premiere recordings of a semi-forgotten Jewish-Lithuanian-Swedish composer [JW]

Yet another classic opera recording given new lustre by Pristine’s remastering [RMo]

These pioneering and wonderfully executed performances are a valuable addition to Brendel’s discography (RCh)

This CD illustrates how well Holst’s music works for the brass band medium [KT]

The first recording of Britten’s complete balletic masterpiece in over 30 years [EJW]

Superb Prokofiev from Goodyear and Litton [MBu]

Each of the sonatas performed here is a treasure; Intarsio Armonico are outstanding players of this repertoire [JV]

(Déjà Review) Superbly cogent works performed with stunning intelligence, tonal blend, sectional discipline and conductorly flair [JW]

Two most interesting Russian symphonies in accomplished and committed performances [JQ]

Further excellent performances and transfers in this ongoing series [PSt]

A real mixed bag, maddeningly inconsistent with some quirky and mannered decisions [RMo]

A fine survey of Italian Renaissance lute music [JV]

Extolling the American spirit: Carpenter’s 1920s ballets brought to life [JW]

The epitome of violin playing, with interpretations thoughtful and profound [SG]

Beautifully performed and lovingly presented but not essential listening [NB]

(Déjà Review) Harry van der Kamp who directs and sings has done a wonderful job with these works [GH]