August 2026

A vivid, thrilling account of a warhorse symphony as the main course, enough to reinvigorate any jaded palate – followed by a piquant dessert [RMo]

Beautiful playing by one of the world’s finest tuba soloists [PRJ]

(Déjà Review) The performances and recording are top-notch [LW]

(Déjà Review) Sympathy, sensitivity, skill and enthusiasm in music that will gratify and surprise [JF][RB]

Some key Vasks works reappear in excellent versions [SB]

Smaller forces from Suzuki, but all the drive, passion and enthusiasm you could hope for [SGa]

A substantial and well-crafted recital. [DC]

(Déjà Review) For all fans of attractive, passionate Spanish music this is an ideal disc with which to impress friends [Byz]

An interesting compilation of Schubert Lieder, competently performed, but lacking expressive variety [DJa]

(Déjà Review) A wonderful collection which succeeds because of the excellence of the performances [MG]

An impressive recording debut [JV]

Schaller concludes his BRUCKNER2024 project with a magnificent, driven performance [RMo]

An excellent introduction to the chamber music of Stuart Greenbaum [PRJ]

A must for the fans of romantic piano [RCh]

The final disc of a wonderful cycle [CH]

Defying its sixty-six years the sound quality of Keilberth’s Fidelio is certainly remarkable for its age [MC]

Ticks all of the boxes [DC]

A fine achievement which is decidedly more than the sum of its parts [MP]

Midori makes a compelling case for Schumann’s neglected violin concerto [MC]

A Martinů symphony cycle for the ages [DJB]

(Déjà Review) Buy it for the curiosity of the “Brahms Nonet”; stay for the warmth and wit of Louise Farrenc [BR]

(Déjà Review) Further enhances Paul Lewis’s reputation as a leading Beethoven interpreter [JQ]

by Christopher Howell

by Alan George