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This first volume in the projected series of J.S. Bach’s First Cantata Year has got off to a most auspicious start [MC]

Some of Handel’s most beautiful arias in instrumental versions, performed with vitality, sensitivity and rhythmical precision [GF]

Played with sensitivity balanced by enthusiasm [JF]

Little known Migot given a chance to breathe again … a Fauré-like lambency and warmth [RB]

A valuable addition to the Popper discography and a chance to hear a Hubay rarity [RCh]

An exciting album of South American solo guitar music [SW]

Fine conducting and orchestral playing and an impressive Brünnhilde – but compromised by a poor Siegmund and a weak Wotan [RMo]

(Déjà Review) An excellently planned programme [NHo]

A scarcely known composer is permitted an eloquent and at times disconcerting calling-card [RB]

Grand, broad, live performances of Bruckner’s symphonies now collected in a box set [RMo]

A delightful collection of Hahn, Koechlin, and Tailleferre for two pianos [RMas]

A puzzling release in which clarity trumps nuance and warmth [JW]

Spectacular in every respect [SG]

A heroic performance of a remarkable piano concerto [JF]

A lovely recital with several rarely heard Tosti songs [GF]

(Déjà Review) Magnificent accounts to cherish [MC]

The performers deserve praise for bringing this unknown composer to our attention [JV]

Another winner from Naxos [ZT]

A stunner of a Mahler Eighth, one of the best since Solti’s classic account [RMo]

A so-so “classic” recording [RMas]

Provocative and substantial listening fare. No dearth of grace or awe [RB]

A compelling concerto is the standout from this splendidly performed and recorded monograph [RHa]

Richly evocative music that rewards repeated listening [RCh]

(Déjà Review) This is a truly awe-inspiring offering from Pires which acts as a reminder of what a truly unique and inspiring musician she is [CC]