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Isn’t it time CPE Bach moved into the big time? [DMD]

(Déjà Review) Definitely worth exploring [CH]

(Déjà Review) No need to delay, only extreme enjoyment awaits you [JP]

Outstandingly characterful Beethoven to begin a new series [NH]

A successful and informative introduction to this appealing composer’s work [NB]

The great conductor turns out to be an interesting composer [SB]

Ichmouratov’s concertos are finely orchestrated but lack originality [GT]

A compelling and entertaining survey of what was written and performed in London around 1740 [JV]

Romantic intensity piled high and wide [RB]

Deeply moving music – one of the most revelatory and frankly astonishing CDs I’ve encountered [EML]

Naxos has done English choral music proud in the last few years and this is another fine release [JQ]

An exciting unorthodox project, well realised and richly thought-provoking [GPu]

A fine programme, outstanding performances [JF]

So-so Stravinsky, nervous hyper-fast Schumann and masterly Tchaikovsky [RB]

A competent performance not good enough to make the case for a gaudy symphony [NB]

A rather disappointing inclusion in the Selby Abbey series [MSt]

A splendid memento of a magnificent production, despite too many cuts having been inflicted on the score [MP]

(Déjà Review) One of the most rewarding and enjoyable Mozart discs in recent years [DS]

(Déjà Review) Anyone who wants this particular coupling need not hesitate [GF]

Two world première Britten recordings remastered by Pristine make an enticing offering [PCG]

A conductor and orchestra in the shadows of time takes a step out and is not found wanting [RB]

Resplendent brass playing with Wagner’s Ring ruling lesser contemporary works [NB]

Youthful but remarkably distinguished Mozart concerto performances [NH]

A disappointing recording of one of the masterpieces of the romantic piano repertory [MSt]