Alpha Classics

The concept of this programme lacks consistency and the performances are uneven [JV]

Georg Nigl is a magnificent storyteller – do not miss this well-filled disc [GF]

(Déjà Review) If the rest of this series is of this standard, it will be a compulsory acquisition for all lovers of this composer [GA]

A fine survey of the Lachrimae with rather more verve and better balance than other options [RMo]

Two firecracker performers strike a storm of sparks off one another [DMD]

Recommended for a most enjoyable experience [SG]

A new vocal standard for La Voix humaine, but no translation of the text [RWe]

An excellent recital by a distinguished soprano [RWe]

A new team offers a distinctive account of an old favourite [RMay]

Intelligently programmed and well played key works of the Second Viennese School [NB]

A fine, sensitive account but one which underplays some of the key points of tension [RMo]

Rousing, exquisitely articulated performances of Haydn symphonies [DF]

A vivid rollercoaster approach, the listener smarting on the front row stalls [MG]

A very good new Tito which marks a new chapter in the development of Nicky Spence as the title character [ST]

A superb Stravinsky collection [WH]

Another winner in this series of Sibelius symphonies, suites and tone poems [RMo]

The original version of Zoroastre, substantially different from the usually performed revision, superbly presented here [RWe]

Fine performances of four major 20th century cello sonatas [LW]