Bach JS

Fachiri, Tovey and Soldat: historic recordings freighted with significance [JW]

Humble pie time for a reviewer [JW]

Another transfer of the 1938 Serenade to Music and miscellaneous songs from the 16 singers [JW]

(Déjà Review) A significant series, a laudable one, and there’s no lessening in perception in this final volume [JW]

A disc that will have pride of place on my shelf and one that is sure to get repeated listening [KS]

A near-complete 1930s Brandenburg Concerto cycle from Berlin and interesting additions [JW]

This important historical document must be judged on its own terms [JF]

Melodically rich and well-crafted works, splendidly performed [SG]

Rich and vital performances in excellent sound [DC]

Another outstanding recital from Levit, with a superb version of the big Busoni work [SB]

(Déjà Review) Slotchiver is an ardent disciple of Busoni and her playing is authoritative [CSS]

A fascinating Lieder recital [JQ]

Be sure this makes it under your next Christmas tree [MP]

A poetic, refined, beautifully played account from a remarkable young Finnish pianist [RMo]

Bach, beautifully embroidered [PJ]

Crossover, yes, but don’t let that deter you from some very enjoyable music [DJB]

Freshness, new life, vitality and a wealth of new insights are bought to this oft-recorded work [SG]

Superb performances, great sound quality, brilliant documentation and rewarding programming [JF]

Well-crafted transcriptions hampered by a performing style that is too often heavy and ponderous [NB]

A wonderfully entertaining programme with some real treats [RCh}

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

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

An excellent disc of baroque chamber music, even if in one or two cases the link to the craze for Corelli is a little tenuous [GPu]

More than just a souvenir of a fine recital [DC]