Bax

Dynamic, dramatic, speedy but unexpectedly noble Albert Coates in action [JW]

A Planets that just about justifies itself thanks to Pappano’s colourful theatricality [ST]

Déjà Review: A winner on all counts [RB]

A terrific disc [JQ]

(Déjà Review) The Bax premiere is a revelation [RB]

A valuable anthology of songs including première recordings, undermined by too resonant sound [PCG]

A well-planned and exceptionally generous recital compromised by a very flawed recording and less than convincing performance choices [NB]

The symphony is essential Bax in performance and recording terms [RB]

(Déjà Review) Another hard-to-resist entrant for the Beecham collector [JW]

Passionate music performed with great skill and wisdom [NB]

My go-to version for these remarkable compositions [JF]

by Richard R Adams

Richness of musical colour and tone, virtuosic playing and a well-chosen programme make this a delightful CD [KT]

Two fine artists in a fascinating and wide-ranging programme [WH]

(Déjà Review) A classic and generous collection of rare English chamber music [RB]

An essential acquisition for all Baxians [RB]

(Déjà Review) You must hear this! One of 2001’s top ten classical discs. Roll on the Naxos/Maggini Third Quartet – a work of symphonic impact and scale [RB]

A thrilling, evocative reading of Bax’s finest symphonic accomplishment [IL]

This well-chosen programme is more interesting and varied than many similar showcase discs [NB]

Another enjoyable portrait of this enduring festival which still piles on the surprises and delights [RCh]

Well-chosen, interesting repertoire, and many discoveries [JF]

(Déjà Review) De rigueur addition for all Baxians and an antidote to the sleepy sloppy school of Baxian interpretation [RB]

A diverse and interesting programme beautifully played and recorded [NB]

A coterie of British composers and the flute [JW]