Beethoven

Forgotten but Restored: the art of a fluent, fleet but nervous Danish pianist and Nielsen specialist [JW]

RCA LPs restored, showing Elman schmoozing his way through Mozart and encore trinkets [JW]

(Déjà Review) Beautifully paced, flawlessly executed [KS]

(Déjà Review) A fresh viewpoint, though not everything convinces [CC]

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

One can only marvel at the commitment and vitality of these two live performances [SG]

(Déjà Review) Will irritate as many as it will thrill [TH]

A long overdue salute to an overlooked Auer student and a Canadian violinist of technical polish [JW]

(Déjà Review) Articulate and exciting performances by a past master of one art prepared for a present-day audience by a master of another [PSe]

A refreshing survey of the Beethoven symphonies from Zubin Mehta [GT]

A highly attractive pairing of two of the greatest string quartets, interpreted and played to perfection [RMo]

(Déjà Review) The stuff of legends, but what are legends made of? [CH]

Two lovely chamber scores for strings and winds [SV]

An imaginative coupling, performed with drive and a real insight into the fundamental nature of both works [TB]

Choral masterpieces of the 19th century, in stirring performances [RWe]

Beethoven doesn’t seem to be an ideal fit with this very fine ensemble [DJB]

Karajan in Lucerne in largely unreleased performances [JW]

(Déjà Review) A treasure snatched from last minute oblivion and a memorable memento of a great voice and personality [RB]

(Déjà Review) An invaluable addition in excellent sound, splendid documentation and full of concentrated wisdom [JW]

A fine recital of miniature masterpieces [DC]

Does this cycle justify its release – the answer is an enthusiastic if qualified yes [DMD]

Core repertory from Thomas Jensen in authoritative performances [JW]

A disc of distinguished Beethoven performances [JQ]

(Déjà Review) Excellent interpretations of these great works [KM]