Bliss

Mid and late period Bliss contrasts an underappreciated ballet with a curious orchestral work [JW]

An important and excellent release [JQ]

The first recording of the Bliss concerto in thirty years is a stunning account [PH]

An indispensable collection for admirers of the music of Sir Arthur Bliss [JQ]

A treasure trove of key works in vintage live performances [NB]

Another extremely successful recital from Eva Zalenga [PT]

A certain stylistic sameness compromises the fine performances [NB]

A wonderful CD featuring works by four English composers [KT]

From early Gurney to Ian Venables, the Pastoral is renewed through warmly flowing compositions [JW]

Bliss conducts excellent recordings of two of his major works, refreshed in fine transfers [JQ]

Two important works, well performed under the baton of the composer [JF]

A valuable contribution to the recorded legacy of British music [JF]

This outstanding disc will be self-recommending to all admirers of Bliss’s music and to brass band devotees [JQ]

A fine overview of Bliss’ endlessly impressive and engaging music [NB]

(Déjà Review) A thoroughly satisfying disc [CF]

Committed and inspiring performances of important chamber works [JF]

(Déjà Review) Another fine collection to the Maggini’s growing catalogue of English chamber music [NHo]

(Déjà Review) Buy this and sample the phenomenon that was Noel Mewton-Wood [JQ]

A comprehensive and vivid picture of Sir Arthur Bliss [JQ]

(Déjà Review) An interesting and worthwhile issue in every way [TB]