Bruckner

An important survey of one of the great partnerships of the 20th century at its peak [DHa]

A fascinating, marvellously presented anthology [JQ]

Another variant of Bruckner 3, as superbly played and in sound as naturalistic as could be hoped for [RMo]

The symphonic lines are sensitively and eloquently drawn and the orchestral playing is exemplary [TB]

(Déjà Review) Much to commend on this disc [RH]

A voyage of discovery into contrasting worlds of sound [RMo]

Abbado’s last curtain call is a final disappointment [LD]

by Alan George

Somewhat puzzling, even erratic, performances, alternately captivating and disappointing, recorded in Walter’s Indian Summer [RMo]

A thoroughly invigorating, newly conceived approach to this greatest of symphonies [RMo]

Two non-canonical symphonies in carefully prepared performances [SB]

A classic performance in improved sound [MBu]

(Déjà Review) These performances repay careful listening and study [JQ]

by Alan George

Brilliant final testimony to Leif Segerstam’s recording career [JF]

(Déjà Review) A phenomenal conception [CH]

Bruckner 9 with the finale well played by the Hallé but facing fierce competition [MC]

Wonderful performances by a great conductor [PSt]

Déjà Review) This performance impresses by its inexorable growth [CH]

Possibly the worst Bruckner Seventh I have ever heard [LD]

(Déjà Review) Bruckner would surely have been pleased with the passionate commitment shown here [TB]

A stimulating and interesting musical programme, superbly performed by the Monteverdi Choir [JQ]

An uneven but promising start to a large-scale exhumation [SV]

A slow burn superbly performed and recorded performance that makes a compelling case for the four movement completion [NB]