Da Vinci Classics

Each of the sonatas performed here is a treasure; Intarsio Armonico are outstanding players of this repertoire [JV]

A fine survey of Italian Renaissance lute music [JV]

A real discovery, the Cello Sonata is quite exceptional [DJB]

An odd, somewhat awkward mix of the moving and the meandering [DJB]

Consummate understanding of what makes these early works tick [DMD]

Two very fine and underappreciated trios in outstanding performances [DJB]

An outstanding recital showcasing a formidable technique; let down by poor sound [DMD]

Bold playing and a glorious richness of writing in Mariani’s evocative soundscapes [RCh]

A rewarding conspectus of Hummel’s compositions for flute and piano [GPu]

A valuable contribution to our knowledge of Italian music from the early 17th century [JV]

These performances bring us very close to the heart of Tartini’s musical thinking and feeling [JV]

This disc is the perfect way to get to know Aldrovandini [JV]

A compelling demonstration of an uncommon performance practice [JV]

Excellent performances of two vibrant but neglected chamber works [RCh]

The original orchestral film scores are matchless, but these are very fine arrangements [TMS]

A fascinating and rewarding disc of Australian rarities [PRJ]

A valuable and thoroughly enjoyable anthology of works for solo harp, played with insight and vivacity [GPu]

Oscillates between dissonant folk-inflected modernism and schmaltz; neither approach works [RHa]

Highly-successful performances of Parry’s largely forgotten piano music [JF]

A splendid start to a Parry pianistic odyssey [JW]

This romantic and virtuoso repertoire has been neglected for too long [RCh]

A recital demonstrating Liszt’s love of Rossini but with an odd coupling [RCh]

Romantic intensity piled high and wide [RB]

I will be returning to this CD often [JWe]