Gounod

Superb, sensuous, subtle singing from a highly gifted British lyric baritone [RMo]

This is a very fine disc; in fact, c’est magnifique! [JQ]

Bizarre transcriptions, fantastic performances [RMas]

That Pene Pati is a talented tenor far beyond the ordinary is obvious, and I hope he isn’t tempted to take on heavier roles too early [GF]

A vital and compelling celebration of Roberto Alagna’s 60th birthday [GF]

A debut recital that every lover of great singing should treasure [GF]

(Déjà Review) I defy anyone to play these tracks through once and not do so immediately again [ED]

Delightful lost treasures from French musical history [JF]

This important historical document must be judged on its own terms [JF]

A pleasant romp through the realm of French patriotic music and beyond [MP]

Be sure this makes it under your next Christmas tree [MP]

Crossover, yes, but don’t let that deter you from some very enjoyable music [DJB]

A delight from start to finish – Carolyn Sampson is on effervescent form [JQ]

Ten very well-filled discs documenting six glorious decades at the Paris Opera [RMo]

A beautifully sung Faust, expertly conducted and superior to the later studio recording in everything but sound [RMo]

(Déjà Review) Some of the most glorious tenor singing ever recorded [GF]