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A perceptive study of Sibelius and his key orchestral works [JQ]

The concerto performances are very fine but the late piano pieces should not be missed on any account [JQ]

This is a Christmas disc for the connoisseur, I think, and it is strongly recommended as such [JQ]

The Tallis Scholars have done Robert Fayrfax proud with this fine CD [JQ]

Two different – and equally valid – approaches to a collection of fine, traditional carols [JQ]

A classic recording in a splendid remastering [JQ]

An important archive release [JQ]

(Déjà Review) A seasonal gift for a musical friend but you may be tempted to keep it instead as a treat for yourself [JQ]

This disc will delight you if you should find it under the tree on Christmas morning [JQ]

A valuable archive bicentenary tribute to Bedřich Smetana [JQ]

Inventive, interesting and accessible music, displaying an original approach to Christmas music [JQ]

An enjoyable, thoughtfully prepared Christmas album [JQ]

A super disc [JQ]

An attractive package [JQ]

A stimulating and enjoyable album [JQ]

Schmitt’s complete ballet in opulent orchestral dress, marvellously played [JQ]

(Déjà Review) Admirers of this great German pianist should certainly snap this up [JQ]

An important, eloquent and compelling addition to the Christmas repertoire in an accomplished first recording [JQ]

Apart from the lack of any documentation, this is a most interesting release [JQ]

Blomstedt leads a distinguished Nielsen Fifth; the Brahms is less memorable [JQ]

A very welcome further installment in this significant historical Bruckner series [JQ]

The most exciting vocal recital disc I’ve heard in a long while [JQ]

Two most interesting Russian symphonies in accomplished and committed performances [JQ]

A fitting celebration of the Year of Czech Music and the silver jubilee of LSO Live [JQ]