Mussorgsky

This dark and heavy programme is worth a chance, maybe not in one sitting [GF]

A completely convincing account of a rarely performed opera in a new orchestration for chamber orchestra [MP]

(Déjà Review) Whatever superlatives you hear about this disc I urge you to believe them [MC]

A splendid operatic bass in a new and satisfying context [WH]

A fine Scheherazade, beautifully played but not necessarily superior to classic versions, and two thrilling Mussorgsky novelties which for me constitute the main interest of this issue [RMo]

Sony’s second Rodziński box fills a significant gap from his Cleveland years [JH]

A superb recital of art songs, all of which perfectly suit her crystal-clear voice [SA]

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

(Déjà Review) A fine new recording of Stokowski’s vividly orchestrated responses to Mussorgsky’s music [CT]

Sir Bryn Terfel triumphs in Mussorgsky’s original vision of his conscience-stricken Tsar [PCG]

(Déjà Review) Anyone who wants this particular coupling need not hesitate [GF]

(Déjà Review) Commitment … involvement … a feeling of wonder [SA]

(Déjà Review) A fine new recording of Stokowski’s vividly orchestrated responses to Mussorgsky’s music [CT]