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A valuable collection of first recordings reveal Howells the skilled miniaturist [NB]

The most extensive survey to date justifies itself mainly by the excellence of the playing [NB]

A curious conflation of rural folktale and Symbolist myth in a compelling, convincing performance [NB]

Tippett Quartet on great form in delightful, impressive works [NB]

Beguiling clarinet playing showcases two fine works and one masterpiece [NB]

Valuable additions to the catalogue which expand our appreciation of composer and conductor [NB]

I cannot imagine anyone who engages with John Rutter’s music being anything but delighted with this disc [NB]

Bravura playing of a brilliantly constructed programme compromised by claustrophobic sound [NB]

A routine Pictures coupled with a crude Symphonie Fantastique [NB]

Performances that rarely justify their re-release or price point [NB]

(Déjà Review) Will be one of my discs of the year without doubt [NB]

A good showcase for Madeleine Dring’s considerable skill as a song writer [NB]

A fascinating programme performed with exceptional skill [NB]

A fine, extensive survey; the listening pleasure will depend on one’s response to the tenor’s very particular singing style [NB]

Effortlessly impressive performances typify another fine Albion release [NB]

A consistently well-played and conscientious cycle that trades fire for fidelity [NB]

Music I was surprised not to enjoy more [NB]

An attractive and well planned programme of music by an amiable composer [NB]

Music and performances that bubble like good Bohemian Sekt [NB]

Fine performances of impressive music by one of New Zealand’s leading composers [NB]

Superbly played and beautifully recorded – an excellent showcase for an improbable solo instrument [NB]

Great fun [NB]

Impressive performance of a neo-Wagnerian opera [NB]

A generous collection of three fine works played with this orchestra’s usual flair [NB]