nb
Nick Barnard
Arnold: Orchestral Works (Chandos)
A superb overview of Arnold’s music from light to dark with a definitive concerto performance [NB]
January 19, 2023
Balakirev: Orchestral Works (MDG)
Attractive but undemanding scores performed with care and well recorded [NB]
January 10, 2023
Rauchenecker: Symphony No 1 (CPO)
Forgotten works by a forgotten composer may not be masterpieces but certainly worth a listen [NB]
January 9, 2023
Mayer: Symphonies Nos 3 and 7 (CPO)
Two little-known symphonies prove to be interesting but not essential listening [NB]
January 8, 2023
Pianos & Orchestra (Naxos)
A unique programme very well played and recorded but of variable musical value [NB]
January 5, 2023
de Hartmann: Orchestral Works (Toccata)
Fascinating music written on an epic scale played with skill and conviction – an exciting discovery [NB]
January 3, 2023
Milford: Organ Works (Priory)
A very valuable survey establishing the quality and beauty of Milford’s sensitive compositions [NB]
December 16, 2022
Baines: Pictures of Light (Divine Art)
Baines’ piano music always impresses and is well performed here, the songs less so [NB]
December 15, 2022
Featured Naxos review |