Rimsky-Korsakov

Characterful examples of Beecham’s first recordings performed by his zestful orchestra [JW]

(Déjà Review) We must be grateful for the opportunity to hear this great soprano [ABo]

Forgettable conducting, but superb piano playing [RMas]

A powerful Scheherazade and two rarities of historical musicological significance [EJW]

A sparkling pair of Ravel’s contrasting operas, justifying their status as “gramophone classics” [RMo]

(Déjà Review) Simply splendid [EML]

Beecham’s stereo discography in a sturdy box albeit largely in pre-existing remasterings [JW]

An appealing and highly recommendable issue [TB]

A Beecham stereo treasury from the 1950s in wonderful sound [LM]

A remarkably listenable and comprehensive survey, showcasing the extraordinary depth of vocal talent available in Moscow in the first decade of the 20C [RMo]

Scheherazade in a new guise: a disc for the Rimsky curious [ST]

These two works are ideal companions and Hirose is fervent in her brilliant playing of them [RCh]

Very well performed and recorded, this disc should be heard by all who love the repertoire of the piano [GPu]

Enchanted music with appeal to lovers of fairy tales of all ages [JF]

Elman’s glittering morceau (and some others) in splendid transfers [JW]

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

A decent representation of Rimsky-Korsakov’s rarely staged opera [MP]

An early electrically recorded Scheherazade from a distinctive Parisian orchestra and conductor [JW]

A hugely enjoyable celebration of the piano from this supremely gifted pianist [RCh]

An imaginative programme, stunningly performed [NB]

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]

(Déjà Review) Sumptuous, exciting and wonderfully sensuous [IL]

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

A dazzling achievement all around [MP]