Rossini

A very special collection of lieder, opera and operetta from one of the great post-war sopranos [DBe]

A good, if not quite the best, account of an early Rossini opera [RWe]

Unfortunately, rather underwhelming all round… [RMo]

The ongoing Rossini Wildbad series acquires a new and exquisite addition to its ranks [MP]

There is a reason why “The Golden Age of Singing” is so named here… [RMo]

(Déjà Review) Has some fine qualities, especially its leading lady [RJF]

An attractive proposition indeed [TP]

A sprightly, colourful rendition of a little-known opera, essential for all Rossini fans [CRo]

Forgettable conducting, but superb piano playing [RMas]

A swift and lean Petite Messe that doesn’t quite hit the spot [RMas]

(Déjà Review) One of the best recordings of a Rossini opera ever set down [RJF]

(Déjà Review) A natural aural ambience tells in its favour as does the liveliness and vibrancy of the chorus [RJF]

by Alan George

A mix of popular and little-known works, which is a joy from beginning to end [MC]

(Déjà Review) A multitude of thanks are due to Naxos for this, proof positive that there is infinite joy to be gleaned from Rossinian by-roads [CC]

Intriguing arrangements for brass band of some well-known works [KT]

A truly great lyric coloratura soprano of the early 20th century, showcased in first-rate transfers [RMo]

Aleksandra Kurzak is in striking form with an album of arias sung by legendary French soprano Cornélie Falcon [MC]

An interesting and enterprising recital but a question mark over the suitability of the voice for some of the material [PT]

(Déjà Review) I enjoyed the fluency and vibrancy of this live performance [RJF]

Peerless playing, crystal clear [SA]

(Déjà Review) Chandos’s faith in Brewer has been justified, completely and utterly [CC]

A happy release due to Fogliani’s impressive conducting, although there are a few reservations about the singing [MP]

(Déjà Review) Sets the gold standard for recorded performances of this work [RJF]