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This production does not quite support the opinion that Doktor Faust is one of the great operas [RWe]

A fine addition to our knowledge of a significant musician, and to the spirit and culture of his profession [RWe]

One of the leading cycles, in a fine-sounding stereo incarnation [RWe]

By general consensus, the essential Norma recording, now in a superior transfer [RWe]

This complements but does not replace Opus Arte’s 2018 filmed performance [RWe]

An exciting and well sung account of Massenet’s biblical opera [RWe]

A very fine new account of a neglected great opera [RWe]

A Lieder masterclass, seen and heard from the best seat in the Musikverein [RWe]

A valuable compilation, in excellent performances and sound [RWe]

A superb contribution to the anniversary celebrations: original interpretation, fine playing, good sound and outstanding documentation [RWe]

An attractive and uncommon programme in a satisfying account [RWe]

L’Orfeo with a difference, especially in instrumental colour and dramatic projection [RWe]

A well-structured programme, excellent performance and recording [RWe]

Useful programme, fine execution [RWe]

An excellent souvenir [RWe]

A worthy continuation [RWe]

A distinctive addition to the catalogue, with potential for growing appreciation [RWe]

The recital, sampling Liszt’s vast piano solo output, does justice to the varied styles [RWe]

A version with a baritone title role, much more than a curiosity [RWe]

A fine, very well-recorded addition to the Storgårds traversal [RWe]

The complete recorded legacy of a great Golden Age pianist, ideally transferred to CD [RWe]

Now a truly complete guide to Wagner’s operas, in a fine new edition [RWe]

Another fine disc from a quartet close to this repertoire [RWe]

An impressive young cellist in an attractive programme [RWe]