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Stephen Greenbank

Rosand memoriam RH029

Aaron Rosand (violin) In Memoriam (Rhine Classics)

A worthy release of outstanding playing [SG]

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Mozart: Fantasy (Naïve)

A disc of happy surprises with playing throughout that evinces warmth and sensitivity [SG]

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Delvincourt: Chamber Music Vol 2 (Ciar Classics)

Two intriguing scores which bookend the composer’s compositional life [SG]

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Shura Cherkassky (piano) The Ambassador Auditorium Recitals 1981-9 (First Hand Records)

A desirable collection that captures the Cherkassky magic [SG]

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Fritz Kreisler (violin/piano) American Portrait (Rhine Classics)

Of limited interest to Kreisler collectors [SG]

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Arthur Grumiaux (violin) Live Concert Performances (Meloclassic)

The epitome of violin playing, with interpretations thoughtful and profound [SG]

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Thieriot: Chamber Music Vol 3 (Toccata Classics)

A top-notch production, with performances of high order [SG]

Langlais: Organ Music Vol. 2 (Brilliant Classics)

Performances that capture the spirit of the music as well as any [SG]

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Erick Friedman (violin) Live in Texas (Rhine Classics)

A pleasing addition to Friedman’s discography with these first CD releases [SG]

Flury: Chamber Music Vol. 2 (Toccata Classics)

Richly rewarding music [SG]

RVW Grinke Legacy Albion ALBCD061

Vaughan Williams: The Grinke Legacy (Albion Records)

This release will appeal to both fans of Vaughan Williams’ early recordings and followers of the artistry of Frederick Grinke [SG]

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Max Rostal (violin) Concert Tours 1956-1965 (Meloclassic)

A well-compiled set of live performances which is enthusiastically welcomed [SG]

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Leo Sowerby (University of Illinois Press)

This first class study is an absorbing read and well worth tracking down [SG]

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Enescu: Symphonies Nos 1-3, Romanian Rhapsodies Nos 1 & 2 (Deutsche Grammophon)

Finely wrought performances, played with complete authority [SG]

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Beethoven: Violin Concerto (Forgotten Records)

A performance of exquisite refinement [SG]

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Berl Senofsky (violin) American Virtuoso (Rhine Classics)

Although something of a mixed bag, there’s much to please the Senofsky admirer enshrined in these two discs [SG]

Edwin Fischer Mozart Concertos APR 7303

Edwin Fischer (piano): Mozart Piano Concertos (APR)

APR’s endeavours are of real value and virtue to the pianophile [SG]

Wissmer: Violin Concerto No 1-3 (Claves)

Beautifully moulded, beckoning and well-recorded performances [SG]

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Pina Carmirelli (violin) Concert Tours (Meloclassic)

A significant discographical addition [SG]

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Beach: Piano Music (Hortus)

Fichet fully conveys the heart and intensity of these seductive scores [SG]

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Paganini: Violin Concerto No 2 & 24 Caprices (Rhine Classics)

An exciting discovery [SG]

Haydn Symphonies Antonini v15 Alpha 696

Haydn: Symphonies Nos 50, 62 & 85 “La Reine” (Alpha Classics)

Performances brimming over with vibrancy [SG]

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Guila Bustabo (violin) Unearthed Broadcast Recordings (Meloclassic)

Valuable additions to the Bustabo discography [SG]

Suppressed Composers in the Netherlands Toccata Press ISBN9780907689492

Suppressed Composers in the Netherlands (Toccata Press)

A useful compendium of suppressed Dutch composers. A trusty and practical guide [SG]