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J S Bach: St Matthew Passion (Avie)
A few things make this performance a good choice but the deficiencies in the power of two of its soloists might bother some [SGa]
Ravel: The Complete Works for Solo Piano Vol 2 (Avie)
Buy this for Larderet, rather than the two new adaptations, or the ‘Complete’ tag [SGa]
Brahms: Complete Clarinet Works (Sono Luminus)
For a few quiet moments of autumnal reflection, coupled with fine, resonant and sensitive playing, look no further [SGa]
Wagner: Die Walküre (Pristine Audio)
This reissue may still have sound issues, but Amy Shuard’s performance alone makes it a worthy addition to anyone’s collection [SGa]
Mendelssohn: Symphony No 2 ‘Lobgesang’ (BIS)
Smaller forces from Suzuki, but all the drive, passion and enthusiasm you could hope for [SGa]
