Somm Recordings

Containing a number of recorded premieres, this is an attractive selection of some of Stanford’s many Irish songs [JQ]

This second instalment confirms this will be a series well worth following as the Bruckner bicentenary year progresses [JQ]

Not to be missed [WK]

Two notable archive recordings in excellent transfers to mark Schmidt’s 150th anniversary [JQ]

Excellent restorations which capture the very essence of these recordings [SG]

The Frankfurt Gang and Beatrice Harrison inspire a cellistic programme [JW]

Well worth investigating [GH]

The auspicious launch of what promises to be a Bruckner series of uncommon interest [JQ]

Bizet’s L’Arlésienne returns to its original theatrical roots, and the revelation is enchanting in the hands of Plasson [PCG]

The best thing to do with a disc such as this is to sit down, relax and enjoy [HC]

A fine representative collection; no more rustic accents, please [JW]

Lovers of English song should not hesitate: acquire this disc and gatecrash Uncle Ralph’s musical party [JQ]

Winsome, windy and windswept with the occasional folkloric moment, but Stanford on auto-pilot [JW]

This release will be of great interest to all Mahler devotees [JQ]

A significant addition to the Boult discography [SG]

Some of Handel’s most beautiful arias in instrumental versions, performed with vitality, sensitivity and rhythmical precision [GF]

Blake at his approachable best in orchestral music [JW]

Simply wonderful piano playing [DMD]

A fine recital of miniature masterpieces [DC]

A fine centenary tribute to a distinguished British singer [JQ]

A valuable collection of Leighton’s choral music, with several first recordings [SB]

A fine recital by one of great Schubert interpreters – more please! [RWe]

(Déjà Review) The sort of disc which makes reviewing ‘peripheral’ repertoire a joy [RB]

An appealing programme for Medtner collectors and newcomers alike [DC]