Somm Recordings

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

One of the finest 20th century British composers of choral music showcased in first-rate performances [GH]

A charming anthology collected in tribute to a master interpreter of Schubert Lieder [RMo]

(Déjà Review) Piazzolla sans bandoneon but with added colour and played with fervour and sensitivity [IL]

A handsome 85th birthday tribute to a distinguished singer [JQ]

An album to treasure [DC]

(Déjà Review) An album to cherish that will undoubtedly figure highly in my recital discs of the year [IL]

An agreeable mix of gems from the treasure chest of British folk songs, selling for charitable purposes [GF]

Valuable premiere recordings of beautiful music in impressive performances [NB]

A remarkable archive set of Vaughan Williams conducting his own music [JQ]

A mixed bag, but indispensable to the Holst completist [SB]

Fascinating Vaughan Williams performances from both sides of the Atlantic in excellent transfers [JQ]

Extends the tradition of Britten with an added edge of unflinching American-ness [DC]

(Déjà Review) All credit to Bebbington and Somm for opening this stimulating door [RB]

An excellent and very welcome disc of Holst’s choral music [JQ]

Interesting and at times striking works by a well performed composer [EJW]

More treasures lovingly restored – but without the revelations of the earlier volumes [NB]

(Déjà Review) Another enterprising album from SOMM that deserves to succeed [IL]

Engaging and wide-ranging music played with style and conviction [NB]

Sometimes monumental, sometimes impish, invariably engaging [MG]

Lani Spahr’s expert restorations have breathed new life into these important archive recordings [JQ]

An enticing introduction to a fine composer’s songs [WH]

Exemplary singing and sensitive accompaniment in a fascinating song recital [JF]

A significant release of Holst’s sacred choral music [JF]