Stanford

Stanford: Songs Vol. 2 (Hyperion)

(Déjà Review) A good representation of the strength and variety of the central, most important, part of Stanford’s career [CH]

Stanfordian Thoughts: 19. Molly Brannigan

by Christopher Howell

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The First Songs of Travel (Albion)

Despite reservations, Standen’s Songs of Travel merits a place in the VW discography [JQ]

Stanfordian Thoughts: 18. Father O’Flynn

by Christopher Howell

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The First Songs of Travel (Albion)

A 1950s English song recital restored; excellent remastering but stylistically uncertain [JW]

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Stanford: Requiem (Hyperion)

A genuine triumph – a completely convincing performance of a typically Victorian Choral Festival work [NB]

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The First Songs of Travel (Albion)

A historical release that wears its age lightly – excellent restoration and attractive singing of well-chosen repertoire [NB]

Stanford: Requiem (Hyperion)

A fine performance of Stanford’s noble Requiem [JQ]

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The Canticle of the Sun (Regent)

An interesting programme, impressively performed [JQ]