Weber

I enjoyed some unhackneyed repertoire and the marvellous singing [GF]

Arrau’s Chopin enjoys something of classic status, and here are two perfect examples of why this is so [CC]

Weber’s magical score is lovingly presented on this fine set [MP]

One might go hunting for a more complete version of this opera, but this one does the trick in most respects [MP]

Sony’s second Rodziński box fills a significant gap from his Cleveland years [JH]

Impeccably performed easy-listening entertainment in the best sense of those words, but the playing time could have been more generous [GF]

A wonderful completion of APR’s series exploring Backhaus’ exciting early recording career [RCh]

Ten very well-filled discs documenting six glorious decades at the Paris Opera [RMo]

A delightful collection [SB]

Klemperer consolidated; his full Warner legacy in best-yet transfers [JW]

(Déjà Review) Playing and singing beautifully tailored to the score; an endless kaleidoscope of subtle colours [MC]

A warmly textured and rubato-conscious performance from an experienced clarinettist and chamber colleagues [JW]

Thoroughly musical, but rather plain, sober and lacking in panache [PBW]