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#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalA Week 4
During the month post music by composers whose last names begin with the letter "A." There are actually quite a few. And I even found some whose first and last names began with A!
José F. Vásquez Impressions for Piano Impressive
Curiel plays with sympathetic expression and delicate musicality. And it works. I was entranced by the opening track. And the music retained its hold on me throughout the recording.
Major Vocal Works from Cecilia McDowall
The Wimbledon Choral commissioned the work and premiered it. Safe to say, this is an authoritative performance. The requiem is all about atmosphere. The choral's blend of voices delivers that perfectly.
Derek B. Scott Orchestral Music Continues to Appeal
Sunday Opera Matinee – “Oberto" August 27
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalA Week 3
The Classics a Day team noticed that August did. And so the challenge for August was set. During the month post music by composers whose last names begin with the letter "A."
Columbia Viva! Volume Two -- Personal Connections
Arias-Esguerra's personal connection to these composers takes his performance to the next level.
Frederick Septimus Kelly: Chamber Music
The liner notes hint that Toccata Classics may release at least a second volume of Kelly's music. I hope they do.
Handel Coronation Anthems get Royal Treatment
This is Handel at his most regal.
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