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#ClassicsaDay #HispanicHeritage Week 1
The challenge is to post video performances of Hispanic composers. The posts can be on any social media platform you choose.
Tra Nguyen Excels with Borenstein Piano Works
Highly recommended, both for the quality of the music, and the quality of the performances. Nguyen wrote that Borenstein's music was "inspirational and rewarding." I can hear it in her playing.
Heinrich Sutermeister Orchestral Works Impress
The Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz directed by Rainer Held is in exceptionally fine form. Fascinating music, indeed. Another composer well-served by Toccata Classics.
Fanfonis Bring Mauro D'Alay Concertos to Life
D'Alay is far from a household name. So it's not surprising that these are all world premiere recordings. And yet the quality of the music makes me ask, "why haven't these been recorded before?
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalA Week 5
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."
Galina Grigorjeva: Music for Male-Voice Choir
The Estonian National Male Choir under Mikk Üleoja's direction, has a malleable ensemble sound. They can sing with open-throated authority, delivering a rumbling bass thunder. And they can sing with quiet subtlety, creating a soundscape of delectate beauty.
Yoojung Kim Connects With Scriabin Sonatas
This is a terrific album. And Kim is greatly served by the Bridge recording team. As always, the recorded piano sound is natural. The balance between ambiance and clarity is perfect.
Sunday Opera Matinee – “La clemenza di Tito" September 3rd
Missy Mazzoli Dark with Excessive Bright -- Exceptional
If you're not that familiar with Mazzoli's music, this is a great place to start. Especially when you compare the two versions of Dark with Excessive Bright.
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