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Jakob Lindberg Thoroughly Masters Theorbo Solos
Lindberg's playing is a perfect blend of technical ability and tasteful musicianship. He skillfully weaves together Visée's polyphony, keeping all the lines balanced.
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalSextet Week 1
June is the sixth month. It seemed a good time to make sextets the #ClassicsaDay monthly theme.
By Women: Works by Armenian Women Composers
Sahan Arzruni is both the producer and performer for this recording. This is his project and his emotional investment shows. His goal is to give these works their best possible performances, and he succeeds.
Three Facets of Kaveli Aho
Aho's compositions don't sound quite like anybody else's. They're complex and multi-layered, yet direct and appealing.
Maria Herz — Ripe for Rediscovery
Christiane Silber leads the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin in a moving performance.
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalMexico Week 5, 2024
Right from the beginning the traditional music of the native population influenced the classical composers. As a result, Mexican classical music has become a natural expression of the national character.
Living in Greg Caffrey’s Environments
This might not be the music for your next dinner party. But if you're looking for music of substance that can communicate true emotion -- well, this might be for you.
David Leisner Charms with New Album
Well-recorded, and superbly performed. If you'd like to spend time with a friend sharing some of his favorite music get this release. It does indeed have charms to soothe.
Paul Wee Recovers Henselt and Bronsart Concertos
Paul Wee performs these concertos with abandon. His technique is formidable, and he employs every bit of it in this work.
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