Zibuokle Martinaityte Choral Works Uniquely Beautiful

Four perfectly-sung performances. And they create four soundscapes of exceptional beauty.

Ralph Graves 10/9/24 Ralph Graves 10/9/24

Balkan PIano Music United in Quality

This is a series worth exploring.

Ralph Graves 9/26/24 Ralph Graves 9/26/24

Bruckner From the Archives, Vol. 4 Offers Stylistic Contrasts

Lani Spahr's superb restorations do much service to the music. He brings out the inherent qualities of these recordings. And he does so without unnaturally "enhancing the sound."

Ralph Graves 9/19/24 Ralph Graves 9/19/24

Gubaidulina Triple Concerto and Rejoice! Exceptional

Gubaidulina writes like no one else. If you're familiar with her style, know that these are some of her best compositions. If not, be ready for some real adventures in listening.

Ralph Graves 9/18/24 Ralph Graves 9/18/24

Collegium Vocale Gent Perform Near-Perfect Gesualdo

If you're familiar with Gesualdo, you should find this release outstanding. If you're not, this is a great recording to start with.

Ralph Graves 9/12/24 Ralph Graves 9/12/24

Daugherty: Harp of Ages one of his best

Bress is a first-rate harpist, and really delivers here.

Ralph Graves 9/11/24 Ralph Graves 9/11/24

De Hartmann Rediscovered Revives Two Masterworks

These are major works created during a time of war and repression. And the violin concerto was recorded in a similar circumstance.

Ralph Graves 9/5/24 Ralph Graves 9/5/24

Santoro Symphonies Revel in Brazilian Sound

I recommend this release to anyone not familiar with Santoro. These works illustrate the essence of his style. That style evolved. But his Brazilian heritage can be most clearly heard in these works. Looking forward to volume five!

Ralph Graves 9/4/24 Ralph Graves 9/4/24

Cappella Romana: A Ukrainian Wedding

This album isn't a faithful representation of an average Ukrainian wedding. Rather, it's a composite look at the varied musical traditions of the country. And bringing them all together provides an invaluable musical gift to the world.

We are grateful for the generosity of the Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation and UVA Arts Council, supporting WTJU and CharlottesvilleClassical.org.