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Claudio Santoro Sonatas: A Legacy Brought to Life
Alessandro Santoro’s deep understanding of his father’s music is evident. These sonatas demand exceptional skill from the performer, and Alessandro delivers masterfully. His interpretations provide a clear and compelling insight into his father’s artistic vision.
Gould Piano Trio Launches Marschner Series
The Gould Piano Trio performs with warmth and sensitivity. Marschner’s music is expressive yet slightly reserved, and the trio plays as if engaged in conversation, at times making the music feel spontaneous.
Ch’amore me prese: Medieval Love Songs Reimagined
If early music is your thing, this is a fine album to add to your collection. But even if you’re not, this music is both calming and engaging. It takes you to a time and place far away. And it’s music that can easily be enjoyed with modern ears.
Johann Friedrich Fasch: Orchestral Gems from Tempesta di Mare
This is an outstanding recording and a remarkable series. I highly recommend all four volumes to anyone interested in Baroque music or in tracing the roots of the Classical era. It’s all here.
Bruckner: From the Archives, Vol. 6
No matter how many Bruckner recordings you own, this series should be in your collection. There are some truly insightful performances here. And a few that made me hear these very familiar works in new ways.
Charles Ives: Odds and Ends that Somehow Work
This album is definitely one for the Ives completist. But it's also an entertaining listen for anyone wanting to hear something completely different.
New Series Showcases MacDowell’s Orchestral Works
MacDowell was one of the most important composers of his generation. This album provides some hints as to why. Future volumes should solidify that reputation.
Carlo Vistoli Delivers Strong Performances of Vivaldi
Carlo Vistoli has a remarkably strong voice. His phrasing is smooth, and his vocal ornamentations sound natural and unforced. His performances were real pleasures to listen to.
The Golden Age of the Horn — Double Plus Good
Highly recommended to anyone interested in the music of Haydn or Mozart. Or any fan of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.
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