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Ukrainian Christmas a Joy in Any Language
Among the many classical holiday albums released this year, "Ukrainian Christmas" is a real standout.
Howells and Wood - String Quartets by Puepil and Teacher
The "Englishness" of these pieces comes through without sounding cloying or artificial. Wood and Howells were masters of their craft. And the inherent beauty of these works is what the quartet delivers.
African Art Song - Uncommon Music Awaiting Discovery
Rebeca Omordia and her colleagues have produced an album of music worth exploring. And music that encourages further exploration. Here's hoping there's a volume 2 in the works.
Juozas Gruodis Piano Music
Another exceptional release of music worth discovery from Toccata Classics.
Zibuokle Martinaityte Choral Works Uniquely Beautiful
Four perfectly-sung performances. And they create four soundscapes of exceptional beauty.
Rediscovering Maria Herz’s Piano Music
I applaud St. Pierre for her bold programming choices. Most artists stick to the basics for their debuts. This is well-crafted music that indeed deserves rediscovering
Richard Flury Chamber Music, Vol. 2 - Quartets of Quality
Highly recommended -- along with volume one. I anticipate the remaining volumes will be of the same high quality.
The Estonian Cello Presents Unknown Masterworks
And what a gift to the world. Pianist Sten Lassman and cellist Valle-Rasmus Roots are both Estonian. They both understand the underlying aesthetics of this music. And that understanding illuminates their performances.
Balkan PIano Music United in Quality
This is a series worth exploring.
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