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Kreutzer Quartet: Four Premieres, Four Bold Voices
Derek Scott’s Dance Suites: Defying Academia
Scott's Dance Suites may be frowned on by academia, but they brought a smile to my face.
Ronaldo Miranda’s Piano Works Shine in New Release
Pianist Eduardo Monteiro brings a lot of attitude to his playing. And it's what Miranda's music requires. This is music to be enjoyed.
Falletta & Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Dazzle with New Music
Wonderful, exquisitely beautiful classical music is being written every day. All it needs in an audience. JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic have done their part.
Baltic Echoes: Choir and Strings in Perfect Harmony
Dalia Dedinskaite (violin) and Gleb Pysniak (cello) are a powerhouse duo. And they know this music well. They're from Lithuania and intuitively understand the Baltic aesthetic.
Karl Weigl Symphony Recalls Old Vienna
This is another excellent addition to the series. With only two symphonies left to record, I hope we’ll also get to hear some of his shorter works.
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.
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.
Richard Stohr Orchestral Music, Vol 3 Focuses on 1942
Ian Hobson directs the Sinfonia Varsovia in some inspired performances. I especially enjoyed their performance of the Symphony No. 2. The ensemble makes it sound expansive and symphonic, yet also thoughtful and introspective.
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