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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.
Paul Wranitzky Symphonies Age Well
Wranitzky is a master craftsman. Not a single note is out of place. Each symphony is an elegantly constructed masterpiece.
Jan Willem de Vriend gives Mayer symphonies energetic readings
Jan Willem de Vriend leads the NDR Radiophilharmonie in some excellent performances. He keeps the energy level high, and the ensemble sound controlled. Mayer's tutti climaxes lean more towards Mendelssohn than Beethoven. And that's how de Vriend plays it.
George Enescu Violin Concerto - unfinished, but unforgettable
Carolin Widmann does just that. Enescu admired Brahms. Widmann brings a little of that Brahmsian phrasing to this work.
Krenek Complete Symphonies - Outstanding Overview
A fine set that should do much to raise Krenek’s profile.
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