Sinfonia of London

"... the performers are world-class ... Margaret Batjer is every inch a soloist and not merely an excellent orchestral player. Orchestral player. Conductor laureate Jeffery Kahane does a fine job leading the ensemble that he built as its music director for many years. The sound is also superb..."

“… a fine release, and admirers of the pianist need not hesitate to acquire it…”

“… Their [Willett/Bolshakova] sounds are well balanced to present all important musical detail. Dan Willett exhibits superb control; he does not play at one preset volume, but expresses the moods as they vary. His technique is impeccable too. From the piano, Natalia Bolshakova contributes most of the musical content with sensitivity and affection. Together, they produce a satisfying result that reed players and other musicians ought to enjoy…”

“… This is a masterclass in free interpretation of harpsichord music. Amaya Fernandez Pozuelo bends things to breaking points and beyond, but the expressive logic of every gesture makes sense…”

“… The detailed sound presents the playing vividly, conveying its energy, spirit, and lyricism. Balances are excellent, interpretation is flexible, coordination is precise, tone qualities are superior. The 20^th Century selections are not too modern or aggressive, so this is a light-hearted collection to sit back and enjoy. The Piazolla that ends the program is especially well done…”

"... this is a fine collection of music that we should her and come back to often, recorded with care and played beautifully..."

“…This is a worthy introduction to a cellist and composer that I hope we will encounter again. The recording is fine and the playing polished.”

“… Performances, conducting, and recorded sound are all first-class…”