Sound Quality 85%
“… a truly thrilling recording.”
Sound Quality 85%
“… a truly thrilling recording.”
Andrew Everard – Hi-Fi News.com – 28 February 2023
“In the hands of Chandler and his colleagues, a Vivaldi concerto never sounds like 'just another one'… Chandler also knows where to drop the needle on the equally industrious output of Vivaldi's contemporaries, from a bold curtain-raiser by Zavateri to a boisterous chaconne by Brescianello.”
“In the hands of Chandler and his colleagues, a Vivaldi concerto never sounds like 'just another one'… Chandler also knows where to drop the needle on the equally industrious output of Vivaldi's contemporaries, from a bold curtain-raiser by Zavateri to a boisterous chaconne by Brescianello.”
Peter Quantrill – Hi-FiNews.com – 27 February 2023
Performance ***** Sonics (Multichannel) *****
“…The sound on this multi-channel SACD is both sumptuous finely detailed. Even allowing for Langgaard’s heavy scoring, the recording team has managed to achieve all the requisite clarity and definition that one could wish for – a remarkable achievement…. Even if you own one or all the earlier recordings of this extravagant symphony this latest version should on no account be missed.”
Performance ***** Sonics (Multichannel) *****
“…The sound on this multi-channel SACD is both sumptuous finely detailed. Even allowing for Langgaard’s heavy scoring, the recording team has managed to achieve all the requisite clarity and definition that one could wish for – a remarkable achievement…. Even if you own one or all the earlier recordings of this extravagant symphony this latest version should on no account be missed.”
Graham Williams – HRAudio.net – 8 January 2023
Performance ***** Sonics (Multichannel) ****½
“…This is an enterprising release that is definitely worth investigating, and it is to be hoped that Chandos will give us more from the many under represented Icelandic composers.”
Performance ***** Sonics (Multichannel) ****½
“…This is an enterprising release that is definitely worth investigating, and it is to be hoped that Chandos will give us more from the many under represented Icelandic composers.”
Graham Williams – HRAudio.net – 22 March 2023
“Marc Lewon has once again been guided by his sense of discovery and unearthed a true musical treasure: a parchment chansonnier from the 15th century that was discovered in Leuven in 2015…As usual, Marc Leon and his Leones approach the priceless scores with great sensitivity … Especially in the polyphonic works, the performers stand out as a homogeneous ensemble, guiding through the wonderful harmonies with fine transparency and clarity of expression…The instrumental trio fits seamlessly into this almost fragile vocal fabric and lends additional timbres to some of the chansons, transporting us to a distant, sometimes alien world …” *****
“Marc Lewon has once again been guided by his sense of discovery and unearthed a true musical treasure: a parchment chansonnier from the 15th century that was discovered in Leuven in 2015…As usual, Marc Leon and his Leones approach the priceless scores with great sensitivity … Especially in the polyphonic works, the performers stand out as a homogeneous ensemble, guiding through the wonderful harmonies with fine transparency and clarity of expression…The instrumental trio fits seamlessly into this almost fragile vocal fabric and lends additional timbres to some of the chansons, transporting us to a distant, sometimes alien world …” *****
Guy Engels – Pizzicato.lu – 23 March 2023
“… The listener … experiences a cross-section of Weill’s orchestral works, brilliantly performed by the Swedish Chamber Orchestra under H(einz) K(arl) Gruber. The now eighty-year-old composer, chansonnier, conductor and all-rounder is exactly the right man for this repertoire, so that Weill’s works sound rhythmically concise, authentic and very lively under his direction.” *****
“… The listener … experiences a cross-section of Weill’s orchestral works, brilliantly performed by the Swedish Chamber Orchestra under H(einz) K(arl) Gruber. The now eighty-year-old composer, chansonnier, conductor and all-rounder is exactly the right man for this repertoire, so that Weill’s works sound rhythmically concise, authentic and very lively under his direction.” *****
Alain Steffen – Pizzicato.lu – 21 March 2023
“… This release is a most welcome and truly adequate sequel to Ondine’s earlier all-Wennäkoski disc (review). Here is a composer with imagination and a strong ability to move, captivate and impress. This fine disc is well up to Ondine’s best standards. Warmly recommended.”
“… This release is a most welcome and truly adequate sequel to Ondine’s earlier all-Wennäkoski disc (review). Here is a composer with imagination and a strong ability to move, captivate and impress. This fine disc is well up to Ondine’s best standards. Warmly recommended.”
Hubert Culot – MusicWeb-International.com – 22 March 2023
“… The whole disc is in fact lovely and, apart from the Holmés songs, Chabrier’s “Tes yeux bleus” and Robin Holloway’s version of Debussy’s Verlaine songs, they are also world premieres – the latter written in 2022. The playing of Joseph Middleton, 12 Ensemble and Ruisi Quartet is sparkling, the recording is excellent and Mary Bevan spreads her golden tones over the whole programme.”
“… The whole disc is in fact lovely and, apart from the Holmés songs, Chabrier’s “Tes yeux bleus” and Robin Holloway’s version of Debussy’s Verlaine songs, they are also world premieres – the latter written in 2022. The playing of Joseph Middleton, 12 Ensemble and Ruisi Quartet is sparkling, the recording is excellent and Mary Bevan spreads her golden tones over the whole programme.”
Göran Forsling – Musicwebinternational.com – 22 March 2023
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The Britten Sinfonia are making an appeal to secure their future following the recently announced Arts Council cuts. To find out how to help click here.
We are saddened to hear that the conductor Bramwell Tovey has passed away. Known for his work with Brass Bands & orchestras, he will be greatly missed.
BBC R3 Disc of the Week!
Happy 85th Maestro!
Critics Circle Award
Dutilleux wins BBC Award!
Presto Record of Year
Gramophone Awards
Sinfonia of London debut!
Recording with Sir Roger
Thais wins Juno Award!
The Prison wins a GRAMMY
Barry Douglas Podcast
