Newest Reviews

SWR Vokalensemble: Fin de siècle (SWR Music)

Richly rewarding choral arrangements of music from the turn of the twentieth century [MP]

Larks Ascending (Albion Records)

Five RCM student composers turn skylark recordings into strikingly varied new works [DHa]

Handel: Giulio Cesare (C Major)

This very fine cast, conductor and orchestra need a far better thought-out vehicle to support them [SGa]

Choir of Bath Abbey: Beyond the Manger (CRD)

An enjoyable and varied Christmas album [JQ]

Vivaldi: Bassoon Concerti, Vol 4 (ARS Produktion)

The ensemble is the best part [SFV]

Brian: Symphony No 1 ‘Gothic’ (Hyperion)

(Déjà Review) A momentous and remarkable work receiving its finest performance and recording to date [RB]

Beethoven: Piano Sonatas No 30-32 (Musica Omnia)

(Déjà Review) A magical choice of fortepiano and artistry which can stand up to the greats [BR]

Tchaikovsky Nutcracker OABD7336D

Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker ballet (Opus Arte)

A fine tribute to Sir Peter Wright [RMay]