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Tchaikovsky: Orchestral works (Chandos)
A very well played anthology of what is not Tchaikovsky’s most memorable or celebrated music [RMo]
Hermann: Complete Surviving Music Vol. 3 (Toccata Classics)
A fitting finale to the three-volume Hermann series; a carousel of small pleasures [JW]
Weber: Oberon (RCA)
Weber’s magical score is lovingly presented on this fine set [MP]
Prokofiev: Alexander Nevsky (Vox)
Splendid performances on this Vox reissue, but the Lt. Kije Suite is the less popular vocal version [RC]
Un air d’Italie: the mandolin in Paris in the 18th century (Arcana)
No-one with a fondness for the mandolin should miss this engaging disc [GPu]
Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (piano) Mozart & Beethoven (Music & Arts)
A must-hear for Michelangeli fans, and indeed for all lovers of great pianism [CC]
Poulenc, Duruflé & Alain: Organ Works (Apex)
An imaginatively planned programme, performed with dedication and total accomplishment [GPJ]
Inflation-busting Acte Préalable
MusicWeb International is still selling nearly 300 discs on the Polish Acte Préalable label at the discounted price of £13 post free. See the listings here. Three new titles have been added: Gruberski Choral Works 2, Labunski Piano Works & String Quartets by Pachulski and others
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