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An interesting concept executed with imagination and insight [NB]

Attractive and entertaining, but unfamiliar music, beautifully performed [NB]

Two great Romantic string sextets played with the Nash Ensemble’s usual brilliance [NB]

Three conservative concertante works for the left hand in exemplary performances [NB]

A classic performance in a never-before-heard revelatory recording [NB]

A typical Järvi performance for good or ill [NB]

An auspicious first volume of orchestral music by an unfamiliar Finnish composer [NB]

An eclectic programme, dynamically played if lacking complete virtuosic ease [NB]

A powerful and moving study of a potential great of Czech 20th Century music [NB]

Well-crafted transcriptions hampered by a performing style that is too often heavy and ponderous [NB]

Well-played performances hampered by a claustrophobic recording [NB]

Blazingly impressive performances given with intense virtuosity and musical insight [NB]

Committed performances of works of cultural rather than musical significance [NB]

A concert that marks the beginning of a great conductor/orchestra relationship hampered by poor sound [NB]

The considerable talent of Mel Bonis showcased in a well-planned and well-executed survey [NB]

The mighty Mass of Life is revealed as a genuine masterpiece in this blazing performance [NB]

Three Orchestral Masterpieces effectively rendered in piano 4-hands versions by their composers [NB]

Underwhelming music performed with zealous commitment [NB]

Impressive rediscovery of much beautiful but unfamiliar music by a familiar composer [NB]

Impressive performances of three diverse and serious works [NB]

Well played attractive music bodes well for the developing complete survey [NB]

This well-chosen programme is more interesting and varied than many similar showcase discs [NB]

Dedicated performances of attractive if not ultimately compelling music [NB]

Ritchie’s symphonic journey continues with the deeply personal and introspective Symphony No.6 [NB]