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December 3, 2006
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I had low expectations of this disc - but as a former clarinetist and lover of good jazz, I thought I'd give this one a try - relatively inexpensive too. I was surprised. The music is classic Benny Goodman with a nice mix of combo; big band; swing-jazz numbers - most, if not all, of his signature ... more |
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November 1, 2006
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This was such a pleasant surprise. It is one of those discs which immediately drew me in, to full attention. Gueyras reminds me of Peter Wispelwey, and the music, which is absolutely lyrical, romantic, beautiful, is played superbly by Gueyras and the Prague Symphony. In addition, the recording is ... more |
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September 17, 2006
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First, I want to thank Beagle for his fine and thorough review of this release. I am no Bordin expert - but this chamber work is absolutely delightful. It reminds me of Mendelssohn and Schubert, and Tchaikovsky's String Quartet's. It has a refreshing quality both in composition, and in the Kocian's ... more |
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February 13, 2006
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What a wonderful addition to the Chopin catelogue available in SACD Multi-channel. It is up to the high BIS standards, and also that of Freddty Kempf. I consider this, and the recent Angela Hewett Chopin Nocturnes album to be indispensible additions to any serious Chopin collection. |
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August 14, 2005
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This two volume set is, in my opinion, one of the must haves in multichannel classical music. The music is easily accessible - lyrical, beautiful, haunting, spectacular, extraordinary interactions between the soloist and the orchestra. J Daniels is right on in his review. I am adding this because I ... more |
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