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March 29, 2010
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Colin Davis easily has the sweep and grandeur of these works under his fingertips. An excellent program of Sibelius music!
I have been a big fan of Sibelius for a while now and consider his symphonies on par with those of Mahler and Bruckner.
These are exciting performances with Davis bringing ... more |
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March 25, 2010
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Some may quibble about this disc, but overall it is an exciting and unique performance of this warhorse. I find Carlo's approach to be a fresh and new and takes Mussorgsky masterpiece in a new direction. I get a sense of delaying and holding back for the big climaxes at the end. Also, listen for ... more |
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May 25, 2008
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At the age of 21, Julia Fischer decided to record these works for solo violin. This is nothing short of a triumph!
I have never been an ardent fan of the music of Bach. I have always favored composers like Debussy, Ravel, Mahler, Sibelius and Wagner much more. This is not to say that Bach's music ... more |
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April 25, 2008
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Julia Fischer proves she is an amazing Mozartean soloist in this recording of Mozart's Violin Concertos 1, 2 & 5, with Yakov Kreizberg conducting the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra.
This is the second disc Julia Fischer has made with the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra under Yakov Kreizberg playing ... more |
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April 21, 2008
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This recording of La Boheme features the incredible singing of Anna Moffo alongside a wonderful cast. The problems with this recording lies in the hands of its maestro.
This was my introduction to La Boheme, having only borrowed a damaged VHS tape from my local Library several years ago. There is ... more |
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