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April 29, 2010
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I fully concur--these are very powerful performances captured in a richly ambient hall. I vastly prefer the thick, rich tone of the cello in the Viola Sonata--it utterly transforms it into another piece. I haven't heard any competing versions, but I can scarcely imagine them being any better. Highly ... more |
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April 3, 2010
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No, this CD is not for the Sor or Bach-transcription fans out there! The first reviewer covers the music and performances well. I don't think the audio is as good as he does : Cicilia's guitar is a bit too distantly mic'd for my taste, and there is a considerable low-frequency rumble that fades ... more |
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February 20, 2010
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Take sublime music, have a profoundly musical performer record it, capture it in state-of-the art sound, and you have this new 2-disc set! I have several of her other SACDs, and this one certainly doesn't disappoint. What a wonderful musician! She has tremendous technique but puts it to the service ... more |
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February 16, 2010
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DId you two listen to the same recording? I agree that the piano is a bit dominant, but it is certainly a competent performance. Actually, the balances are rather representative of what one often hears in a live chamber concert. Of course, with the ability to "perfect" the balances under studio ... more |
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February 8, 2010
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To elaborate a bit, this is easily one of the finest piano recordings I have heard. It has tremendous presence and clarity without thrusting the listener under the lid. There is a nice amount of air around the instrument, too.
The performances are excellent, as well. Edelmann does not pound the ... more |
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