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February 10, 2011
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This is a quite exceptional historic SACD. It contains two epic and thought-provoking performances of symphonic 'warhorses' performed live by a truly legendary conductor and his great orchestra. Mravinsky and the Leningrad Philharmonic, who were together for over 40 years, define one of the greatest ... more |
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February 6, 2011
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Spot-on, the SACD recording of the Planets we have been waiting for. I won't be parting with my beloved MoFi of the Susskind recording, but this one, too, is extraordinary - and at a tenth the price of that rarity.
One thing I should say immediately. This is one of those recordings that HAS to be ... more |
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February 5, 2011
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I have just auditioned this. The performances are fine in that burnished Karajan/BPO way; however, the sound is rather problematical, to put it mildly.
Whatever you may think of Karajan (in my case, not a lot...) I don't think that it could be denied that his Wagner - particularly when backed by ... more |
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February 4, 2011
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This a slightly odd one to call. It's certainly not an obvious Barbirolli candidate for remastering - anyone for his Mahler, Sibelius or British music? See below for more specific ideas.
Anyway, here it is, and it needs dispassionate reviewing. If you like your Brahms lush and laid-back, played ... more |
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January 30, 2011
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Strange that this has not yet been reviewed, because it is one of the few stand-out Membrans.
Yes, we all know that listening to Membran SACDs is a bit like Russian Roulette - lots of duds, but occasionally you get shot in the head. This is definitely one where they were firing live ... more |
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