Review by Daland January 23, 2006 (3 of 4 found this review helpful)
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This multi-channel SACD featuring two popular piano concertos offers satisfactory sound and decent performances, but there are better versions available (Kovacevich for Beethoven's No. 4, Gimse for the Grieg). The rapport between the soloist, Ikuyo Kamiya, and the Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Chosei Komatsu (and recorded in the Moscow Conservatoire) is excellent, especially in the Beethoven concerto, but the orchestral sound is somewhat recessed and lacking in focus. Even so the balance between piano and orchestra is quite satisfactory. Those looking for romantic interpretations emphasizing the lyrical side may consider buying this disc. After all, it is a DSD recording with smooth, silky strings and natural piano sound.
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