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Bach - Sacred Arias & Cantatasby: English Concert August 25, 2008 |
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This is a long-awaited Bach disc from David Daniels. We are more accustomed to having him sing heroic Handel operatic roles, branch out into American folk songs, or even into Berlioz, but somehow it was inevitable that he would end up recording the Bach arias he has often sung in concert performances of the Passions, the B Minor Mass or Cantatas. And what a disc it has turned out to be. I had never heard him sing Bach before so this disc was a revelation to me. Andreas Scholl has received notable and deserved praise for the purity of his tone and somewhat restrained [Church] interpretation of Bach cantatas for alto, but Daniels' performances here are a different animal, as you would expect from an experienced operatic singer. But these are not ... Read More:
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The World's Greatest Mozart Albumfrom: Decca May 08, 2000 |
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Putting a title like `Worlds Greatest' on the front of a CD is obviously a bold claim, and one which many people have become so familiar with that they tend to take it with a pinch of salt. There are so many ways of trying to catch the buyers interest that very few titles like these really jump out at the buyer. This one did jump out at me, though not so much for the choice of tracks, more for the quality of artists who perform them. Considering this is only a 2CD set, far too short for any Mozart compilation, the list of performers reads like a roll call for the best `Last Night of the Proms' ever staged. A simple list of some of the orchestras, conductors, singers and soloists sums up this gem of an album: Read More: >>More Details |
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Handel: Messiahby: The English Concert Trevor Pinnock March 13, 2006 |
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I bought this recording almost 20 years ago and it still is one that I come back to again and again. The recording quality (like much of the Archiv otuput) is excellent, and the choir and orchestra are first rate. There are no disappointing soloists - and all combine to provide and thrilling rendition of this great Oratorio. Even if you aren't a big fan of original instruments, the warmth and vibrancy of this recording are at times profoundly moving. I can't recommend this recording highly enough.
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The Essential Classics Collectionby: Myung-Whun Chung Géza Anda Rudolf Baumgartner Trevor Pinnock Karl Böhm Eugen Jochum Ferdinand Leitner Ferenc Fricsay Neeme Järvi Claudio Abbado July 03, 2000 |
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I bought this as a gift for my niece, since I wanted her to be educated about classical music as she was on her way to college. Ended up buying two copies as I found I loved it so much. Normally I like to pick and choose my orchestras, composers, and conductors, but this collection has jujst about everything. Also, I'd never bought some of the more "popular" items (Strauss and Grieg) as I'd heard them a million times, but now I have them and the performances are all great. This truly has a smattering of it all, and if you're not a classical music lover, it's bound to turn you on to the stuff.
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Mark Padmore - As steals the morn (Handel arias & scenes for tenor)by: George Frideric Handel, The English Concert, Robin Blaze, Lucy Crowe, Mark Padmore, Andrew Manze April 02, 2007 |
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This is smooth, understated and confident singing of Handel arias. Padmore manages to bring freshness to Where E're You Walk from Semele, but I love Waft Her Angles Through the Sky from Jephtha - the long slow lines exposing the honey in his voice. Arguably the best track is described as a bonus - As Steals the Morn (L'Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato) - which is odd since it is the name of the album. Padmore is joined by Lucy Crowe and they both have such clarity that they reveal the interplay between the vocal parts in this duet. They bring a soaring, full sound that is uplifting and immensely satisfying. It is worth buying the CD just for this one duet.
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Bach: Brandenburg Concertos; Orchestral Suites /Pinnockfrom: Archiv Produktion July 13, 1988 |
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Since the steady resurgence in popularity of Bach's music there has become an increasing number of Brandenburg Concerto recordings to chose from. Just like the numerous versions of Beethoven symphonies, there are now an abundance of these popular Bach works on CD, which on the one hand gives a variety of interpretations to listen to, but on the other causes confusion when deciding which to choose. These recordings from 1978/1979 (orchestral suites) and 1982 (Brandenburg's) have been available previously on vinyl (the suites) and since 1988 on CD (Brandenburg's). Of the many recordings now available, these remain one of my favourites. The musicianship of The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock (harpsichord) and Simon Standage ... Read More: >>More Details |
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Corelli: 12 Concerti Grossi, Op 6 /Pinnockby: Arcangelo Corelli, Trevor Pinnock, English Concert February 09, 2004 |
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I bought this ten years ago, and although it has been repackaged many times since it is still one of the CDs I return to again and again, even though I have a collection of over 2000 CDs. The playing is simply outstanding - I challenge anyone to listen to it and not be overwhelmed by the sheer beauty of the more lyrical movements and the danceable joy of the more lively movements. The ensemble integration is an absolutely joy to behold - the ritardandos are meticulously together, and the stylish decoration of lines by Simon Standage and Micaela Comberti are quite beautiful. The finesse of the continuo playing is dazzling - well the reputation of Trevor Pinnock (outstanding director and harpsichordist) and Jaap ter Linden (violoncello) speak for themselves. ... Read More:
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Haydn: The 'Sturm und Drang' Symphonies /Pinnockby: Trevor Pinnock, English Concert October 16, 2000 |
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These performances have recently been criticised in some quarters for lacking in charm. I couldn't disagree more. I have heard many versions of these symphonies and Pinnock's are far and away the best. They are truly envigorating, sparkling and very attractive sounding. But they are in no way "driven" and to me they lack nothing. The supposedly more charming versions sound ponderous beside these and everyone I have played these records to - including many who would not think to explore "Haydn before the London Symphonies" - have fallen in love with them. And now, they are available at a price that is a real bargain. Buy this set!
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Haydn: Missa in Angustiis 'Nelson Mass'; Te Deum /Pinnockby: The English Concert Trevor Pinnock Felicity Lott Carolyn Watkinson Maldwyn Davies David Wilson-Johnson The English Concert Choir Nicholas Parle December 02, 1987 |
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This was my first recording of the Nelson Mass, and it has a peculiarly English grace to it, typical of Trevor Pinnock. I love it absolutely, and even now I am still torn between this and the new Sir John Eliot Gardiner recording. As lovely as Richard Hickox's version is, it lacks that male-alto tone to bring through that particular line, most obvious at the third part of the Creed with their top D 'NON!' - a very favourite moment.
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Mozart: The Symphonies /Pinnockby: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Trevor Pinnock, English Concert September 09, 2002 |
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Mozart wrote 75+ symphonies in all, and although this set is not comprehensive (the Hogwood set makes the best attempt at that), the works here should satisfy most people. At the risk of being controversial, a lot of Mozart's early symphonies are not top-notch (unlike his early choral music, say), and these works sound considerably better played with a raw edge than with a comfortably uphostered modern orchestra (e.g. Bohm), when the modern textures trivialise the music. The later symphonies also benefit from the leaner sound (the slow movement of K543 can easily sound syrupy on modern strings). Pinnock plays all the works with affection and care, and the separated violins, many repeats and clear textures make these performances ones that anyone can enjoy. Even ... Read More:
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