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Look, up in the sky!
Join the Silver Screen Soundtrack Hour this Thursday when we save the day with great music from superhero movies.
Marianna Martines Dixit Dominus has something to say
Wolfgang Brunner conducts the Salzburger Hofmusik in some spirited performances. If you like Haydn and Mozart, you should definitely enjoy this recording of Martines.
Johann Wilhelm Hertel Concertos - light and airy
As you listen, you can hear where Haydn and Mozart will start. But if you listen closely, you'll hear where Hertel was.
East-West Chamber Orchestra completes Weinberg series in fine style
I was hoping the East-West Chamber Orchestra would complete this set. It took a while, but I wasn't disappointed. It was definitely worth the wait.
#Classicsaday #Classical1922 Week 1
It turns out 1922 was quite an eventful year.
Le jour variable -- Stamitz anticipates Beethoven
If you're not familiar with Stamitz, start here. And discover that the 1790s talent pool extended beyond Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.
Clara Schumann - Early Piano Works
Angela Tirino performs with a light touch. Her fingers seem to glide across the keys, bringing out the fine details of the music.
Georg Philipp Telemann Sings of Love
All in all, a fine addition to Telemann's recorded cantatas.
Czerny Romantic Piano Fantasies -- entertaining if not elevating
Czerny knew his audience and I'm sure these pieces are as enjoyable to play as they are to listen to. They're definitely great fun -- just not great art.
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