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The Silver Screen Soundtrack Hour - Michael Giacchino
George Enescu Violin Concerto - unfinished, but unforgettable
Carolin Widmann does just that. Enescu admired Brahms. Widmann brings a little of that Brahmsian phrasing to this work.
Ernst von Dohnanyi Early Concertos Impress
Deutsche Staatsphilharmonic Rheinland-Pfalz is directed by Modestas Pitrenas. There are some standout solos by principal players. And the ensemble has a rich, homogeneous blend that well suits this music.
WorldView Episode 25: Ludolf Nielsen
#ClassicsaDay #FunintheSun Week 2
The Classics a Day team chose to catch some rays this August. And to find out how many classical composers did so with their music.
Alessandra Pompili delivers more Hovhaness gems
Alesandra Pompili gives us Hovhaness' vision in her performances. Her playing is expressive and fluid. An excellent recording.
The Silver Screen Soundtrack Hour: Korngold and the Sound of the Swashbuckler
Zygmunt Stojowski Symphony gets a new recording
Antoni Wit leads the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pflaz in some fine performances. Wit's a champion of Polish music. His direction brings out those elements -- particularly in the Suite.
Violin Concertos by Black Composers Reissue adds Florence Price
With the addition of Florence Price, Barton's survey of Black composers runs from the 1790s through the 1950s. To me, the reissue is a more comprehensive survey, and a more satisfying listen.
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