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Richard Stohr Orchestral Music, Vol 3 Focuses on 1942
Ian Hobson directs the Sinfonia Varsovia in some inspired performances. I especially enjoyed their performance of the Symphony No. 2. The ensemble makes it sound expansive and symphonic, yet also thoughtful and introspective.
York Bowen, William Walton Viola Concertos Fresh and Appealing
Diyang Mei gives us a pair of excellent performances. In his day job, he's the principal violist of the Berlin Philharmonic. But he definitely has the personality to be a solo violist. Mei plays with warm expression and near-flawless technique.
Wranitzky Symphonies Anticipate Beethoven
If you like late-period Haydn and Mozart, you should enjoy Wranitzky. He was a master of his craft, and that shows in every measure.
The Wonderful Warwick Symphony Orchestra
A new weekly program premieres this Wednesday exploring classical reccordngs made in the pre-digital era.
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalHoliday Week 2 2024
It’s a holiday tradition. Share works written for December events (sacred and secular) for #ClassicaDay #Classical Holiday.
Listen & Donate! WTJU Classical Marathon brings soothing sounds December 9-15
WTJU’s 2024 Classical Marathon is a round-the-clock celebration of classical music, connecting centuries of tradition to the very moment you listen. Help ensure the superb music on WTJU continues to inspire you and our whole music-loving community in 2025. Please donate today!
#ClassicsaDay #ClassicalHoliday 2024 Week 1
It’s a holiday tradition. Post classical works written for December events in the month of December (sacred or secular).
East German Flute Concertos — Unknown in the West
All three works receive their world recording premiers here. And all three are worth the effort. Stein delivers some committed performances. Her tone is pure and her articulation always spot-on.
John Rutter: Brass at Christmas
If you've collected Rutter's recordings on Collegium, this album will augment them nicely. If not, this is an appealing stand-alone release.
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