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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Madeleine Mitchell - Violin Songs
Madeleine Mitchell (violin) “…Madeleine Mitchell…clearly relishes giving her wonderfully lyrical tone full rein, captured in fine sound, while Andrew Ball is a perfectly discreet accompanist. Strauss's Morgen' makes an exquisite conclusion, as if everything before was merely an extension of the lengthy opening violin solo. When the voice finally enters, it does not seem the least bit out of place, and nor should it, for Elizabeth Watts's divine performance confirms that she is an exceptional young talent.” BBC Music Magazine, December 2007 **** “Madeleine Mitchell's playing is most appealing. Her tone is sweet and bright, and she and Andrew Ball are unfailingly sensitive to the nuances and character of each piece.” Gramophone Magazine, December 2007 “One of Britain's liveliest musical forces, the indefatigably adventurous violinist Madeleine Mitchell” The Times | | | (also available to download from $10.50) | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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Lorraine McAslan (violin), Nigel Clayton (piano) | |
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Annette-Barbara Vogel (violin) & Ayako Tsuruta (piano) Vogel is an avid supporter of contemporary music and has commissioned and premiered works by a number of composers. She also champions lesser known works for the violin and works by women composers. | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Janine Jansen: Beau Soir
For her first recital recording celebrated Dutch virtuoso Janine Jansen has chosen a programme of French music, performed with her regular recital partner, celebrated pianist Itamar Golan: “She's intoxicating, and with Golan as a partner, unstoppable” [The Observer, concert review] “Beau Soir” - named after Debussy's evocation of evening - takes us from dusk to the moonlit night, from lullabies into sleep, from dreams to awakening and recollection. Popular classics such as Fauré’s Berceuse and Après un rêve and Debussy's Claire de lune are contrasted with three substantial works; sonatas by Debussy and Ravel, and Messiaen's Theme and Variations. The album also includes three new works by the widely admired contemporary Swiss composer Richard Dubugnon, whose violin concerto Janine Jansen premiered in Paris in 2008. Now resident in the French capital, Richard Dubugnon acted as a consultant on the 'Beau Soir' album and shares the background to the project in the booklet essay. “All the pieces here are beautifully played. Janine Jansen doesn't force her view of the music on the listener, concentrating here on an elegant, sophisticated style, but there's always a flicker of something - a little extra pressure, or a note with faster vibrato - that brings each phrase to life. Itmar Golan shows a similarly lively musical intelligence.” Gramophone Magazine, November 2010 “Jansen explores the violin's dynamic range to intoxicating effect...Even in a golden age of brilliant young female players...Jansen's profound sensitivity to phrase, colour, dynamic and atmosphere is special.” Classic FM Magazine, December 2010 ***** “this exquisite recital finds Janine Jansen at her most seductive...what impresses is the beauty of Jansen's hushed playing. The last movements of both [sonatas] fizz and crackle, but these performances are about so much more than dazzling pyrotechnics” BBC Music Magazine, January 2011 ***** “Janine Jansen and her pianist Itamar Golan approach the Debussy Sonata with admirable restraint...[her] sound is beautiful and cultivated” International Record Review, January 2011  BBC Music Magazine
Chamber Choice - January 2011 |
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Duo Sol: Mike Tsunoda (violin) & Caroline Almonte (piano) This CD is being released in the UK to coincide with Duo Sol’s UK tour, including appearances at the Edinburgh Festival. It is a 20th century travelogue, including works by Korngold, Rachmaninov, Piazzola and Australian Matthew Hindson and Gordon Kerry. Their eclectic and innovative programme on this CD is held together by the artists’ finesse and musical intelligence. | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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Kathryn Thomas (flute) & Richard Shaw (piano) “Great British Hope,” Kathryn Thomas presents a beautiful collection of flute music by Gabriel Faure and his contemporaries. With the support of the composers Franck, Massenet, Fauré, Duparc and Saint-Saëns, the Société Nationale de Musique was set up in February 1871 to promote its distinctive symphonic and chamber music concerts. This disc presents a selection of music that featured in these concerts, many of which were premiered by France’s leading flautist at the time, Paul Taffanel. Thanks to Taffanel, a tradition of commissioning works especially for these concours began to emerge. At first the commissions were just for the flute competition but very soon, under Taffanel’s influence, new works began to be commissioned for all the wind and brass instruments. “Kathryn Thomas plays with impeccable technique and tuning, neat phrasing, and an attractive tone. Richard Shaw is a sympathetic accompanist, and Lawrence Power's eloquent viola in the Duruflé is a real bonus.” BBC Music Magazine, July 2009 **** “For her debut album, the gifted flautist Kathryn Thomas offers pieces reflective of the late-19th century "Ars Gallica" movement in French music, a rich period for flute composition largely because of the abilities of the virtuoso Paul Taffanel.” The Independent, 13th March 2009 *** | | | Usually despatched in 4 - 5 working days. |
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Don Bailey (flute), Donald Sulzen (piano) | |
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| |  | In Memoriam Lili Boulanger
Boulanger, L: | Thème et variations for piano D'un matin de printemps Nocturne Cortège for violin & piano Olivier Charlier (violin) Clairières dans le ciel Isabelle Sabrie (soprano) D'un vieux jardin D'un jardin clair Dans l'immense tristesse Doris Reinhardt (mezzo) Le Retour Doris Reinhardt (mezzo) Pie Jesu Isabelle Sabrie (soprano), Eric Lebrun (organ), Aude Perin Dureau (violin), Raphelle Semezis (cello), Magali Demesse (violin), Francis Pierre (harp), Olivier Charlier (violin), Doris Reinhardt (mezzo-soprano) | Boulanger, N: | Lux Aeterna Isabelle Sabrie (soprano), Raphelle Semezis (cello), Francis Pierre (harp), Olivier Charlier (violin) Pièce for cello and piano in E flat minor Roland Pidoux (cello) Pièce for cello and piano in C sharp minor Roland Pidoux (cello) Le Couteau Sylvie Robert (soprano) | Naoumoff: | In Memoriam Lili Boulanger Catherine Marchese (bassoon) |
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| |  | Fantaisie For Flute And Harp
Anna Noakes (flute), Gillian Tingay (harp) "The performances are beautiful" (Fanfare) | | (Sorry, download not available in your country) | |
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| |  | Kräht ja doch kein Hahn danach …Women Composers
Susanne Schrage (flute), Ina Otte (piano) | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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