Reviews

'The result is a strong, highly cohesive song recital from a major contemporary soprano, reflecting a sense of singer-accompanist collaboration that is rare in the present day.'

'The slightly later English style of sweet concordant harmonies perfectly suits their expertise in close harmony, and their performances of Forest’s ‘Qualis est dilectus’ and Damett’s ‘Beata Dei genetrix’ are entrancing.'

'All of the performances here by Alpha’s distinguished line-up of musicians are as involving as they are virtuoso, and the recording is clear and well balanced.'

Recording of the Month: 'Is there such a thing as a faultless recording? Probably not – but this is perhaps as close as one might hope to get. Definitely a recording of the year for me.'

'By all means, get this one. You won’t believe your ears.'

'In summary, there is plenty to enjoy here, with just tempos, mainly crisp articulation and a thoughtful approach to style.'

'Her close-to-flawless technical security remains a constant throughout, and her voice now offers a wide range of colours and options besides the lovely bell-like purity with which she made her name.'

'... the early cantata Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit is a grander affair with its sublime choruses and unusual instrumentation.'

'An Orfeo that sweeps us off our feet as rarely, and places itself in the very first ranks of a particularly rich and distinguished discography.'