Reviews

'Countertenor Damien Guillon honours this music with his refined and varied sense of expression which goes hand in hand with the choice of accompaniment.'

Classical Album of the Week: 'A clear, nuanced and beautifully balanced account of Haydn’s Farewell Symphony. The lesser-known Symphony No. 15 in D Major and the Symphony No. 35 in B-flat Major receive fresh and detailed performances as well.'

'The concertos themselves are also very strong, with Trpčeski avoiding a light, bouncy tone in the Piano Concerto No. 2 in F major, Op. 102, in favor of a longer-term energy that makes for quite an infectious ride.'

'These readings get to the heart of three difficult scores without compromise and with considerable beauty.'

'Antonini’s orchestra’s bracing textures, swift but unrushed tempi and his evocations of Morning’s famous “Sunrise” and Evening’s spectacular storm must be heard.'

'… Trpčeski, compelling on each track, accompanied by the Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava carefully directed by Christian Măcelaru and the acrobatic trumpet player Andrei Kavalinski.'

'It is the singing on this recording that is the main draw ... The expressive singing of the group, which avoids simple divisions into lyrical and intellectual, brings these small pieces alive at a distance of 600 years.'

'Characterful, sensitive and theatrically vibrant playing abounds, and there are myriad opportunities for orchestral soloists to shine. Such wonderful music and superb playing makes you wish the series would never end!'

'For the present, Trpčeski gives us a performance for the present day and will be my favoured recording from now on. All in all, this entire disc really packs a punch and fulfils my hope that it would provide a perfect introduction to this great composer.'