Reviews

'The best part of the disc is the surprisingly restrained and classicising but intelligently probing approach of the Piano Trio No. 2.'

Recording of the Month: 'The English Concert have set a new benchmark with their powerful recording. Crowe's steely bravura is gobsmacking and her laments make this a must-have recording.'

'... she offers performances with nerve, rhythm and character, imposing from the beginning her very particular way of expressing herself.'

'Taylor is a romantic at the keyboard, daring with his agogic accents and subtle rubato, stretching out lines almost but never to breaking point, and infusing the music with an engaging sense of impulsiveness.'

'I was astonished at how modern Rameau's writing feels, especially in a performance like this full of imagination, colour and style ... this piece of programming is a brilliant idea, wonderfully conceived and executed.'

'Not only does Clair-Obscur bestride some illuminating and unexpected juxtapositions, it confirms – were such confirmation needed – Piau’s exuberant, all-conquering versatility.'

Choice: 'Power, its corruption and corrosiveness, is the subject of this exquisite album from mezzo Kate Lindsey, joined by the brilliantly attentive artistry of Jonathan Cohen and Arcangelo.'

Excepcional: 'The magnificent direction - very lively, dramatic and contrasted, very, very much attentive to the words - is perfectly matched by the reduced personnel and a colourful and a tremendously effective basso continuo. Undoubtedly the best choice in the discography.'

'... one of the most seductive Piazzolla recordings I've encountered.'