Reviews

'The result is refined and exciting interpretations of some of the 20th century's finest cello sonatas.'

'The appeal of the Legends op. 59 lies in the naturalness of their expression, in their irresistible poetry and tenderness ... Macelaru seeks the eloquence right there, conducting Legends of the greatest charm. A musical idyll!'

'There is a special atmosphere in this album. It all starts seriously and builds up to something you will hear and not be able to deny. You will absolutely want to move and you are absolutely granted that by the musicians.'

'One need hardly be a prophet to predict that the album will become a best-seller in the future.'

'Everything works perfectly and one is sometimes made to believe that an eighteenth-century wind ensemble is playing.'

'This entire record is superb ... the dialogue between them is exemplary chamber music playing from beginning to end.'

'The ensemble benefits from the age-old tradition of tonal quality, stylistic diversity, expressiveness and chamber music interplay, while at the same time embodying the modern aesthetics and sound culture of the Staatskapelle Berlin.'

'This record is indeed a breath of fresh air, like a sunny moment on the beach, with no other claim than to touch our hearts. Crossover at its best.'

'The first thing that strikes you when listening to Leonardo Garcia Alarcon's new CD is the extraordinary definition and depth of the sound recording.'