Reviews

'For his first album, Florian has naturally chosen Rossini. Between sparkling, fast arias and Belcanto arias, with slow parts and great expressive phases, he chisels out a delightful programme.'

'The strength of their ensemble playing is perhaps even more apparent in the transcriptions on this album. For example, they uncover harmonies in Stravinsky and Haydn in an unprecedented way.'

Quarterly Critics Choice Lieder and Vocal Recital: 'This album stands out above all for its artistic excellence ... a quiet consolation in these sad days.'

'If you appreciate Bach’s music you will find yourself quite at home and well-entertained throughout this fine program ... Highly recommended.'

'The playing is of the very highest level. Patricia Kopachinskaja and pianist Joonas Ahonen take great pleasure in exploring this repertoire to their heart’s content, with Antheil’s Sonata being the highlight, of course.'

'We admire Francesco Corti's supple and lively polyphony, the elegance and safety of his playing, his fluid and energetic style, his delicate ornamentation.'

'The album may not replace a holiday in Spain, but listening to it you still have the feeling you are there!'

'The finale opens with a brooding cello cadenza which suddenly accelerates into a propulsive exchange with congas and bongos, given almost co-soloist status in parts of this movement, which now develops into a lively, wild dance sequence.'

'... it explores a different facet of Piau’s artistry while presenting arias that are, in many cases, underserved treasures. Highly recommended.'