Reviews

'This recording shines an x-ray through Bach’s keyboard writing and reveals all sorts of details that might escape the casual ear.'

'The clear radiance of Jodie Devos' soprano alone is to die for. The girls from the Radio France children's choir also make everything sound extremely smooth and precise - even where the choral interjections are merely acoustic icing on the cake.'

'The French baritone's loquaciousness and fullness are at their best here, so much so that the singer and the character become one.'

'This precious seven-course lute attributed to Martin Presbyter is usually only loaned out for a recording or a concert; Michal Gondko had the chance to spend some time with this lute, and thus to master it and make it sound ideal for a suitable repertoire.'

Recommended: 'Raffaele La Ragione is an outstanding player, who delivers stylish and differentiated performances.'

'If you want to use the album as a soft drug, you should definitely "drop" "Hypnos", preferably with headphones before or to (fall) asleep, an awesome trip is guaranteed. Side effect: the music can be addictive!'

'His Brahms has grave beauty, and his Beethoven – delivered with an exceptionally light touch – manages to sound both intimate and earth-shaking.'

Choc de Classica: 'The Macedonian pianist's style is here brought to an almost intimidating point of instrumental perfection ... a splendid record.'

Choice: 'He shows a fantastic brilliance of hand ... and he can switch to simple elegance and refinement for French-style allemandes and courantes ... Bravura stuff from a harpsichord magician.'