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❦James Willshire, piano“Jennings’ music generally has a romantic beauty to it... The music is almost always tonal and has a generally positive, sunny outlook; it can be out-and-out jubilant at times. As attractive as Jennings’ music is, it is also music of

substance; none of it is fluff, and there’s a clear sense that the composer has meticulously made this so.” - Ballyk, EA (1 CD) (Divine Art) DVT 25110 $19.99

The Songs of Richard Tauber / Piotr Beczala, tenorAcclaimed Polish-born tenor Piotr Bec-zala pays tribute to the Austrian singer Richard Tauber (1891-1948). In this recording Beczala shares popular songs from Tauber’s repertoire - a delightful recital of operetta favorites by Lehar, Kal-

man Robert Stolz, Johann Strauss II, among others - and continues the tradition set forth by legendary predeces-sors like Fritz Wunderlich and Nicolai Gedda. (1CD) DGG B001833702 $17.98

Over three decades of exceptional artistry on 15 CDsOriginally planned as an 85th birthday tribute, this set documents the exceptional artistry by Sir Colin Davis. He was a musician of incomparable integrity and class, and produced recordings of the highest quality and scope. (15 CDs) 15 DEC B001850302 $75.98

Viola Concerto; Symphony No. 4 / Nils MoenkerneyBerger composed his Viola Concerto in 1959: a beautiful and lyrical work entirely removed from the trends of the time. The Echo Klassik prizewinner Nils Moenkemey-er is the soloists for this first recording of a forgotten gem and Horia Andreescu leads

the Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra. (1 CD) CPO 777756 $16.99

Eugen Jochum, Dresden StaatskapelleThis recording includes the complete Bruckner symphonies, plus Symphony No. 0. “... The set is a document of considerable worth. Jochum’s dedication to Bruckner’s music throughout a long and distinguished career has been exemplary; he loves the music deeply and communicates that love with fervor.” (10 CDs) 10 BLC 94707 $49.49

❦Óscar Esplá: Music for PianoArtists: Martin Jones, piano (2 CD) (Nimbus Records) 2 NIM 5889 $27.99 On Sale“[Jones] is the perfect advocate for these wonderfully simple but beautifully crafted delicate

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❦Weber: Der Freischütz / Colin DavisArtists: Christine Brewer, soprano; Sally Matthews, soprano; Simon O’Neill, tenor Sir Colin Davis /London Sym. Chorus; London SO. (2 SA Hybrid CD) (LSO Live (London SO)

2 LSO 0726 $23.99 “Viewing Weber as one of Wagner’s major precursors, Davis presents the opera on the grandest of scales, with big orchestral forces, and a pair of established Wagnerian leads.” -The Guardian

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Featured New ReleasesBritten: Piano Concerto; Violin Concerto / Tasmin Little, Howard Shelley

Tying in with the 100-year anniversary in 2013 of the composer’s birth, Chandos presents two of Britten’s works, performed by the BBC Philharmonic under Edward Gardner with stellar soloists Tasmin Little and Howard Shelley (both works are the revised versions). The Violin Concerto is essentially tragic and weighty in tone. The Piano Concerto - in a rare recording with the

original third movement, “Recitative and Aria” - is generally lighter and brighter. (1 CD) CHA 10764 $18.99

Bruckner: Complete Symphonies / Eugen Jochum, Dresden StaatskapelleThis recording includes the complete Bruckner symphonies, plus Symphony No. 0. The classic and authoritative recording of the glorious Staats-kapelle Dresden is a gem from the EMI catalogue. Gramophone said of the conductor, “... The set is a document of considerable worth. Jochum’s dedi-cation to Bruckner’s music throughout a long and

distinguished career has been exemplary; he loves the music deeply and communicates that love with fervor.” (10 CDs) BLC 94707 $49.49

Théodore Gouvy: Oedipe a Colone, opera / After the premiere of Oedipus at Colonus in 1881, not much more was heard about Gouvy’s opera. Joachim Fontaine examined the score under its layer of archival mold and spent many years reconstructing it and working toward its revival. This is the first recording of the opera since its reconstruction. The excellend cast includes Christa Ratzenboeck, Vinzenz Haab,

Stephen Roberts and Joseph Cornwell. (2 CD) CPO 777825 $31.99

Wilhelm Georg Berger: Viola Concerto; Symphony No. 4 Berger composed his Viola Concerto in 1959: a lyrical work entirely removed from the trends of the time, standing singularly and uniquely in the viola literature. The Echo Klassik prizewinner Nils Moenkemeyer is the soloists for this first recording of a forgotten gem and Horia Andreescu leads the Berlin Radio Symphony Or-chestra. (1 CD) CPO 777756 $16.99

Heart’s Delight: The Songs of Richard Tauber / Piotr Beczala, tenorAcclaimed Polish-born tenor Piotr Beczala pays tribute to the Austrian singer Richard Tauber (1891-1948). In this recording Beczala shares popular songs from Tauber’s repertoire - a delightful recital of operetta favorites by Lehar, Kalman Robert Stolz, Johann Strauss II, among others - and continues the tradition set forth by legendary predecessors like

Fritz Wunderlich and Nicolai Gedda. (1CD) DGG B001833702 $17.98

Handel: Jephtha / John Mark Ainsley Akademie fur Alte Musik BerlinOne of the best recordings of Handel’s large scale and impressive oratorio, Jephtha is played on period instruments by the Akademie fur Alte Musik Berlin. In the title role is renowned British lyric tenor John Mark Ainsley, who continues to enjoy an active interna-tional career. Other cast members include Christiane Oelze, Julia Gooding, Catherine Denley, Axel Kohler

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Wagner: Das Rheingold / Marek Janowski (live, 11/22/12)The sixth installment of PentaTone’s Wagner Edition brings us to the epic story of Tannhäuser, performed by top Wagner singers, the Rundfunkchor and Sinfonieorchester Berlin, and conductor Marek Janowski. The cast includes Tomasz Konieczny, Christian Elsner and Iris Vermillion. This Wagner Edition represents the first time in record-ing history that a label has recorded all major Wagner operas with the same orchestra, choir and conductor. (1 CD) PTE 5186406 $18.99

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Featured New ReleasesMorgenlicht - Sacred Songs and Chorales / Berlin

Radio ChorusThis new release from Deutsche Grammophon presents some of the most loved hymns, span-ning soft and heavenly as well as powerful and uplifting choral selec-tions. In their first complete disc

for DG, the peerless Rundfunkchor Berlin sing with astonishing clarity and beauty. Morgenlicht features the famous ‘Morning Has Broken’, arranged by John Rutter and sung in German as well as two new cho-ral arrangements that have been especially written for this CD: ‘Bewahre uns Gott’ and ‘Ich lobe meinen Gott.’ (1 CD) DGG B001833402 $17.98

Britten: Choral Works & Operas for Children [7 CDs]In celebration of Benjamin Britten’s 100th anniversary, EMI Classics releases Britten: Choral Works & Opera or children. His imaginative text setting and the artful melodies of works such as Rejoice in the Lamb, A

Ceremony of carols and the ironic War Requiem have captive listeners throughout the 20th century and beyond. Among the world-class performers featured in the collection are Robert Tear, Janet Baker, Elisabeth Soderstorm and the Choir of King’s College Cambridge. (7 CDs) 7 EMI 151562B $33.98

David Oistrakh plays Famous Concertos [5 CDs]Among the numerous famous performers the 20th century gave to the world, David Oistra-kh ranks especially high. Oistra-kh recorded violin concertos by Bach, Mozart, Viotti, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Brahms, Dvorák,

and Taneyev in the 1950s and 1960s. He was in the prime of his performing career, appearing with Herbert von Karajan, Alexander Gauk, Kirill Kondrashin, and Gennady Rozhdestvensky. The performances of Brahms’ and Franck’s sonatas by David Oistrakh and Sviatoslav Richter, also fea-tured in this set. (5 CDs) 5 MELY 1001931 $50.99

Sir Colin Davis: The Philips Years [15 CDs]Originally planned as an 85th birthday tribute, this set documents over three decades of exceptional artistry by Sir Colin Davis, who died on Sunday14th April 2013. He was a musician of incomparable

integrity and class. Davis produced recordings of the highest quality and scope; the first (and still greatest) Berlioz cycle, pioneering Tippett, superb Haydn and Mozart, top-rank Sibelius, Beethoven, Stravinsky, Dvorak and Britten. His many recording orchestras included the English Chamber, London Symphony, BBC Symphony, Royal Opera House, Royal Concertgebouw, Boston Symphony, Bavarian Radio and Dresden Staatskapelle, also the Berlin and Vienna Philharmonics. (available 6/18/2013) (15 CDs) 15 DEC B001850302 $75.98

Wilhelm Peterson-Berger: Violin Sonatas Hardly any objections can be levelled against Peterson-Berger’s formal mastery. His developmental episodes are natural, and he has a fine sense of proportions. He was also able to strike a tone of folk character

even before this became a part of him. Surprises enrich every listening moment of this first recording - interpreted by violinist Ulf Wallin and pianist Love Derwinger with verve and tonal beauty! (1 CD) CPO 999703 $16.99

J.S. Bach: Violin Concertos / Thomas ZehetmairInRecorded in 1994 this recording of Bach’s violin concertos has lost nothing of its freshness and sparkle. Zehetmair open and unconventional mind kindled his interest in the Historical Early Music Practice, and his

interpretations of the baroque repertoire show a deep insight in the style, while never losing his innate musicality and “spielfreude.” (1 CD) BLC 94666 $8.99

Gunter Wand conducts Bruckner & BrahmsGunter Wand was one of the most important German conductors of the past century and was famous for his search for absolute fidelity to the Brahms and Bruckner symphonies. This was his

maxim: “The utmost one can achieve is, not to interpret the music, but to understand it.” On this four CD set, Wand conducts the Gurzenich-Orchester Koln in performances of Brahfms’ Symphonies Nos. 2 & 4 and the Bruckner Symphony No. 8. (4 CDs) AANT 233703 $26.99

Respighi Tone Poems / Philharmonia Orchestra [2 CDs]The Roman Trilogy consisting of “Fountains of Rome,” “Pines of Rome” and “Festivals of Rome” is among Respighi’s best-known and best-loved work. It is complemented here by four lesser-known works: “Church

Windows,” “Metamorphoseon,” “Belkis,” “Queen of Scheba” and “Brazilian Impressions.” The Philharmonia Orchestra is conducted by Geoffrey Simon and Yan Pascal Tortelier and is available at the special price of two CDs for one. (1 CD) CHA 24145 $18.99

Nicolai: Masse in D; Sacred Choral Music /As Mendelssohn’s successor of the Berlin Cathedral, Nicoli composed the Mass in D major, a sacred work well worth discovering and an important contribution to 19th century church music. Consono presents

several other choral works which with their varied scorings show the diversity of Nicolai’s sacred compositions. Vocal soloists include Sarah Schnier, Alexandra Thomas and Wolfgang Klose. (1 CD) CRS 83341 $18.99

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Works: Membra Jesu Nostri - Passions & Trauermusiken Artists: Jorg Breiding/Barockensemble L’Arco; Himlische Cantorey; Knabenchor

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NXS 8572805 $9.99 “The opera opens in a high mountains meadow, among jagged snowy peaks and early morning stars, clouded in a mist that is visible in the day’s first light. d’Albert’s music is highly evocative of this setting; you can listen to roughly half of the prologue on the sample that accompanies this review.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Robert Kahn: Piano Quartet no 2; 7 Songs from “Jungbrunnen”; Serenade for String Trio

Artists: Hohenstaufen Ensemble. (1 CD) (Hanssler Classic) HAN 98010 $18.99 “Like Brahms, Kahn’s music is marked by an emotional reserve in favor of attention to structure and technique when compared to other late Romantic composers. This is evident in all of the works on this Hänssler Classic CD, especially in the Piano Quartet which begins the program.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Carl Heinrich Graun: Easter Oratorio / Kolner Akademie, Willens

Artists: Koufochristou, Saskova, Kobow, Wolf (1 CD) (CPO ) CPO 777794 $16.99 The world premiere recording of Graun’s Easter Oratorio, interpreted on historical instruments by the Kolner Akademie led by Willens. The music is imaginative and festive and displays a musical affinity to Bach’s cantata oeuvre. The more complex, more finely crafted melodic formation stands out significantly from the simplicity of

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Lieder, for voice & piano (or orchestra). Artists: Bo Holten/Aalborg SO; Aarhus University Choir. Hanne Fischer (Mzz Sop). (1 CD) (DaCapo) DACO 8226096 $16.99 “All of this music is colored by a post-romantic sound, with influences of Schoenberg, Berg and even Mahler being apparent... I was initially drawn to feature this title on E.A. for the symphonic poem The Rainbow Snake. With a masterful and extraordinarily random quality to its rhythms and harmonies, a powerful, generative nature is created.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Seppo Pohjola: Symphonies nos 1 & 2

Artists: Sakari Oramo/Finnish RSO. (1 CD) (Alba) ABA 339 $14.99 On Sale“The Finnish Radio Symphony under Sakari Oramo executes

masterfully. No matter how much they overwhelm you in sound, there’s this feeling that they can give a little bit more; they play at this point of balance where an orchestra is at its most powerful.” - Ballyk, EA

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LFT 1119 $18.99 “The program is made up of remnants, unfinished works, youthful endeavors and other pieces that have been orphaned from the larger works originally intended to contain them. As such, it’s rather a diverse collection of music - marches, motets, pieces that are exuberant and others that are tranquil - but Mendelssohn all, and without doubt, well worth your attention.” - Ballyk, EA

❦J. Pickard: Tenebrae; Piano Concerto; Sea-Change

Artists: Martyn Brabbins/Norrköping SO. (1 CD) (BIS (Sweden)) BIS 1873 $18.99 “The music is evocative - moods and atmospheres are created

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❦Charles Dolle (1700-1755): Pieces de Viole (suites)

Artists: Petr Wagner, Viola da Gamba; Jacques Ogg, harpsichord (1 CD) (ARS Productions) ARSP 38518 $20.49 “Of these two well known composers for the viol, Dollé’s

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❦Sigismund von Neukomm: Chamber Music

Works: Quintet; Septet; Octet; Nonet Artists: Kammerensemble Classic der Deutschen Opera Berlin. (1 CD) (CPO ) CPO 777621 $16.99

“Each piece is relatively brief and all are in one movement only... The music is all very fun to listen to. If you enjoy the wind music of Hummel, Reicha, Danzi or Krommer, you’ll enjoy this too... Performances are stylistically homogeneous, perfectly balanced, tuned, and recorded in a big rich sound.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Johann Conradi & Jan Losy: Pieces for Lute (1724)

Artists: Jose Miguel Moreno, Baroque lute (1 CD) (Glossa) GLS 920113 $18.49 On Sale“Lutenist José Miguel Moreno performs beautifully, and sums it up in the album notes simply and succinctly stating ‘The music is fantastic!’” - Ballyk, EA

❦Théodore Gouvy: Orchestral Works

Works: Symphony No. 4; Symphonie brève; Fantaisie symphonique Artists: Jacques Mercier/Deutsche Radio Philharmonie. (1 CD) (CPO )

CPO 777382 $16.99 “This is music of astonishingly high quality to be heard here in absolutely first rate performances! ... It was very difficult selecting a excerpt to feature for this recommendation, because it’s all so darn good...” - Ballyk, EA

❦David Jennings: Music for Piano

Works: Piano Sonata; 3 Sonatinas; 3 Lyrical Pieces; Miniature Suite Artists: James Willshire, piano (1 CD) (Divine Art) DVT 25110 $19.99

“Jennings’ music generally has a romantic beauty to it... The music is almost always tonal and has a generally positive, sunny outlook; it can be out-and-out jubilant at times. As attractive as Jennings’ music is, it is also music of substance; none of it is fluff, and there’s a clear sense that the composer has meticulously made this so.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Six Fish: Guitar Trek Celebrating 25 Years

Works by: Westlake, Houghton, Charlton, Wesley-Smith, Charlton Artists: Guitar Trek. (1 CD) (Tall Poppies) TLP 221 $20.49 “Celebrating its 25th Anniversary

this year, Guitar Trek has dramatically expanded the possibilities of the traditional guitar quartet. They have done this from the beginning with their pioneering guitar family project... In addition to the standard classical guitar, Guitar Trek performs on treble, baritone and bass guitars - all acoustic instruments.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Christopher Blake: Angel at Ahipara

Works: Christopher Blake (Oboe): Angel at Ahipara; Anthem on the Kaipara; Christ at Whangape; Night Journey to Pawarenga. Artists: Kenneth Young/Strings of the New

Zealand SO. (1 CD) (Atoll) ATOL 441 $18.99 “Blake’s music, somber and austere, cold and brooding, captures in music the image in the [cover photo]. It is very beautiful, not in terms of melody or harmony, but in the music’s honest, direct, spiritual expression.” - Ballyk, EA

❦Gudmundur Högnason: Hymnodia Sacra

Works: Anonymous, Icelandic (17th and 18th centuries); Claude Goudimel, Matthias Greiter, Gudmundur Högnason, Arni Heimir Ingólfsson, Statius Olthof. Artists: Arni Heimir Ingolffson/Nordic Affect; Carmina Chamber Choir (1 CD) (Smekkleysa) SMEK 74 $18.99 “This is beautiful music from a constellation of a time and place that few of us have ever imagined, let alone heard.” - Ballyk, EA

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Fernando Lopes-Graca: The Piano ConcertosWorks: Fernando Lopes-Graça (1906 - 1994): Concertos for Piano nos 1 & 2. Artists: Matthias Bamert/Orquestra Sinfonica do Porta - Casa da Musica. Eldar Nebolsin (Pno).

(1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8572817 $9.99 Though rooted in folk music, the music of Fernando Lopes-Graca absorbed influences not only from much earlier composers such as Scarlatti and Seixas, but from contemporaries such as Bartók. These influences are potent in the Piano Concerto No.

1 of 1940, a highly personal, atmospheric and superbly orchestrated work imbued with bittersweet romanticism.

21st Century Spanish Guitar, Vol. 1 Works by: Morales-Caso; Brotons; Del Puerto; Cruz de Castro; Llorca; Balda. Artists: Adam Levin, guitar (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8573024 $9.99 This first of four volumes

represents award-winning guitarist Adam Levin’s major collaboration with the new century’s ‘Spanish Masters’. Adam Levin has been acclaimed for his ‘enviable technique’ and a ‘high musicianship which shines like a beacon through his performances’. (Classical Guitar magazine)

Antonio Soler: Keyboard Sonatas / ZhdanovWorks: Antonio Soler (1729-1783): Keyboard Sonatas Nos. 28-41 Artists: Denis Zhdanov, piano (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8573084 $9.99 The sonatas manage to absorb the influence of Domenico

Scarlatti but also exude the prevailing modernist trends of Vienna. Some are designed in pairs, and many employ subtle echo effects, syncopation and exciting, athletic leaps.

The Choral Music of Bob ChilcotWorks: Bob Chilcott: Everyone Sang; A Little Jazz Mass; I Share Creation; Aesop’s Fables. Artists: Gemma Beeson, piano; Christopher Finch/Wellensian Consort; Will Todd Trio. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA)

NXS 8573158 $9.99 Described by The Observer as “a contemporary hero of British Choral Music”, Bob Chilcott is one of today’s most widely performed composers of choral music.

Giorgio Federico Ghedini: Violin SonatasWorks: Giorgio Federico Ghedini: Violin Sonatas; Bizzarria; Due Poemi. Artists: Emy Bernecoli, violin; Massimo Giuseppe Bianchi, piano (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8572828 $9.99

Contemporary with those of Respighi, Pizzetti and Alfano, the Violin Sonatas display a real sense of creative freedom and are notable for their structural originality, beautiful harmonies and tonal and rhythmic invention.

Wind Symphonies by Flagello and RosnerWorks: Flagello: Symphony No. 2 ‘Symphony Of The Winds’; Rosner: Symphony No. 8 ‘Trinity’ Artists: David Bertman/University of Houston Wind Ensemble; University of Houston Saxophone Quartet. (1 CD)

(Naxos (USA) NXS 8573060 $9.99 Nicolas Flagello’s traditional later-romantic musical values and powerfully emotional and spiritual expressiveness are explored deeply in this program.

Gesualdo: Madrigals Books 5 and 6 Artists: Marco Longhini/Delitiae Musicae. (3 CD) (Naxos (USA) 3 NXS 8573147 $9.99 Published together in 1611, the Fifth and Sixth Books of Madrigals are a collection of madrigals by a composer

whose boundless invention and creativity was unrestrained by an employer’s demands or the constraints of courtly convention.

Grieg: 3 Concertos for Violin & Chamber OrchestraWorks: Grieg: Three Concertos for Violin and Chamber Orchestra (after the violin sonatas) Artists: Henning Kraggerud, violin; Tromso Chamber Orchestra. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA)

NXS 8573137 $9.99 Grieg never wrote a violin concerto, and the foremost Norwegian violinist of his generation, Henning Kraggerud, has taken up the challenge of creating three new concertos from the sonatas.

Havergal Brian: Symphonies; English Suite No. 1 Works: Havergal Brian: Symphonies Nos. 22, 23 and 24; English Suite No. 1 Artists: Alexander Walker/New Russia State SO. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8572833 $9.99 Havergal Brian’s Symphonies

Nos. 22-24, written within a nine-month period between 1964 and 1965, all share a concern for march-rhythms, changeable moods and developing variation.

Shostakovich: Symphony No. 7 / PetrenkoArtists: Vasily Petrenko/Royal Liverpool PO. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8573057 $9.99


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Ian Venables: Complete Works for Solo PianoWorks: Ian Venables (b.1955): Complete Works for Solo Piano Artists: Graham J. Lloyd, piano (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8573156 $9.99 This new recording introduces us to Ian Venables’ music for solo

piano written between 1975 and 2001 - music that ranges from deeply reflective and wistful to his lighter pieces, full of charm and joie de vivre.

Into the Night: Contemporary Choral MusicWorks: Contemporary Choral Music by Whitacre, Paulus; Childs; Part Tavener; Lauridsen; Ticheli Artists: David Childs/Vox Humana. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8572511 $9.99 The richness of contemporary

choral music is explored on this recording of works by some of today’s leading composers from across three continents.

Laureate Series / Rovshan Mamedkuliev, guitarWorks by: de Falla, Amirov, Llobet, Rudnev, Albeniz, Turina, Brouwer et al. Artists: Rovshan Mamedkuliev, guitar (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8573179 $9.99 Rovshan Mamedkuliev was first

prize-winner at the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America Competition in 2012.

Orchestral Music & Songs of Luis Tinoco Works: Luis Tinoco (b.1969): Round Time; From the Depth of Distance; Search Songs; Songs from the Solitary Dreamer Artists: Ana Quintans; Yeree Suh; Raquel Camarinha, sopranos. David Alan Miller/

Orquestra Gulbenkian. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8572981 $9.99 Conductor David Alan Miller writes, “Drawing inspiration from sources as diverse as French Impressionism and Brazilian Jazz, Tinoco creates a sound world that is uniquely, distinctly Portuguese...”

Stefano Pavesi (1779-1850): Ser MarcantonioArtists: Marco Filippo Romano; Loriana Castellano; Matteo D’Apolito; Timur Bekbosunov Massimo Spadano/Camerata Bach Choir, Poznan; Sudwestdeutsches Kammerorchester Pforzheim.

(2 CD) (Naxos (USA) 2 NXS 8660331 $19.99 Stefano Pavesi’s opera, nearly swept away by the Rossini operatic avalanche, sets up a typical late eighteenth-century opera buffa plot full of intrigue, buffoonery, disguises and cases of mistaken identity.

The Early Music of Capilla Antigua de ChinchillaArtists: José Ferrero/Capilla Antigua de Chinchilla. (3 CD) (Naxos (USA) 3 NXS 8503270 $19.99 Troubadours, poet-singers, and mystics composed the most vibrant songs and sacred music of the Middle Ages.

Rossini: Complete Overtures, Vol. 2 [CD]Works: Rossini: Demetrio e Polibio; Eduardo e Cristina; Guillaume Tell; Il Signor Bruschino; L’ Inganno felice; La Scala di seta. Artists: Christian Benda/Prague Sinfonia Orch. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA)

NXS 8570934 $9.99 Volume 1 of this series (8.570933) was described by MusicWeb Internationalas “an admirable start to what looks like being a very desirable series”.

Rossini: Overtures, Vol. 1 [Blu-ray Audio]Works: Rossini: La gazza ladra; William Tell; The Silken Ladder; Le siège de Corinthe, etc. Artists: Christian Benda, Prague Sinfonia Orchestra (1 Blu-Ray Audio) (Naxos Blu-Ray) NXS 0028 $19.99

Dvorak: The Complete Orchestral Works [17 CDs]Artists: Various Artists (17 CD) (Naxos (USA)

17 NXS 8501702 $58.49 The complete symphonies are complemented by three charismatic concertos and a wealth of folk- and narrative-

inspired orchestral works.

Mozart: The Complete Symphonies Artists: Barry Wordsworth/Capella Istropolitana; Nicholas Ward/Norther CO. (11 CD) (Naxos (USA) 11 NXS 8501109 $58.49

The Complete Beethoven: Symphonies; Concertos; OverturesArtists: Barry Wordsworth/Kenneth Jean/Stephen Gunzenhauser/Béla Drahos. Takako Nishizaki (Vln); Jenö Jandó (Pno); Maria Kliegel (Clo); Stefan Vladar (Pno); Dong-Suk

Kang (Vln). (12 CD) (Naxos (USA) 12 NXS 8501204 $58.49 This bargain priced twelve CD set contains the complete symphonies, concertos and overtures of Beethoven in highly acclaimed performances by the label’s roster of celebrated artists.

Sousa: Music for Wind Band, Vol. 12 Works: Revival March; Right Forward March; Peaches and Cream; Leaves from My Notebook; Chris and the Wonderful Lamp, highlights; Mikado medley; The Honored Dead. Artists: Keith Brion/Royal

Swedish Navy Band. (1 CD) (Naxos (USA) NXS 8559691 $9.99

Music Inspired by Shakespeare / Antoni WitArtists: Antoni Wit/Polish National RSO; National Sym. of Ukraine; Slovak Philharmonic. (5 CD) (Naxos (USA) 5 NXS 8505236 $49.49 This Naxos collection includes Mendelssohn’s “A Midsummer

Night’s Dream,” Tchaikovsky’s “Hamlet Fantasy Overture” and “The Tempest,” and more.


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4-Tay RecordsThe music of Joelle Wallach / Univ. of N. TexasWorks: Joelle Wallach (1946 - ): Alleycat Love Song; Lágrimas y locuras; Organal Voices, for bassoon & vibraphone; Pax; Sin mañanas; The Firefighters’ Prayer. Artists: University of North Texas Faculty. William Trigg (Vibraphone); Elizabeth Rodgers (Pno); Christopher Vassiliades (Pno); Isabelle Ganz (Mzz Sop); Marie Therese Mattingly (Mzz Sop). (1 CD) (4 Tay) 4TY 4035 $16.99

Music For Your Star Sign: Gemini Works by: Grieg, Schumann, Wagner, Nicolai and Offenbach Artists: various performers (1 CD) (AAO Music) AAO UMMC67022 $6.98

Reger: The Forgotten Romantic / Piano WorksWorks: Max Reger: Silhouettes, Io. 53; Ten Small Lecture Pieces, Op. 44; Six Imtermezzi, Op. 45; Leaves and Flowers; Six Piano Pieces Artists: Martha Thomas, piano (2 CD) (ACA Digital) 2 ACD 20062 $24.99

Brahms & Bruckner: Symphonies / WandWorks: Brahms: Symphonies Nos. 2 & 4; Bruckner: Symphony No. 8 Artists: Gunter Wand/Gurzenich-Orchester Koln. (4 CD) (Acanta) 4 AANT 233703 $26.99 “The utmost one can achieve is, not to interpret the music, but to understand it.” -Gunter Wand

Debussy: The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian Artists: Will Quadflieg, Bernhard Minetti, Margot Guilleaume, Anny Schlemm, Anni Bernards. Ernest Ansermet (1 CD) (Acanta) AANT 233675 $19.99

AccentJ.A. Hasse: Harpsichord Sonatas & ToccatasArtists: Luca Guglielmi, harpsichord (Accent) ACT 24255 $20.49

Corellimania / Harmonie Universelle, DeuterWorks: Concerti grossi by Corelli, Mossi, Locatelli, Vivaldi, Geminiani Artists: Monica Waisman Florian Deuter/Harmonie Universelle. (Accent) ACT 24281 $20.49

Johann Gottlieb Janitsch: Berlin Quartets Works: Johann Gottlieb Janitsch: Berlin Quartets for flute, oboe and basso continuo Artists: Il Gardellino. (Accent) ACT 24262 $20.49

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❦Nostalgia: Lyrical Finnish Music for Strings Works: Music for Strings by Kajanus, Sibelius, Merikanto, Raito, Klami, Madetoja. Artists: artists Juha Kangas/Ostrobothnian CO. (1 SA CD) (Alba) ABA 344 $14.99 On Sale

Albany RecordsThe Music of Amy Williams: Crossings Works: Amy Williams: Richer Textures, Brigid’s Flame, Falling, Astoria, et al. Artists: Jeffrey Jacobs; Amy Williams: Bugallo-Williams Piano Duo; JACK Quartet. (1 CD) (Albany Records) ALB 1415 $16.99

Bottesini’s Greatest Hits - Mark MortonWorks: Bottesini: Fantasy on Themes from La Sonambula, Reverie, Tarantella, et al.; Paganini: Variation on One String. Artists: Mark Morton, double bass (2 CD) (Albany) 2 ALB 1411 $35.99 This unique recording features Mark Morton performing the double bass and piano parts of popular works by Bottesini and Paganini on the first disc, while the second disc contains all the piano accompaniments performed by Mark Morton and is intended as a play-along disc for bassists.

Steven R. Gerber: (Mostly) Solo Piano Music Works: Steven R. Gerber (b.1948): (Mostly) Solo Piano Music - Three Little Duets, Two Intermezzi, Piano Sonata, et al. Artists: Steven Gerber, piano; Gregory Fulkerson, violin; Jennifer Rinehart, piano (1 CD) (Albany Records) ALB 1416 $16.99

Findlay in Blue / Findlay Cockrell, pianoWorks by: Gershwin, Gottschalk, Gould. Artists: Findlay Cockrell, piano (1 CD) (Albany Records) ALB 1414 $16.99

David Patterson: Loon’s Tail Flashing Works: Chamber music of David Patterson Artists: A. Hern Baumgartner and Charles Peltz.David Patterson/New England Conservatory Wind Ensemble. (1 CD) (Albany) ALB 1417 $16.99 Includes two works written for James Pellerite, former principal flutist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, and now a virtuoso on the Native American flute.

Je Voy le Bon Tens Venir Works: A collection of courtly and dance songs from the later medieval period. Artists: François Lazarevitch/Les Musiciens de Saint-Julien. (1 CD) (Alpha Productions) AHP 189 $18.99 A collection of courtly and dance songs of the later medieval period, Les Musiciens de Saint-Julien explore a poetic, colorful world of peasants and knights where subtle love songs engage in dialogue with boisterous dance tunes.

Art Nouveau - Lieder & MelodiesWorks: Ravel: Ballade de la reine morte d’aimer; Manteau de fleurs; Mélodies populaires grecques (5); Rêves; Tripatos; Ottorino Respighi: Deità silvane; R. Strauss; Alexander von Zemlinsky (1871 - 1942). Artists: Teodora Gheorghiu, soprano; Jonathan Aner, piano (1 CD) (Aparte) AART 054 $18.99 Soprano Teodora Gheorghiu presents a song recital focusing on composers that evoke the spirit of the Art Nouveau period.


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La Lanterna Magica - Paganini: Violin SonatasWorks: Paganini: Sonatas for Violin & Guitar Artists: Keiko Yamaguchi, violin; Rosario Conte, guitar (1 CD) (Carpe Diem) CARP 16297 $16.99

Nicolai: Masse in D; Sacred Choral Music Artists: Sarah Schnier, Alexandra Thomas, wolfgang Klose; Lucas Singer. Harald Jers/Folkwang Kammerorchester Essen; Kammerchor Consono. (1 CD) (Carus) CRS 83341 $18.99

Danzi: The Mountain Spirit, Romantic opera Works: Franz Ignaz Danzi: Der Berggeist. Artists: Colin Balzer, Daniel Ochoa, Sophie Harmsen, Sarah Wegener, Christian Immler. Frieer Bernius/Stuttgart Chamber Choir; Stuttgart Hofkapelle. (1 CD) (Carus) CRS 83296 $18.99

In Rhythm - works for clarinet & pianoWorks: works for clarinet & piano by Gershwin, Templeton, Copland, Reich, Bernstein. Artists: Sebastian Manz, clarinet; Martin Klett, piano (1 CD) (CAvi Music) CAVI 8553271 $14.49 On Sale

Delights & Dances / Chicago SinfoniettaWorks: Works by Michael Abels, Benjamin Lees, Leonard Bernstein, An-Lun Huang Artists: Chicago Sinfonietta; Harlem Quartet. (1 CD) (Cedille) CDL 141 $14.99 On SaleThis release includes three world premiere recordings.

The Celebrated New York Concerts, Vol. 7 /Mordecai Shehori, pianoWorks by: Clementi, Liszt, Bach, Chopin, Moszkowski. Artists: Mordecai Shehori, piano (Cembal d’amour) CDA 172 $15.99

CentaurMendelssohn: Violin Concerto; Symphony no 4Works: Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E minor; Symphony no 4 “Italian” Artists: Zsolt Kallo, violin. Nicholas McGegan/Capella Savaria. (Centaur) CEN 3287 $16.99

Beethoven: Late Piano Music / Richard CioncoWorks: Beethoven: Sonatas nos 30 & 32; Bagatelles, Op. 126 Artists: Richard Cionco, piano (Centaur) CEN 3235 $16.99

Farrenc: Violin Sonata; Cello SonataWorks: Louise Dumont Farrenc: Violin Sonata Op. 39; Cello Sonata Op. 46 Artists: Mary Ellen Haupert, piano; Nancy Oliveros, violin; Kirsten Whitson, cello (Centaur) CEN 3271 $16.99

William Schmidt: Quartets for SaxophonesWorks: William Schmidt: Quartets for Saxophones nos 1 - 5; Prelude & Rondo; Saxophone Suite Artists: Sempre Saxophone Quartet. (Centaur) CEN 3262 $16.99

Keyboard music of Weber / Duncan J. Cumming, fortepiano, Christopher HogwoodWorks: Weber: Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 2; Six Pieces for Piano Duet; Sonata No. 1, Op. 24 Artists: Duncan J. Cumming, fortepiano, with Christopher Hogwood (Centaur) CEN 3231 $16.99


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Woman Runs With Wolves / Beverley Johnston, percussionWorks: Tim Brady; Christos Hatzis; Alice Ho; David Occhipinti. Artists: Beverley Johnston, percussion (1 CD) (Centrediscs) CERE 18913 $14.99 On Sale

Music of Allan Gordon Bell: Gravity and Grace Artists: The Land’s End Chamber Ensemble; James Campbell, clarinet (1 CD) (Centrediscs) CERE 19013 $14.99 On Sale

Challenge ClassicsPrayers and Praise: Music by Alexander RaskatovWorks: Alexander Raskatov (b.1953): Obikhod, for four male voices & string orchestra; Praise, for four male voices (& optional bells). Artists: David James, Rogers Covey-Crump, Steven Harrold, Gordon Jones; Krystof Maratka/The Hilliard Ensemble. (1 CD) (Challenge Classics) CHL 72578 $15.99

Beethoven: Triple Concerto; Archduke TrioWorks: Beethoven: Concerto for Piano, Violin and Cello in C major, Op. 56 “Triple Concerto”; Trio for Piano and Strings no 7 in B flat major, Op. 97 “Archduke”. Artists: Storioni Trio; Netherland SO, de Vriend. Jan Willem de Vriend/Storioni Trio. (1 SA CD) (Challenge Classics) CHL SACD72579 $18.99

Ludovico Einaudi: Nightbook / Hanna DevichWorks: Ludovico Einaudi (1955 - ): Berlin Song; Bye Bye Mon Amour, for piano & electronics; In Principio, for piano & electronics; Indaco, for piano quartet; Nightbook, for piano, guitar, cello & percussion; Rêverie, for piano, guitar, cello & vibraphone. Artists: Hanna Devich (Pno). (1 CD) (Challenge Classics) CHL 72581 $15.99

James MacMillan Series Vol. 2: Magnificat Works: James MacMillan: Magnificat. Artists: James MacMillan/Netherland Radio Chamber Philharmonic & Choir. (1 CD) (Challenge Classics) CHL 72554 $15.99

Sergei Rachmaninov: Piano Works Artists: Alexei Volodin, piano (1 CD) (Challenge Classics) CHL 72587 $15.99

Ludwig Thuille: Complete Keyboard Works Artists: Alasdair Beatson, piano; David Dunnet, organ (1 CD) (Champs Hill Records) CMPH 058 $16.99

Jazeps Vitols: Works for Solo Piano / ZarinsWorks: Jazeps Vitols (1863-1948): Works for Solo Piano Artists: Reinis Zarins (1 CD) (Champs Hill Records) CMPH 049 $16.99

❦Weber: Der Freischütz / Colin DavisArtists: Christine Brewer, soprano; Sally Matthews, soprano; Simon O’Neill, tenor Sir Colin Davis /London Sym. Chorus; London SO. (2 SA Hybrid CD) (LSO Live (London SO) 2 LSO 0726 $23.99

“Viewing Weber as one of Wagner’s major precursors, Davis presents the opera on the grandest of scales, with big orchestral forces, and a pair of established Wagnerian leads in Simon O’Neill’s Max and Christine Brewer’s Agathe.” -The Guardian

❦Mozart: Piano Concertos / Angela HewittWorks: Mozart: Piano Concertos No. 17 K 453, No. 27 K595 Artists: Angela Hewitt, piano; Hannu Lintu/Orch. da Camera di Mantova. (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 67919 $18.99 “Refined virtuosity, musical intelligence, and [a] thorough yet never rigid sense of style and good taste...” -Classics Today

❦Griffes: Piano Music / Garrick Ohlsson, pianoArtists: Garrick Ohlsson, piano (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 67907 $18.99 “A powerful and committed player...” -Mail On Sunday

❦Dvorak & Smetana Quartets / Tokyo QuartetWorks: Dvorak: Quartet No. 12, Op. 96 “American”; Smetana: Quartet No. 1 “From My Life” Artists: Tokyo String Quartet. (1 SA Hybrid CD) (Harmonia Mundi) HAR 807429 $16.99 On Sale“Still one of the best quartets in the world.” -San Francisco Classical Voice

❦Francesco Canova da Milano: Lute MusicWorks: Francesco Canova da Milano: Il Divino - Lute Music Artists: Paul O’Dette, lute (1 CD) (Harmonia Mundi) HAR 907557 $16.99 On Sale“His burnished tone and commonsense approach to period performance are a touchstone for Renaissance and baroque lute...” -Fanfare

❦Rameau, Balbastre, Royer: harpsichord worksWorks: Rameau, Balbastre, Royer - Opera Arias transcribed for harpsichord Artists: Catherine Zimmer: harpsichord (1 CD) (L’Encelade) LENC 1001 $16.99 “The performer’s dedication and her familiarity with this eloquent and spectacular style are remarkable ... She takes great care in the choice of her registrations and positions herself in a certain tradition of French harpsichord playing, while adding her own sense of phrasing, and a distinctive feel for orchestral sound.” -Diapason

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ChandosBach: Transcriptions of Concertos by Vivaldi Artists: Sophie Yates, harpsichord (1 CD) (Chandos Records) CHA 0796 $18.99 This recording brings together all the harpsichord arrangements by Bach of instrumental concertos by his Italian contemporary Antonio Vivaldi,

Respighi: Church Windows; Roman TrilogyWorks: Respighi: Church Windows; Brazilian Impressions; Belkis Queen of Sheba, Metamorphoseon; Roman Trilogy Artists: Yan Pascal Tortelier/Philharmonia Orch.; Geoffrey Simon. (2 CD) (Chandos Records) 2 CHA 24145 $18.99

Dobrzynski: Symphony No. 2 ‘Characteristic’Works: Dobrzynski: Symphony No. 2 ‘Characteristic’; Overture to ‘Monbar’; Piano Concerto Artists: Emilian Madey, piano. Lukasz Borowicz/Polish RSO. (2 CD) (Chandos Records) 2 CHA 10778 $18.99

Chabrier: Overtures / Neeme JarviWorks: Emmanuel Chabrier (1841 - 1894): Bourrée fantasque; España, rhapsody; Gwendolin; Habañera; Joyeuse marche “Marche française”; L’ Étoile. Artists: Neeme Järvi/Orchestre de la Suisse Romande. (1 SA CD) (Chandos Records) CHA 5122 $19.99

Nigel Hess: New London Pictures: Works for Symphonic Wind OrchestraWorks: Nigel Hess: Music for band, including New London Pictures; The Old Man of Lochnager; Shakespeare Pictures. Artists: Nigel Hess/Central Band of the Royal Air Force. (1 CD) (Chandos Records) CHA 10767 $18.99

Britten: Piano Concerto; Violin Concerto Works: Britten: Piano Concerto; Violin Concerto (both are the revised versions) Artists: Tasmin Little, violin; Howard Shelley, piano. Edward Gardner/BBC Philharmonic. (1 CD) (Chandos Records) CHA 10764 $18.99

Bartok: Music for Violin & Piano / PhilippensWorks: Bartok: Rhapsodies Nos.1-2, Romanian Folk Dances; Ravel: Tzigane, Violin Sonata No.2; Hubay: Scène de la csárda No. 4. Artists: Rosanne Philippens, violin; Yuri van Nieuwkerk, piano (1 SA Hybrid CD) (Channel Classics) CCS 35013 $20.49

Capricho - Music for Bassoon & StringsWorks: Works for bassoon and string orchestra by Gubaidulina, Olthuis, Pons & Villa-Lobos. Artists: Gustavo Núñez, bassoon. Royal Concertgebouw (1 SA Hybrid CD) (Channel Classics) CCS 33813 $20.49

Colours in the Dark: Music of Alexander Agricola Works: Alexander Agricola (d.1506): Instrumental Works. Artists: Marc Lewon/Ensemble Leones. (Christophorus) CHR 77368 $20.49

Borut Krzisnik (b.1961): LightningArtists: Various artists (1 CD) (Claudio Records) CDOR 60142 $16.99 Krzisnik (b.1961) compositions are characterized by boldness, intensity, contrasts and unique sound.

Basque Music Collection, Vol. 15: Bernaola Works: Carmelo Bernaola (1929-2002): Orchestral works. Artists: Juanjo Mena/Basque Nat’l Orch. (1 CD) (Claves) CLV 1214 $16.99

Songs and dances from Trujillo, Peru Works: Songs and dances from Trujillo, Peru (18th century) Artists: Adrian Rodriguez Van der Spoel/Musica Temprana. (1 CD) (Cobra) CBRA 36 $16.99

Messier Catalogue of Star Clusters and Nebulae Artists: Bruce Lazarus (1 CD) (Composers Concordance) COCN 0014 $16.99 Composed by Bruce Lazarus between 2004 and 2011, Messier Catalogue of Star Clusters and Nebulae is a series of piano pieces based on the work of Charles Messier (1730-1817), a French astronomer who compiled a list of approximately 110 diffuse objects in the night sky.

The Electro-Acoustic Music of Gene PritskerArtists: Lynn Bechtold, John Clark, Peter Krysa, Martin Kuuskmann et al. Samplestra. (1 CD) (Composers Concordance) COCN 0015 $16.99

Music for violin & winds by Weill, StravinskyWorks: Weill: Concerto for Violin and Wind Orchestra, Op. 12; Stravinsky: Histoire du soldat; Milhaud: Suite Op. 157b Artists: Gabriele Pieranunzi, violin. Soloists of The San Carlo Theatre of Naples. (1 CD) (Concerto) CTO 2071 $16.99

❦An Immortal Legacy / The SixteenWorks: Britten: Choral Dances (6) from Gloriana; William Byrd: Liber secundus sacrarum cantionum; This sweet and merry month of May; Bob Chilcott (1955 - ): Tallis Canon; Orlando Gibbons (1583 - 1625): First Set of Madrigals and Mottets; James MacMillan (1959 - ): Mitte manum tuam, motet for chorus; Thomas Morley (circa 1557 - 1602); Thomas Tallis (circa 1505 - 1585); Michael Tippett (1905 - 1998). Artists: Harry Christophers/The Sixteen. Ian Partridge; Robert Evans; Neil MacKenzie; Carys Lane (1 CD) (Coro) COO 16111 $15.99 “One of the finest choirs of our day.” -Gramophone

Franz Danzi: Flute Concertos, OverturesWorks: Franz Danzi: Flute Concertos Opp. 30 & 31; Overtures Artists: Annie Laflamme, flute. Orchester le Phenix. (Coviello) CVEL 21305 $20.49

Christian Jost: Requiem Trilogy Artists: Reinhold Freidrich, trumpet; Mike Svoboda, trombone; Arno Borkamp, alto saxophone. George Pehlivanian/Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz. (Coviello) CVEL 61303 $20.49

Johannes Brahms: Cello Sonatas Nos. 1 & 2 Artists: Jan Palenicek, cello; Jitka Cechova, piano (1 CD) (Cube Bohemia) CUBH 2735 $16.99

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CPOJohn Dowland and his Contemporaries: Works by: John Dowland; Samuel Scheidt; Louis de Mays; William Brade, Orlandus Lassus, Praetorius et al. / Artists: Jan Kobow, tenor. Simone Eckert/Hamburger Ratsmusik. (1 CD) (CPO ) CPO 777799 $16.99

Francois André Philidor: Six QuartetsWorks: Francois André Philidor: L’art de la modulation: Six Quartets Artists: Camerata Koln (1 CD) (CPO ) CPO 777439 $16.99

Ferdinand Ries: Der Sieg des Glaubens Artists: Christiane Libor; Wiebke Lehmkuhl, Markus Schaefer, Markus Flaig. Hermann Max/Das Kleine Konzert; Rheinische Kantorei. (1 SA Hybrid CD) (CPO ) CPO 777738 $16.99

Berger: Viola Concerto; Symphony No. 4Works: Wilhelm Georg Berger: Viola Concerto; Symphony No. 4 Artists: Nils Monkemeyer, viola Horia Andreescu/Berlin RSO. (1 CD) (CPO ) CPO 777756 $16.99 Berger composed his Viola Concerto in 1959: a lyrical work entirely removed from the trends of the time, standing singularly and uniquely in the viola literature.

Wilhelm Peterson-Berger: Violin SonatasArtists: Ulf Wallin, violin; Love Derwinger, piano (1 CD) (CPO ) CPO 999703 $16.99

DacapoEichberg: Before Heaven, Before EarthWorks: Soren Nils Eichberg: Before Heaven, Before Earth; Symphonies nos 1 & 2 Artists: Christoph Poppen/Danish National SO. (1 CD) (DaCapo) DACO 8226109 $16.99

Phantasmagoria: Danish Piano Trios Works: Piano Trios by Bent Sorensen, Per Norgard and Hans Abrahamsen. Artists: Trio Con Brio Copenhagen. (1 CD) (DaCapo) DACO 8226108 $16.99

Magnus Lindberg: EXPO; Piano Concerto No. 2Works: Magnus Lindberg (1958 - ): Al largo, for orchestra; Concerto for Piano no 2; EXPO, for orchestra. Artists: Alan Gilbert/New York Philharmonic. Yefim Bronfman (Pno). (1 CD) (DaCapo) DACO 8226076 $16.99

Frederick Delius: American Masterworks Works: Frederick Delius: Choral works on American texts: Sea Drift; Appalachia et al. Artists: Bo Holten/Aarhus SO; Aarhus SO Chorus. (1 CD) (Danacord) DCD 732 $16.99

Angels & Saints at Ephesus / Queen of ApostlesWorks by: Gregor Aichinger (1564 - 1628); Gregorian Chant; Frederick William Faber (1814 - 1863); Nicola A. Montani; Oreste Ravanello (1871 - 1938); St. Alphonse Ligouri (1696 - 1787); Charles Villiers Stanford (1852 - 1924); Christmas Traditional; Tomás Luis de Victoria (circa 1548 - 1611). Artists: Benedictines of Mary; Queen of Apostles (1 CD) (Decca) DEC B001843702 $15.98

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❦Music from the Dow Partbooks: An Emerald in a Work of Gold Works by: Mundy, Giles, Byrd, Tallis, Verdelot et al. Artists: The Marian Consort. Rory McCleery/Rose Consort of Viols. (1 CD) (Delphian Records) DELP 34115 $16.99

“In a program of music sourced from the Dow Partbooks of the 1580s ... McCleery elicits performances that glow with golden purity and soul.” -The Scotsman Sumptuous motets, melancholy consort songs, and intricate, harmonically daring viol fantasies are seamlessly interwoven, all brought to life by seven voices and the robust plangency of the Rose Consort of Viols in the chapel of All Souls College, Oxford, where Dow himself was once a Fellow.

❦C.P.E. Bach: Wurttemberg Sonatas 1, 2 & 3 / Artists: David Murray, piano (1 CD) (Summit Records) SUM 603 $15.99 “An effortlessly musical performer.” -Arizona Republic Although these pieces are known and respected among pianists by reputation, the sonatas themselves are rarely heard or performed. This recording is one of only four recordings of these pieces in print, and of those only one other was performed on piano, the instrument for which these sonatas were written.

❦Óscar Esplá: Music for Piano / Martin JonesWorks: Óscar Esplá: Music for Piano, Opp. 2, 25, 53 Artists: Martin Jones, piano (2 CD) (Nimbus Records) 2 NIM 5889 $27.99 On Sale“What I found refreshing in all the works on the discs is an air of childlike innocence that helps to make them immediately attractive...[Jones] is the perfect advocate for these wonderfully simple but beautifully crafted delicate little pieces. He plays all of them with great sensitivity and a real feeling for the colour.” -MusicWeb International, January 2013

❦Prokofiev: Winter Bonfire / TchistiakovArtists: Vincent Figuri: narrator. Andrei Tchistiakov/Saison Russe SO. (1 CD) (Salamandre) SAMD 600 $16.99 “Vincent Figuri, the musicologist and actor who narrates this recording, took great care in retracing the original lyrics so that the music can transpire through the words ... The richness, lyricism, and poetry of ‘Winter Bonfire’ are enhanced in this recording by the sensitive performance of the Saison Russe chorus and orchestra, conducted by Andrei Tchistiakov.” -Gramophone


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DelosOur American Roots - Cello Sonatas Works: Cello Sonatas by Barber; Walker; Gershwin: Porgy & Bess; Preludes; Copland: Billy the Kid Artists: Emmanuel Feldman, cello; Joy Cline Phinney, piano (1 CD) (Delos) DEL 3449 $16.99

Sean Hickey: Two Concertos - Cello; Clarinet Works: Sean Hickey: Concerto for Cello; Concerto for Clarinet. Artists: Dvitry Kouzov, cello; Alexander Fiterstein, clarinet. Vladimir Lande/St. Petersburg State Sym. (1 CD) (Delos) DEL 3448 $16.99 “... flawless, exciting ... we have music that unfolds comfortably, but there’s enough to arouse curiosity without scaring anyone off. It will not alienate stodgy blue-hair types, but it will still satisfy those who crave creative new music.” Thus has American Record Guide responded to the music of New York-based composer Sean Hickey, who reappears with new, engaging, and beautifully crafted concertos in his premiere Delos recording.

Anniversaries and Messages / Yale Schola CantorumWorks: Works for chorus by Victoria, Liszt, Bach, Theofanidis, Lang Artists: Simon Carrington/Yale Schola Cantorum. (1 CD) (Delos) DEL 3436 $16.99

❦Music from the Dow PartbooksWorks: music of Mundy, Giles, Byrd, Tallis, Verdelot et al. Artists: The Marian Consort Rory McCleery/Rose Consort of Viols. (1 CD) (Delphian Records) DELP 34115 $16.99 “In a program of music sourced from the Dow Partbooks of the 1580s ... McCleery elicits performances that glow with golden purity and soul.” -The Scotsman

Deutsches GrammophonHeart’s Delight: The Songs of Richard TauberArtists: Piotr Beczala, tenor (1 CD) (Deutsche Grammophon) DGG B001833702 $17.98

A Grand Concert of Musick - Archiv Produktion CD & Catalogue Artists: Trevor Pinnock, Simon Standage, The English Concert et al. (1 CD) (Deutsche Grammophon) DGG B001833102 $11.98 Neatly enveloped in an O-card, the package contains an enchanting CD (complete with notes) from the halcyon days of The English Concert and Trevor Pinnock: “A Grand Concert of Music” - a rich English Baroque program including a violin “concerto” (by Geminiani) and a keyboard concerto by Arne, featuring respectedly Simon Standage and Trev himself.

Morgenlicht - Sacred Songs and Chorales / Berlin Radio ChoirusArtists: artists Simon Halsey/Berlin Radio Chorus. (1 CD) (Deutsche Grammophon) DGG B001833402 $17.98

Of Times and Seasons / Music of Peter Lea-Cox Works: Songs and Anthems by Peter Lea-Cox Artists: Lesley-Jane Rogers; Jennie-Helen Moston (1 CD) (Divine Art) DVT 25109 $18.99 Peter Lea-Cox’s style is mostly traditional, but he is not afraid to use daring harmonies and dissonances as each composition is neatly and carefully crafted to best express the chosen text.

J.S. Bach: Sonatas for Flute and HarpsichordWorks: J.S. Bach: Sonatas for Flute and Harpsi-chord BWV 1030-32; Partita, BWV 997; C.P.E. Bach: Flute Concerto, Wq 22. Artists: Robert Aitken: flute; Greta Kraus: harpsichord J.E. Gardiner/Vancouver CO. (1 CD) (Doremi) DRM 6611 $16.99

Music and Poems / Binet Balleys, mezzo soprano Artists: Binet Balleys, mezzo soprano; Cerantola, piano (1 CD) (Doron) DRC 2009 $16.99

Beggar’s Holiday: Ellington’s Broadway Musical Works: Duke Ellington (1899 - 1974): Beggar’s Holiday, musical. Artists: David Serero, baritone; John Altman, saxophone. Marc Benhamou (Pno); Christophe Gallizio (Drums). (1 CD) (DSM Productions) DSM 1233 $11.99

DuxPalestrina & Monteverdi / Il CantoWorks: Palestrina: Cantica Salomonis; Monteverdi: Messa a quattro voci. Artists: Wanda Laddy, soprano; Marta Lawrence, alto; Andrzeji Borzym, tenor. Michal Straszewski/Il Canto. (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 910 $19.99

German Clarinet Sonatas / Dawid JarzynskiWorks: works by Weber, Stravinsky, Mendelssohn, Schumann Artists: David Jarzynski, clarinet; Tamara Chitadze, piano (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 931 $19.99

In Dir Ist Freude / Michael Markuszewski, organWorks by: J.S. Bach, Pachelbel, Reincken, C.P.E. Bach; Buxtehude; Markuszewski. Artists: Michael Markuszewski, organ (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 905 $19.99

Classical Music from BrazilWorks by: Nepomuceno; Aguiar; Nobre; Mahle; Cunha. Artists: Fernanda Krug, violin. José Maria Florencio/Capella Bydgostiensis CO. (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 190 $19.99

Homage to Brahms / Ignacy Lisiecki, pianoWorks by: Schumann, Brahms and Lisiecki. Artists: Ignacy Lisiecki, piano (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 790 $19.99

Modern Music for chamber orchestraWorks: Stanislaw Moryto, Henryk Mikolaj Gorecki, Romuald Twardowski, Witold Lutoslawski, Wojciech Kilar. Artists: Wodzimierz Prominski/Sinfonia Academica CO. (1 CD) DUX 939 $19.99

Music of Henryk Gorecki, Micolaj Gorecki: Works: Henryk Gorecki, Micolaj Gorecki: Nocturne for Orchestra; Concerto for Harpsichord. Artists: Kaja Danczowska, violin; Anna Gorecka, piano; Miroslaw jacek Blaszczyk. Miroslaw Jacek Blaszczyk/Silesian CO; Silesian Philharmonic Choir; Silesian Philharmonic SO. (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 924 $19.99


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Nostalgic Trip / Konrad Skolarski, pianoWorks: J.S. Bach; Siloti; Chopin; Brahms; Grieg; Medtner; Tchaikovsky; Rachmaninov et al. Artists: Konrad Skolarski, piano (1 CD) (Dux (Poland) DUX 902 $19.99

Vivaldi: The Four Seasons / I MusiciArtists: I Musici Antonio Anselmi/I Musici. (1 CD) (Dynamic) DYN 760 $19.99 The event of “I Musici” is something extraordinary. It’s the oldest (or if you prefer most long-lived) chamber group still active. They opened the way of Italian 18th century music to the whole world.

❦Il Laudario di Cortona / LionheartArtists: Lionheart. (1 CD) (E1 Music Entertainment) ETNE 7789 $16.99 “Lionheart’s accomplishments appear almost miraculous. Perfect blend, diction, tone production, phrasing and a host of dynamic subtleties characterize their singing.” -Kansas City Star

ECMMorton Feldman: Violin and Orchestra (1979)Artists: Carolin Widmann, violin; Emilio Pomarico/Frankfurt RSO. (1 CD) (ECM) ECM B001808202 $17.98

String Paths - music of Dobrinka TabakovaWorks: Dobrinka Tabakova (b.1980): Concerto for Cello & Strings; Suite in Old Style for viola and chamber orchestra; Insight for string trio; Such Different Paths for string septet; Frozen River Flows for violin, accordion and double bass. Artists: Janine Jansen, violin. Maxim Rysanov/Lithuanian CO. Kristina Blaumane, Maxim Rysanov, Dobrinka Tabakova. (1 CD) (ECM) ECM B001836402 $17.98

J.S. Bach: Reconstructions and Transcriptions for Strings / Furor MusicusWorks: J.S. Bach: Goldberg Variations, BWV 988; Orchestral Suite no 2; Antoinette Lohmann: Concerto for viola, strings & continuo (reconstruction after Bach); Fugue for strings in G minor (transcription after Bach, BWV 539/1001). Artists: Antoinette Lohmann/Furor Musicus. Antoinette Lohmann (Vla). (1 CD) (Edition Lilac) EDLC 110910 $16.99 A revolutionary recording featuring J.S. Bach’s reconstructions and transcriptions for strings.

Handel Arias / Leif Aruhn-Solén, tenor; New Trinity BaroqueWorks: Arias from Handel: Acis & Galatea, HWV 49; Athalia, HWV 52; Israel in Egypt, oratorio, HWV 54; Jephtha, HWV 70; Messiah, HWV 56; Partenope, HWV 27. Artists: Predrag Gosta/New Trinity Baroque. Leif Aruhn-Solén (Tnr). (1 CD) (Edition Lilac) EDLC 290510 $16.99

Antonio Vivaldi: Concertos / New Trinity Baroque Artists: Predrag Gosta/New Trinity Baroque. (1 CD) (Edition Lilac) EDLC 181210 $16.99 New Trinity Baroque, directed by Predrag Gosta, presents exuberant and exciting instrumental concertos for violins, cellos, lute, and strings by Antonio Vivaldi, played on period instruments using historical techniques.

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❦Wolfgang Rihm: Symphony “Near Far”Artists: Hans Begemann, baritone; James Graffigan/Luzerner Sinfonieorchester. (1 CD) (Harmonia Mundi) HAR 902153 $16.99 On Sale“Hans Christoph Begemann is about as fine a Lieder singer as

we have any right to expect. His voice is smooth and even throughout its range... he captivates with his story-telling ability and sense of drama.” -Classics Today

❦Herbert Von Karajan / Karajan - The Second Life, a film by Eric Schulz / [DVD]Artists: Herbert Von Karajan (1 DVD-Video) (Deutsche Grammophon) DGG B001826109 $28.48 “This film is, in the elegance of his cuts and the terseness of his screenplay, a sensation. Not only because Schulz uses footage never seen before. It succeeds in what many have tried in vain: He shows us Karajan in a new light.” -Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung “A fascinating look at the musical ideas of Herbert von Karajan.” -Wien live “. . . [Schulz] paints a very different picture of the technical and control freak Karajan. . . a complex portrait of the man who was also significantly involved in the development of modern imaging technology and the CD. . . [Schulz’s documents] hitherto unseen insight into Karajan’s studio work. . . “Karajan had charisma even when eating salad,” says Anne-Sophie Mutter. This document is impressive in every way.” -London Courier

❦Philip Glass: Cello Concerto No. 2; Life as War / Dennis Russell DaviesWorks: Philip Glass: Cello Concerto No. 2 “Naqoyqatsi”: Life as War Artists: Matt Haimovitz, cello; Dennis Russell Davies/Cincinnati SO. (1 CD) (Orange Mountain Music) OMM 0087 $18.99 “This dark score gives us Glass’s late style at its best. Weird melodic modes kink around sharp harmonic corners; the solo cello gets moments of unsettling loveliness and spectacular virtuosity.” -WQXR (New York)

❦Britten: Suites for Solo Cello / Philip HighamWorks: Britten: Suites for solo cello nos 1 - 3, Opp. 72, 80 & 87 Artists: Philip Higham (Clo). (1 CD) (Delphian Records) DELP 34125 $16.99 “[Philip Higham has] all the qualities of a world-class artist.” -The Strad Young virtuoso Philip Higham brings a youthful vigor and deep intelligence to these seminal masterpieces, resulting in performances of commanding authority and intensity.


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Baroque Christmas / New Trinity BaroqueWorks by: Christoph Bernhard; Dietrich Buxtehude; Arcangelo Corelli; Francesco Manfredini; Alessandro Scarlatti; Giuseppe Torelli. Artists: Predrag Gosta/New Trinity Baroque. Kathryn Mueller (Sop); Wanda Yang Temko (Sop). (1 CD) (Edition Lilac) EDLC 291211 $16.99

Britten: Songs / Ian Bostridge, tenorWorks: Britten: Four English Songs from “Who are these Children”; Hölderlin Fragments (6), song cycle, for tenor & piano, Op. 61; Songs from the Chinese, song cycle for high voice & guitar, Op. 58; Sonnets (7) of Michelangelo, for voice & piano, Op. 22; Winter Words, Op. 52. Artists: Antonio Pappano (piano). Ian Bostridge (Tnr); Xue Fei Yang (Gtr). (1 CD) (EMI Classics) EMI 334302 $15.98

Argerich and Friends - Live from Lugano 2012Works: Includes Prokofiev’s Sonata No. 2; Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn for Two Pianos Artists: Martha Argerich; Renaud and Gautier Capucon (1 CD) (EMI Classics) (3 CDs) 3 EMI 211192 $17.98 EMI Classics are pleased to release the latest installment of highlights from the Martha Argerich Project at the Lugano Festival.

Music of Old Cities and Royal CourtsWorks: Monteverdi, Vivaldi, Handel, Sartorio, Schein, Pisendel. Artists: Wunderlich, Karajan, Lorengar, Harnoncourt et al. (3 CD) (EMI Classics) 3 EMI 283312B $33.98

Pure Handel - Water Music et a. Works: Handel: Water Music Artists: Maria Keohane, soprano. Lars Ulrik Mortensen/European Union Baroque Orch. (1 CD) (Estonian Record Products) ESON 6212 $18.99

Simeon ten Holt: Bagatellen / Simeon ten HoltWorks: Simeon ten Holt: Bagatellen Artists: artists (1 CD) (EtCetera Records) ETC 1467 $16.99

Schubert: Complete Works for Piano TrioWorks: Schubert: Complete Works for Piano Trio Artists: Jan Vermeulen: piano; Christine Busch: violin; France Springuel: cello (2 CD) (EtCetera Records) 2 ETC 1495 $24.99

Songs of Girolamo Frescobaldi & John CageWorks: Girolamo Frescobaldi: Songs; John Cage: Songs of Irrelevance and Passion. Artists: artists Frank Agsteribbe/cantoLX. (1 CD) (EtCetera Records) ETC 1448 $16.99

Music for Winds by Taffanel, Tomasi, MilhaudWorks: Paul Taffanel (1844-1908) Quintet for Winds; Henri Tomasi 1901-1971): Five Dances Sacred & Profane; Darius Milhaud (1892-1974): La Cheminee Du Roi Rene. Artists: Penatanemos Wind Quintet. (1 CD) (Farao) FAR 108068 $16.99

French Piano TriosWorks: Chaminade: Trio Op. 34; Francaix: Piano Trio; Debussy: Piano Trio in G; Boulanger: d’un matin de printemps Artists: Annette von Hehn, violine, Stefan heinemeyer, cello, Thomas hoppe, piano; Atostrio. (Farao Classics) FAR 108073 $16.99

Farao ClassicsW.A. Mozart: Gran Partita; Serenade in C MinorWorks: W.A. Mozart: Gran Partita; Serenade in C Minor Artists: Principal Wind Players Of The Klangverwaltung. (1 CD) (Farao Classics) FAR 108063 $16.99

Bach: Six Sonatas for Solo Violin & HarpsichordArtists: Francois Fernandez, violin; Benjamin Alard, cembalo (2 CD) (Flora) 2 FORA 1909 $35.99

Mozart: Piano Quartets K.478 & 498Artists: Boyan Vodenitcharov, piano; Ryo Terakado, violin; François Fernandez, viola; Rainer Zipperling, cello (1 CD) (Flora) FORA 1607 $16.99

John Jenkins: The Pleasing Slumber, Aires Works: John Jenkins: The Pleasing Slumber, Aires for a treble, lyra, bass and harpsichord Artists: Sophie Gent, Philippe Pierlot, Romina Lischka, François Guerrier (1 CD) (Flora) FORA 1809 $16.99

Benedetto Marcello: Al Cielo, Duetti da CameraWorks: Benedetto Marcello: Al Cielo - Duetti da Camera Artists: Silvia Frigato; Sara Mingardo; Gambe di legno (1 CD) (Fra Bernardo) FRAB 1210192 $18.99

The Choirs of the Red Army, Vol. 4 Works: Boris Alexandrov; Vadim Ruslanov, Evgeny Belyaev. Artists: The Choirs of the Red Army (1 CD) (Frémeaux) FRUX 5394 $18.99

Chopin: Music for Piano 4-HandsWorks: Chopin: Grand Duo; Rondo in C; Variations on Thomas Moor’s Song for Piano 4-Hands; Andante Spianato, Op. 22; Mazurka, Op. 17 Artists: Dina Yoffe and Daniel Vaiman, pianists (1 CD) (Fryderyk Chopin Society) FYCS 210 $16.99

Magdalena Lisak plays Frederick ChopinWorks: Chopin: Etudes, Op. 10; Polonaise, Opp. 40/2; Op. 71/3; Mazurka, Op. 56; Barcarolle, Op. 60 Artists: Magdalena Lisak, piano (1 CD) (Fryderyk Chopin Society) FYCS 25 $16.99

Chopin: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 2 / AvdeevaArtists: Yulianna Avdeeva, piano; Frans Brüggen/Orch. of the 18th Century. (1 CD) (Fryderyk Chopin Society) FYCS 29 $16.99

Bloch: Violin Sonatas / Elsa Grether, violinWorks: Bloch: Violin Sonatas Nos. 1 & 2; Poème mystique; Nigun; Pärt: Fratres Artists: Elsa Grether, violin; Ferenc Vizi, piano (1 CD) (Fuga Libera) FLA 711 $18.99

Siegfried und Violetta oder List, Last, Lust und Lunge Works: Music by Herbert Rosendorfer and Karl Diet-rich Grawe. Artists: German Hornsound, Christoph Eß (horn) (2 CD) (Genuin) 2 GUIN 13264 $29.99 Opera fragment so far unpublished, hypothetically bringing Verdi and Wagner together in Venice for a fictitious, meditative dialogue. It is the last work of the author Herbert Rosendorfer before his death in 2012. Virtuoso hornist Christoph Eß (Bamberg Symphony Orchestra) performs with German hornsound.


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Winnipeg, Musica y Exilio / Ens. IberoamericanoWorks: Chamber music by Xavier Benguerel, Manuel de Falla, Fernando Garcia, Ramon Gori-goitia Artists: Joan Pages/Ensemble Iberoameri-cano. (1 CD) (Genuin) GUIN 13281 $18.99 Genuin presents a compilation of works by Latin American and Spanish composers concerned with the flight of Spanish artists to Latin America during the Second World War.

Messiaen Organ Music / Danile BeilschmidtWorks: Messiaen: Méditations sur le Mystere de la Sainte Trinité Artists: Danile Beilschmidt, organ (1 CD) (Genuin) GUIN 13276 $18.99

The Chants of the Holy Spirit - Gregorian chants Artists: Gloriae Dei Cantores Women’s Schola. (1 CD) (Gloriae Dei Cantores) GLDC 057 $16.99

GlossaHarp Music in 17th Century Italy / Mara Galassi Works by: Piccini, Monteverdi and Galassi Artists: Mara Galassi, double Harp (1 CD) (Glossa) GLS 81301 $14.49 On Sale

Songs of the 17th & 18th c. / Roberta Invenizzi Works: Songs by Porpora, Vinci, Mancini, Sarro, Bononcini Artists: Roberta Invenizzi, soprano; Antonio Florio/I Turchini. (Glossa) GLS 922606 $18.49 On Sale

Louis le Prince: Missa Macula non est in te; Works: Motets by Charpentier and Lully. Artists: Herve Niquet/Le Concert Spirituel. (Glossa) GLS 921627 $18.49 On Sale

Balakirev: Complete Piano Works, Vol. 1Works: Mily Balakirev: Sonatas for Piano, Opp. 3 & 5. Artists: Nicholas Walker (Piano) (1 CD) (Grand Piano) GRPO 636 $16.99

Tcherepnin: Complete Piano Music, Vol. 3 Works: Tcherepnin: Eight Pieces, Op. 88 and the beguiling Expressions, Op. 81. Artists: Giorgio Koukl, piano (1 CD) (Grand Piano) GRPO 635 $16.99

Mendelssohn & Nixon: Piano TriosWorks: Mendelssohn: Piano Trio No. 1; Henry Cotter Nixon (1842-1907): Piano Trio No. 1 Artists: London Piano Trio. (1 CD) (Guild) GUI 7392 $16.99

The Golden Age of Light Music: Light Music While You Work, Vol. 4 Works: Bernard Barnes: Dainty Miss, novelette foxtrot; Ernesto Becucci: Tesoro mio!, Op. 228; George Blackmore: Knuckledust; Eric Coates (1886 - 1957): Summer Days Suite; Con Conrad (1891 - 1938): Lonesome and Sorry; Jean Gabriel-Marie (1907 - 1970): La Cinquantaine; Jonny Heykens (1884 - 1945); Abe Holzmann (1874 - 1939); Karl L. Hoschna (1876 - 1911); Archibald Joyce; Paul Lincke (1866 - 1946); Frank Hoyt Losey (circa 1872 - 1931); Horatio Nicholls; James Perry; Wynford Reynolds; Johann Strauss II (Junior) (1825 - 1899); Russian Traditional; Emile Waldteufel (1837 - 1915). Artists: Reg Pursglove/Ronnie Munro/David Java/Harry Fryer/Harry Davidson/Richard Crean/Harold Collins/Reginald Burston. (1 CD) (Guild) GUI 5198 $15.99

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❦Choirs of Angels: Music from the Eton Choirbook Vol. 2.Works by: John Browne; William Cornysh (circa 1470 - 1523); Richard Davy (1465 - circa 1507); Walter Lambe (circa 1450-1451 - after 1499); Robert Wylkynson (circa 1450 - after

1515) Artists: Stephen Darlington/Christ Church Cathedral Choir Oxford. (1 CD) (Avie Records) AIE 2184 $15.99 “Hugely appealing ... natural, spacious, rich, expressive performances.” -The Sunday Times “A disc to send the spirits soaring. Glorious beyond words.” -Gramophone Following a critically acclaimed recording of music from the Eton Choirbook, ‘More Divine Than Human’, the Choir of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford returns with a second volume from the vast collection of 15th-century English sacred music, ‘Choirs of Angels’.

❦Handel & Scarlatti Sacred WorksWorks: Handel: Dixit Dominus; Alessandro Scarlatti: Concerto grosso no 4 in G minor; Dixit Dominus (no 4) Artists: Owen Rees/Choir of The Queen’s College, Oxford. Elin Manahan Thomas (Sop); Matthew Brook (Bar); Rachel Harris (Vln); Guy Cutting (Treble). (1 CD) (Avie Records) AIE 2274 $15.99 “An exquisitely pure sound ... [Owen Rees is] an impressive conductor.” -Early Music Review Following five critically acclaimed and immensely popular recordings for AVIE, the Brook Street Band embarks on their most ambitious project to date: a recording with the estimable student Choir of the Queen’s College, Oxford, that pairs - for the first time ever - the two settings of the ‘Dixit Dominus’ written by Alessandro Scarlatti and George Frideric Handel.

❦An Immortal Legacy / The SixteenWorks: Choral works by Tallis, Morley, Gibbons, Byrd, MacMillan, Tippett, Britten, Chilcott Artists: Harry Christophers/The Sixteen. Ian Partridge; Robert Evans (Bass-Baritone); Neil MacKenzie (Tnr); Carys Lane (Sop). (1 CD) (Coro) COO 16111 $15.99 “One of the finest choirs of our day.” -Gramophone This disc features some of the best-loved classics of Tudor and Jacobean church music together with madrigals by Tallis, Byrd, and Gibbons. They are performed alongside pieces by Britten, Tippett, and MacMillan including the Five Spirituals from “A Child of Our Time” and the Choral Dances from “Gloriana.”


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Hanssler ClassicDebussy: Piano Music, Vol. 2 / Michael Korstick Works: Debussy: Book Two of the Preludes; “La boite a Joujoux”. Atists: Michael Korstick, piano (1 CD) (Hanssler Classic) HAN 93300 $18.99

Piano concertos by French MastersWorks: Piano concertos by Debussy, Poulenc, Ravel, Françaix Artists: Florian Uhlig, piano Pablo Gonzalez/Deutsche Radio Philharmonie. (1 CD) (Hanssler Classic) HAN 93302 $18.99

Richard Strauss: Tone Poems, Vol. 1 / RothWorks: Richard Strauss: Tone Poems, Vol. 1 - Ein Heldenleben; Death and Transfiguration Artists: Francois-Xavier Roth/SWR Sinfonieorchester Baden-Baden und Freiburg. (1 CD) (Hanssler Classic) HAN 93299 $18.99

Music Watteau: The Music LessonWorks: Music Watteau: The Music Lesson: Lully, Vivaldi, Couperin, et al. Artists: René Jacobs, William Christie, Bernarda Fink, Paul O’Dette (2 CD) (Harmonia Mundi) 2 HAR 5908535 $25.49 On Sale

❦Francesco Canova da Milano: Il Divino Artists: Paul O’Dette, lute (1 CD) (Harmonia Mundi) HAR 907557 $16.99 On Sale“His burnished tone and commonsense approach to period performance are a touchstone for Renaissance and baroque lute...” -Fanfare

❦Dvorak Quartets / Tokyo String QuartetWorks: Dvorak: Quartet No. 12, Op. 96 “American”; Smetana: Quartet No. 1 “From My Life” Artists: Tokyo String Quartet. (1 SA Hybrid CD) (Harmonia Mundi) HAR 807429 $16.99 On Sale“Still one of the best quartets in the world.” -San Francisco Classical Voice

❦Wolfgang Rihm: Symphony “Near Far”Artists: Hans Begemann, baritone; Luzerner Sinfonieorchester; James Graffigan. James Graffigan/Luzerner Sinfonieorchester. (1 CD) (Harmonia Mundi) HAR 902153 $16.99 On Sale“Hans Christoph Begemann is about as fine a Lieder singer as we have any right to expect. His voice is smooth and even throughout its range... he captivates with his story-telling ability and sense of drama.” -Classics Today

Georg Philipp Telemann: Desire and Pleasure Works: Georg Philipp Telemann: Oboe & Bassoon Sonatas. Artists: David Walter, Fany Maselli, Mathieu Dupouy, Remi Cassaigne (1 CD) (Herisson) HEIS 3 $16.99

CPE Bach: Pensées nocturnesWorks: Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: Pensées nocturnes - Fantasiaas and Sonatas Artists: Mathieu Dupouy: clavichord (1 CD) (Herisson) HEIS 2 $16.99

Jean-Marie Leclair: Violin SonatasWorks: Jean-Marie Leclair: Sonatas Op. 4/1-4; Op. 8 Artists: Pasticcio Barocco. (1 CD) (Herisson) HEIS 1 $16.99

Domenico Scarlatti: Sonatas for Harpsichord Artists: Mathieu Dupouy, harpsichord (1 CD) (Herisson) HEIS 4 $16.99

Heritage MastersVivaldi: Chamber ConcertosWorks: Vivaldi: Chamber Concertos for flute, oboe, violin, bassoon & continuo. Artists: Graham Mayger, Sarah Francis, Peter Stevens, Robert Jordan (Heritage Masters) HERT 251 $14.99

J.S. Bach: Works for Harpsichord / MalcolmJS Bach: Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue; Italian Concerto; Toccata in D major; 5th French Suite; concertos for three and four harpsichords. Artists: George Malcolm, Pro Arte Orchestra. Eileen Joyce, Thurston Dart, Denis Vaughan (1 CD) (Heritage Masters) HERT 247 $14.99

Orchestral works of Edward Elgar / BoultWorks: Elgar: Pomp & Circumstance Marches 1-5; Dream Children; The Wand of Youth; Nursery Suite Artists: Adrian Boult/London PO. (1 CD) (Heritage Masters) HERT 250 $14.99

Chamber works by Amy, Darasse & MessiaenWorks: Amy: Trois Inventions; Darasse: Organum; Messiaen: Messe de la Pentacote Artists: F. Espinasse, organ; Brass Quintet; J.P. Mathieu (1 CD) (Hortus) HOTU 925 $16.99

In the Esterházy Library: Haydn keyboard works Artists: Yasuko Uyama Bouvard: piano, organ (1 CD) (Hortus) HOTU 98 $16.99 A collection of works by Haydn, composed during his service to Prince Esterházy, including his last sonatas.

Liszt: Christus, the original version for piano Artists: Nicholas Horvath, piano (1 CD) (Hortus) HOTU 1000 $16.99 A monumental symphonic poem, this world premiere of the oratorio ‘Christus’ in its solo piano version retraces the life of Christ via eight episodes.

HyperionNeapolitan Flute Concertos, Vol. 2; Carlo IpataArtists: Carlo Ipata, flute; Auser Musici. (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 67884 $18.99 Hyperion presents a second volume of flute concertos from eighteenth-century Naples.

❦Mozart: Piano Concertos / Angela HewittWorks: Mozart: Piano Concertos No. 17 K 453, No. 27 K595. Artists: Angela Hewitt, piano; Hannu Lintu/Orch. da Camera di Mantova. (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 67919 $18.99 “Refined virtuosity, musical intelligence, and [a] thorough yet never rigid sense of style and good taste...” -Classics Today

Eugen d’Albert: Solo Piano Music; Piers LaneArtists: Piers Lane, piano (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 55411 $12.99

❦Griffes: Piano Music / Garrick Ohlsson, pianoArtists: Garrick Ohlsson, piano (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 67907 $18.99 “A powerful and committed player...” -Mail On Sunday

York Bowen: Complete Works for Violin & Piano Artists: Chloe Hanslip, violin; Danny Driver, piano (2 CD) (Hyperion) 2 HYP 67991 $40.49


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Palestrina: Masses / Westminster Cathedral ChoirWorks: Palestrina: Missa Ave Maria, Missa Beata Virgine. Artists: James O’Donnell/Westminster Cathedral Choir. (1 CD) (Hyperion) HYP 55420 $12.99

ICA ClassicsBeethoven Piano works / Ingrid Jacoby, pianoWorks: Beethoven: Piano Concertos no 5; Andante favori; Variations; Bagatelles Artists: Ingrid Jacoby, piano (1 CD) (ICA Classics) ICA 5104 $16.99

Mozart: Piano Concertos / MichelangeliWorks: Mozart: Piano Concertos nos 15 & 20. Artists: Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli, piano Antoine de Bavier/Stuttgart RSO. (1 CD) (ICA Classics) (live, 1956) ICA 5103 $16.99 These two concertos were performed throughout his career, but this recording was made when Michelangeli was 36 years old and at the peak of his powers.

Karajan conducts Mozart & BrucknerWorks: Mozart: Symphony No. 41; Bruckner: Symphony No. 7 Artists: Herbert von Karajan/Vienna Philharmonic. (live, Royal Festival Hall, 4/6/62) (2 CD) (ICA Classics) 2 ICA 5102 $24.99 The combination of Karajan and the Vienna Philharmonic playing Mozart and Bruckner drew a “packed and raving audience” according to The Guardian of the April 6, 1962 concert at the Royal Festival Hall.

Saint-Saens: Chamber Music with Winds Works: Saint-Saens: Bassoon; Clarinet; Oboe Sonatas; Cavatine for trombone. Artists: Maurice Allard, bassoon; Maurice Bourgue, oboe; Gilbert Coursier, horn, et al. (1 CD) (Indesens) INDS 19 $16.99

Henri Tomasi: Concertos for brass instrumentsWorks: Henri Tomasi: Concertos for Trumpet and for Trombone; Suite for 3 Trumpets Artists: Éric Aubier: trumpet, Fabrice Millischer, trombone François Boulanger/Republican Guard Wind Ensemble; Sébastien Billard. (1 CD) (Indesens) INDS 50 $16.99

The Sudden Pianist - Michael HerschWorks: Michael Hersch: Suite from the Vanishing Pavilions Artists: Michael Hersch, piano (2 CD & DVD) (Innova) 2 INNO 859 $19.99

Guitar music of Johan Kaspar Mertz Works: Johan Kaspar Mertz (1806-1856): Bardenklange (18), Op. 13 Artists: Massimo Agostinelli, guitar (Italian Discographic Institute) IDI 40001 $14.99

Ivor Novello: Gay’s the Word, musical Works: Ivor Novello (1893 - 1951): Gay’s the Word, musical. Artists: Sophie-Louise Dann, Helena Blackman, Josh Little, Doreen Hermitage, Eileen Page, et al. Ben Stock. (1 CD) (Jay Records) JAY 1425 $16.99

Five in the Sun / Keystone Chamber PlayersArtists: Andre Previn and Keystone Chamber Players (1 CD) (Klavier) KLA 11193 $14.99 On Sale

Charpentier: 2 Histoires sacréesWorks: Charpentier: Judith sive Bethulia liberata, Caedes Sanctorum Innocentium; Dagmar Saskova, Erwin Ar os, Artists: Jean-Francois Novelli, Arnaud Richard Olivier Schneebeli/Les Pages & Les Chantres de Versailles. (live) (1 CD) (K617) K61 242 $18.99

Bernhard Gander: Monsters and Angels Works: Bernhard Gander: Monsters and Angels - Dirty Angel; Khul; Schöne worte; Wegda!; Horribile dictu; Lovely monster Artists: Peter Eötvös/Neue Vocalsolisten Stuttgart; ORF RSO Vienna; Arditti Quartet. (1 CD) (Kairos Music Production) KAIR 13272 $16.99

Alfredo Casella: Songs & Piano PiecesWorks: Alfredo Casella (1883 - 1947): Canzoni (2) popolari Italiane, for piano, Op. 47; Canzoni trecentesche (3), for voice & piano, Op. 36; Cocktail Dance, for piano; Favole romanesche (4) for voice & piano, Op. 38; Pagine di guerra for piano, 4 hands, Op. 25; Pupazzetti for orchestra. Artists: Antonio Ballista. Bruno Canino (Pno); Antonio Ballista (Pno); Lorna Windsor (Sop); Alda Caiello (Sop). (1 CD) (La Bottega Discantica) LABO 203 $16.99

Music of Ghedini and MalipieroWorks: Ghedini: Concerto Spirituale; Malipiero: Sette Canzonette Veneziane; Il tarlo et al. Artists: Alda Caiello & Lorna Windsor: sopranos; Antonio Ballista, piano. Antonio Ballista/Orch. I Pomeriggi. (1 CD) (La Bottega Discantica) LABO 205 $16.99

Flowers & Little Flowers for Organ / BellottiArtists: Edoardo Bellotti, organ (1 CD) (La Bottega Discantica) LABO 128 $16.99

W.F. Bach: Symphonies & ConcertosWorks: Wilhelm Friedemann Bach: Symphonies and Harpsichord Concertos Artists: Michele Benuzzi, harpsichord; ARCOMELO Ensemble. (1 CD) (La Bottega Discantica) LABO 180 $16.99

Caminhos de Orfeu - contemporary music from Portugal Works by: Rosa, Madureira, Moody, Caires, Lapa Artists: Lisbon Contemporary Music Ensemble. (2 CD) (La Ma de Guido) 2 LMG 2115 $35.99

Trios by Hvoslef, Valen and Egge / Valen TrioWorks: Hvoslef: Trio (2010); Valen: Trio, Op. 5 (1917–24); Egge: Trio, Op. 14 (1940) Artists: Valen Trio. (1 SA CD) (LAWO Classics) LAWO SACD1037 $18.99

J.S. Bach & Couperin: Harpsichord Works Artists: Jean-Luc Ho, Clavecin (1 CD) (L’Encelade) LENC 1101 $16.99

❦Opera Arias transcribed for harpsichord Works by: Rameau, Balbastre, Royer Artists: Catherine Zimmer: harpsichord (1 CD) (L’Encelade) LENC 1001 $16.99 “The performer’s dedication and her familiarity with this eloquent and spectacular style are remarkable ... She takes great care in the choice of her registrations and positions herself in a certain tradition of French harpsichord playing, while adding her own sense of phrasing, and a distinctive feel for orchestral sound.” -Diapason

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Mozart: Piano Concertos in chamber versionsWorks: Mozart: Piano Concertos 12, 13 & 14 (the chamber versions) Artists: Gottlieb Wallisch, piano. Piatti Quartet. (1 CD) (Linn Records) LINN 424 $21.49

Flute Concertos by Rouse & Ibert / BryanWorks: Debussy: Syrinx; Jacques Ibert (1890 - 1962): Concerto for Flute; Frank Martin: Ballade for flute & piano; Christopher Rouse (1949 - ): Flute Concerto. Artists: Jac van Steen/Royal Scottish Nat’l Orch. Katherine Bryan (Flt). (1 CD) (Linn Records) LINN 420 $21.49

Mahler: Symphony No. 1 / JurowskiWorks: Gustav Mahler: Symphony no 1 in D major “Titan”. Artists: Vladimir Jurowski/London PO. (1 CD) (London Philharmonic Orchestra) (live 2010) LPO 0070 $16.99

Beethoven: 3 String Quartets Opus 59 Artists: Miro Quartet. (2 CD) (Longhorn) 2 LOGH 2012004 $24.99 This album includes the three “Razumovsky” string quartets.

The Panufnik Legacies; London SymphonyWorks by: Andrew McCormack, Christian Mason, Charlie Piper Fleotan, Eloise Gynn Sakura, Ed-ward Nesbit, Jason Yarde, Martin Suckling, Chris-topher Mayo, Elizabeth Winters and Vlad Maistoro-vici. Artists: François-Xavier Roth/London SO. (1 CD) (LSO Live (London SO) LSO 5061 $10.99 LSO Live’s The Panufnik Legacies offers a collection of new works by ten emerging young composers. These pieces were commissioned as part of the LSO Panufnik Scheme, which began in 2005 and each year offers six composers the opportunity to write a three minute piece for the London Symphony Orchestra

MagueloneDuparc: Sonata for Cello; Mélodies Artists: Alain Meunier, cello; Didier Henry; Tomomi Mochizuki; Anne le Bozec (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111177 $16.99

Hahn: Concerto for Violin; Concerto for PianoWorks: Reynaldo Hahn (1875 - 1947): Concerto for Piano in E major; Concerto for Violin; Suite honogroise, for violin, piano, percussion & strings. Artists: Fernand Quattrocchi/Orchestre National de Lorraine. Angeline Pondepeyre (Pno); Denis Clavier (Vln). (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111106 $16.99

Chopin Piano Works / Pascal Gallet, pianoWorks: Chopin: Nocturne, Op. 48; Mazurkas, op. 33; Polonaise Op. 44; Sonata No. 2 Artists: Pascal Gallet, piano (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111191 $16.99

Noels de tous les Temps - Christmas songs from the 17th to early 20th century Works by: Adam, Praetorius, Holmes, Bach, Gounod Artists: Francois Leclerc, baritone; Jean-Francois Lapointe, guitar (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 350510 $13.99 This repertoire ranging from the 17th to the early-20th century is presented here in an original form for baritone and classical guitar.

Night’s Dream - transcriptions for violin and accordion / Marianne Piketty; Pascal ContetWorks: Transcriptoins of works by Bloch, Finzi, Piazzola, Léandre, Bartok Artists: Marianne Piketty; Pascal Contet (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111174 $16.99

Reynaldo Hahn: Chamber Music, Vol. 2Works: Raynaldo Hahn: Concerto for Cello (Cello & Piano version by the composer); “Venezia” song cycle. Artists: Roland Pidoux, piano; Gabriel Quartet. (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111117 $16.99

Henry Barraud: Melodies & Impromptus Artists: Nicolas Kruger; Salomé Haller; Christophe Crapez; Didlier Henry (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111178 $16.99

André Caplet: Melodies / Dominique FavatArtists: Dominique Favat; Line Marand (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 523732 $16.99

Hahn: Etudes Latines; Mélodies, Vol. 2 / HenryWorks: Reynaldo Hahn: Etudes Latines. Artists: Didier Henry, baritone; Stéphane Petitjean, piano (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111109 $16.99

Violin Sontas of Lekeu and PierneWorks: Guillaume Lekeu (1870-1894): Violin Sonata; Gabriel Pierne (1863-1937): Violin Sonata; Fantaisie Basque Artists: Marianne Piketty, violin; Laurent Cabasso, piano (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111165 $16.99

Max d’Ollone (1875-1959): Mélodies, Vol. 2 / Artists: Elsa Maurus; Didier Henry; Patrice d’Ollone (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111112 $16.99 This release includes world premiere recordings by French composer Max d’Ollone.

A Taste of Renaissance - Songs Works: Songs by Enesco, Ravel, Debussy, Poulenc, Leguerney, Hahn. Artists: Didier Henry; Anne Le Bozec (live) (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111175 $16.99 This is a live concert recording of Didier Henry and Anne Le Bozec presenting French songs by the others of the Renaissance.

Offenbach au Menu / le Quatuor Gastronomique Artists: Par le Quatuor Gastronomique; Sylvie Bertho, Pierre Catala, Jean-Marc Salzmann (1 CD) (Maguelone) MAGU 111188 $16.99 A beautiful carte for a gargantuan meal orchestrated by Offenbach and the Quartet Gastronomique!

Michael Nyman: The Piano Concerto et al. Works: Michael Nyman: Music from ‘The Piano’; Piano Concerto. Artists: Kathryn Stott, piano; Mi-chael Nyman (Pno)/Royal Liverpool PO; Michael Nyman Band. (3 CD) (MN Records) 3 MNRS 206 $33.49 The Piano Sings, Nyman’s score for Jane Campion’s 1993 film The Piano and Nyman’s Piano Concerto, one of the most exciting and inspiring pieces he has written.

Michael Nyman: Collaborations Works: Michael Nyman: Collaborations - The Glare; Acoustic Accordions; Sangam Artists: David McAlmont, Motion Trio, Michael Nyman Band, Michael Nyman (3 CD) (MN Records) 3 MNRS 205 $33.49


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MD&GLiszt: Hexameron - Battle of pianist titansWorks: Leon Buche: Hexameron over the Clouds; Chopin: Mazurka no 13, Op. 17/4; Nocturne no 15, Op. 55/1; Carl Czerny: Variationen über einen bekannten Wiener Walzer, Op. 12; Henri Herz: La Valse suisse; Liszt: Funerailles; Johann Peter Pixis (1788 - 1874); Sigismund Thalberg (1812 - 1871). Artists: Claudius Tanski (Pno); Johann Blanchard (Pno); Caroline Sorieux (Pno); Leon Buche (Pno); Carlos Goicoechea (Pno). (1 SA CD) (MD&G) MDG 9041803 $20.49 It was billed as a battle of titans. Franz Liszt had invited the leading pianists of his time to compose variations on Bellini’s “March of the Huguenots.” The international keyboard stars Chopin, Thalberg, Pixis, Czerny, and Herz had agreed to compete. Claudius Tanski has now recreated this event with his master pupils.

Mendelssohn: String Quintets, Opp. 87 & 18 Works: Mendelssohn: Quintets for Strings nos 1 & 2. Artists: Leipzig String Quartet. Barbara Buntrock (Vla). (1 CD) (MD&G) MDG 3071806 $18.99

Mahler: Das klagende Lied; Symphony No. 10 Works: Gustav Mahler: Das klagende Lied; “Blumine” from Symphony no 1; Symphony no 10. Artists: Manuela Uhl, soprano; Lioba Braun, alto; Werner Gura, tenor. Stefan Blunier/Czech Philharmonic Chorus Brno. Werner Güra (Tnr); Manuela Uhl (Sop). (1 SA CD) (MD&G) MDG 9371804 $20.49

Wagner: Arrangements for Piano / EckardsteinWorks: Wagner transcriptions by Busoni, Kocsis, Corbett, Stradal, Moszkowski. Artists: Severin von Eckardstein, piano (1 SA CD) (MD&G) MDG 9041805 $20.49

Bach & Händel in romantic organ arrangementsWorks: Music of Bach and Handel in arrangements by William Thomas Best (1826 - 1897); Alexandre Guilmant (1837 - 1911); Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877 - 1933); Arno Landmann (1887 - 1966); Max Reger (1873 - 1916). Artists: Wolfgang Baumgratz (Organ). (1 CD) (MD&G) MDG 3200761 $16.99

Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 / FurtwänglerArtists: Tilla Briem, Elisabeth Höngen, Peter Anders, Rudolf Watzke. Wilhelm Furtwängler/Berlin Philharmonic. (1 CD) (Melodiya) MELY 1002014 $16.99

Stravinsky: Les Ballets Russes / Kitayenko, Boulez, FedoseyevWorks: Stravinsky: The Firebird; Petrushka; The Rite of Spring Artists: Dmitri Kitayenko/Academic SO of the Moscow Philharmonic Society; Vladimir Fedoseyev/Big SO of Central Television and All-Union Radio; Pierre Boulez/Moscow State Conservatory SO. (2 CD) (Melodiya) 2 MELY 1001990 $35.99

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: May Night, operaArtists: artists Vladimir Fedoseyev/USSR TV and Radio Choir; USSR TV and Radio Orch. (1 CD) (Melodiya) MELY 1001840 $16.99 This recording conducted by Vladimir Fedoseyev, was awarded France’s Grand Prix Academie du Disque in 1976.

Igor Stravinsky: The Firebird, complete ballet Artists: Dmitri Kitaenko/Moscow Philharmonic SO. (1 CD) (Melodiya) MELY 1001734 $16.99 After Diaghilev’s passing, Manuel de Falla wrote to Stravinsky: “Of all his remarkable deeds, his ‘discovery’ of you takes the first place.”

Russian Avant-Garde Music / RozhdestvenskyWorks by: Edison Denisov, Sofia Gubaidulina, Alfred Schnittke. Artists: Gennady Rozhdestvensky/USSR Ministry of Culture SO. (1 CD) (Melodiya) MELY 1001724 $16.99

Chopin piano works / Rudolf Kehrer: pianoWorks: Chopin: 24 Preludes Op. 28; Scriabin: 24 Preludes, Op. 11 Artists: Rudolf Kehrer: piano (1 CD) (Melodiya) MELY 1002066 $16.99

In Dust We Trust: Fortmann chamber worksWorks: Thomas Fortmann (b.1951): Chamber works. Artists: Andrzej Grabiec; Misha Quint; Carlo Lapegna; Manrico Padovani (1 CD) (Metier) MTI 28534 $18.99

MirareFranz Liszt: Via Crucis / Vox ClamantisArtists: Jean-Claude Pennetier, piano; Jaan-Eik Tulve/Vox Clamantis. (1 CD) (Mirare) MRR 167 $20.49

Francois Couperin: Wandering ShadowsArtists: Iddo Bar-Shai, piano (1 CD) (Mirare) MRR 195 $20.49

Matthias Weckmann: Conjuratio / RicercarArtists: Maria Keohane; Carlos Mena; Hans-Jörg Mammel; Stephan McLeod; Maude Gratton. Philippe Pierlot/Ricercar Consort. (1 CD) (Mirare) MRR 204 $20.49

❦Djangirov plays Bach, Brahms, ProkofievWorks: Bach: Partita BWV 826; Brahms: Piano Pieces (8), Op. 76; Prokofiev: Sonata No. 7. Artists: Eldar Djangirov, piano (1 CD) (Motema Music) MOTA 116 $15.99 “A blend of musical intelligence, organizational savvy, enthusiasm, and prowess that was all the more impressive for seeming so casual ... an ebullient impressionist.” -New York Times

Eine Kleine Mechanische NachtmusikWorks: 89 recorded tracks of old and new music boxes (200 years!) (1 CD) (Motette) MOT 70021 $16.99 Old and new music boxes have been recorded so that one can not only hear what was fashionable for music boxes 200 years ago but also music box tunes of the last 40 years that are no longer available.

Magnificat - 27 sacred works / Karin NelsonWorks: 27 works by Bach, Pachelbel, Buxtehude, Weckmann, Scheidt Artists: Karin Nelson, organ (1 CD) (Motette) MOT 13681 $16.99 1/800/222-6872


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Lullaby & Nocturne for violin & pianoWorks: Lullabies and nocturnes by Neruda, Stravinsky, Lyapunov, Kreisler, et al.; Artists: David Hays, violin; Peter Collins, piano (1 CD) (MSR Classics) MSR 1436 $11.99 This recording brings together some of the finest works in the genre of lullabies and nocturnes written for violin and piano.

Vincent Persichetti: Harmonium Artists: Sherry Overholt, soprano; Joshua Pierce, piano (1 CD) (MSR Classics) MSR 1432 $11.99 Harmonium, a song cycle for soprano and piano on poems by Wallace Stevens was written in 1951.

❦Balalaika Favourites! - Classic recordings of Russian Folk tunes / Osipov State Russian FolkArtists: Vitaly Gnutov/Osipov State Russian Folk Orch.; Russian Balalaika Orch. Rudolf Belov (Domra). (1 CD) (Musical Concepts) MSLC 1936 $9.99 On Sale“Virtuosity & splendid musicianship is the key-note... Other instruments too between them they provide some very attractive sounds... (Includes) tremendously exciting Flight of the Bumblebee, Dance of the Comedians and the charming Waltz of the Faun... Recording very natural-sounding with wide dynamic range.” -Gramophone

❦Debussy: Complete Preludes, nos 1 - 24 Artists: Martino Tirimo, piano (1 CD) (Musical Concepts) MSLC 1211 $9.99 On Sale“Tirimo has a quite exceptional temperamental affinity with Debussy, with a fine ear for resonance and sonority, and exquisite subtlety of touch. (He takes) us into Debussy’s world and lets us experience its magic...” -Gramophone

Beethoven: String Quartets / Hagen QuartetWorks: Beethoven: String Quartets Opp. 18/3, 18/5 & 135 Artists: Hagen Quartet. (1 SA Hybrid CD) (Myrios Classics) MYR SACD9 $18.99

NaivePhilippe Jordan conducts Debussy, Ravel et al.Works: Debussy: Prélude to Afternoon of a faun; Stravinsky: Rite of Spring; Ravel: Boléro Artists: Philippe Jordan/Orchestre de l’Opera National de Paris. (1 CD) (Naïve) NAI 5332 $14.99 On Sale

Tchaikovsky Live - Violin ConcertoArtists: Sarah Nemtanu, violin; Kurt Masur/Orchestre National de France. (1 CD) (Naïve) NAI 5325 $17.99 On Sale

Talila - Le temps des bonheurs Artists: Teddy Lasry, piano, clarinet, sax, accordion; Pierre Mortarelli, double bass. Talila, voice (1 CD) (Naïve) NAI 622611 $14.99 On Sale

Contre-Ténors - Songs of the BaroqueWorks: Songs by Purcell, Dowland, Charpentier, Bach, Vivaldi, Gluck et al. Artists: Jaroussky, Scholl, Bowman and Lesne (1 CD) (Naïve) NAI 5328 $17.99 On Sale

Spellbound: Captivating Works for OrchestraWorks by: Paul Osterfield, Ronald Keith Parks, Timothy Lee Miller; Michael Murray Artists: Robert Ian Winstin/Kiev Philharmonic; Prague RSO; Petr Vronsky/Moravian PO. (1 ECD) (Navona) NVA 5911 $14.99 On Sale

Mood Indigo: Music of Erik Lotichius Works: Symphonic Music of Erik Lotichius (b.1929) Artists: Sandro Ivo Bartoli, piano; Miranda Van Kralingen, soprano. Vladimir Lande/St. Petersburg Academic SO. (2 CD & DVD) (Navona) 2 NVA 5913 $14.99 On SaleMOOD INDIGO is a collection of Erik Lotichius’s orchestral works and includes a bonus DVD docu-mentary about his music and career, compositional process, the recording sessions and more.

Nicholas Vines: Torrid Nature Scenes Works: Nicholas Vines: (b.1976) Torrid Nature Scenes Artists: Callithumpian Consort. (1 ECD) (Navona) NVA 5915 $14.99 On SaleLauded for his “crackling style” (NewMusicBox) and called “compellingly original” (Boston Phoenix) and “both humorous and unsettling” (WGBH), Vines presents “Torrid Nature Scenes” - a series of musical landscapes that instill anxiety and ebullience in the listener.

Yves Ramette: Cascading into ReverieWorks: Yves Ramette (1921-2012): Cascading into Reverie - works for piano; works for orchestra Artists: Eric Himy, piano. Jan Stulen/Netherlands Radio PO. (2 ECD) (Navona) 2 NVA 5910 $17.99 On Sale

Collected Music of Jerome David Goodman Artists: Ron Dank, Jana Herajnova. Vladimir Valek/Czech RSO; Prism Quartet. (1 CD) (Navona) NVA 5914 $14.99 On Sale

Nicola Porpora: Aminta - Pastoral Cantatas Artists: Marina de Liso, mezzo-soprano, Stile Galante, Stefano Aresi (New Pan) NEWP 10285 $20.49

J.S. Bach: Sonatas for solo violin BWV 1001, 1003, 1005 / Gunar Letzbor, Baroque violin.Artists: Gunar Letzbor, Baroque violin. (New Pan) NEWP 10286 $20.49

Aldebrando Subissati: Violin Sonatas (1675) Artists: Alessandro Ciccolini, violin, Gaetano Nasillo, cello, Karl-Ernst Schroder, theorbo, Luca Scandali, keyboards (New Pan) NEWP 10283 $20.49

Pianist Vladimir Feltsman plays LisztWorks: Liszt: Liebesträume, No. 3; Ballade No. 2; 6 Consolations; Bénédiction’ Berceuse; Elegia; La lugubre gondola et al. Artists: Vladimir Feltsman, piano (1 CD) (Nimbus Records) NIM 6212 $14.49 On Sale

❦French Organ Music from the Golden Age IWorks by: Francois Couperin; Pierre Du MageArtists: David Ponsford, organ (1 CD) (Nimbus Records) NIM 6213 $14.49 On Sale“I particularly like the throaty pedal tones and breadth of contrast to be heard in this recording” -MusicWeb International, January 2013

Brahms: Viola Sonatas; Schubert: “Arpeggione” Works: Brahms: Sonatas for Viola & Piano Nos. 1 & 2; Schubert: “Arpeggione” Sonata Artists: Robin Ireland, viola; Tim Horton: piano (1 CD) (Nimbus Records) NIM 6210 $14.49 On Sale

Ernesto Lecuona: Cuba Espana / Clara Rodríguez: pianoArtists: Clara Rodríguez: piano (1 CD) (Nimbus Records) NIM 6214 $14.49 On Sale


New Releases

❦Óscar Esplá: Music for Piano / Martin JonesWorks: Óscar Esplá: Music for Piano, Opp. 2, 25, 53 Artists: Martin Jones, piano (2 CD) (Nimbus Records) 2 NIM 5889 $27.99 On Sale“What I found refreshing in all the works on the discs is an air of childlike innocence that helps to make them immediately attractive...[Jones] is the perfect advocate for these wonderfully simple but beautifully crafted delicate little pieces.” -MusicWeb International, January 2013

NMC ClassicsKenneth Hesketh: Wunderkammer(konzert) / Artists: Christoph-Mathias Mueller; Clark Rundell/Royal Liverpool Philharmonic; Ensemble 10/10. (1 CD) (NMC Classics) NMC 186 $18.99

Music of Memory / Antonis Hatzinikolaou, guitarWorks by: Nicholas Maw, Joe Atkins, Peter Racine Fricker, Matthew Taylor, Bayan Northcott, Charlotte Bray. Artists: Antonis Hatzinikolaou, guitar (1 CD) (NMC Classics) NMC 184 $18.99

Deirdre Gribbin: works for strings & voice Works: Deirdre Gribbin (b.1967): Island People, works for string quartet & voice Artists: Patricia Rozario, soprano; Loré Lixenberg, mezzo-soprano RTE Vanbrugh Quartet. (1 CD) (NMC Classics) NMC 185 $18.99

The music of Brimi / Gjermund Larsen TrioWorks: The music of Hans W. Brimi - the fiddler from Garmo, Lom Artists: Gjermund Larsen Trio. (Norway Music) NMP 7273 $18.99

Vivit! Choral Works by Reger & Tobias Works: Max Reger A Twilight Piece; Evening Song; Der Mensch lebt und besteht nur eine kleine Zeit; Night Song; Pieces (12) for Organ, Op. 59 “Orgelmesse”; Our Dear Lady’s Dream, sacred song for chorus, Op. 138/4; Rudolf Tobias (1873 - 1918). Artists: Daniel Reuss/Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir. Ene Salumae (Organ); Siim Selis (Pno). (1 CD) (Ondine) OND 1221 $14.99 On Sale

Orchestral music of Jorg WidmannWorks: Jörg Widmann (1973 - ): Antiphon, for orchestra; Concerto for Violin; Insel der Sirenen, for violin & 19 strings. Artists: Daniel Harding/Swedish RSO. Christian Tetzlaff (Vln). (1 CD) (Ondine) OND 1215 $14.99 On Sale

Piano Titans / Anagnoson & Kinton piano duoWorks by: Clementi, Beethoven, Schubert. Artists: Anagnoson & Kinton piano duo (1 CD) (Opening Day Recordings) ODET 7432 $16.99 ‘As individuals they seem to have no technical shortcomings at all; in tandem they are more than twice as good.’’ - Boston Globe

❦Philip Glass: Cello Concerto No. 2 / HaimovitzWorks: Philip Glass: Cello Concerto No. 2 “Naqoyqatsi”: Life as War Artists: Matt Haimovitz, cello; Dennis Russell Davies/Cincinnati SO. (1 CD) (Orange Mountain Music) OMM 0087 $18.99 “This dark score gives us Glass’s late style at its best. Weird melodic modes kink around sharp harmonic corners; the solo cello gets moments of unsettling loveliness and spectacular virtuosity.” -WQXR (New York)

Schubert: Winterreise, D. 911 / Kurt MollArtists: Kurt Moll, bass; Cord Garben, piano (1 CD) (Orfeo) ORF 042831 $19.49 On Sale

O’Riley’s Liszt / Christopher O’Riley, pianoWorks: Transcriptions for piano solo of Symphonie Fantastique; Prelude & Liebestod et al. Artists: Christopher O’Riley, piano (Oxingale Productions) (1 Blu-Ray Video) OXGL 2021 $23.99 (2 CD) 2 OXGL 2020 $20.49 This multi-layered audio and visual experience is available as a 2-CD set and as a HD audio/video Blu-ray. Each music track has a corresponding music video. The Blu-ray also includes an artist commentary audio layer in which O’Riley brings his From-The-Top-honed speaking voice and extensive musical and historical knowledge to enliven and enlighten the listening experience.

Johann Sebastian Bach: (Re)inventions, Vol. 1 Artists: Eric Lamb, cello; Martin Rummel, flute (1 CD) (Paladino Music) PANO 0039 $18.99 Volume one of this cycle is ensemble paladino’s first collaborative adaptation project of musical examples from Bach’s keyboard works, in this case his two part counterpoint arranged for flute and cello.

Rameau: Pieces de Clavecin en ConcertsWorks: Rameau: Pieces de Clavecin en Concerts; Suite in A Artists: Bruno Procopio, harpsichord; Patrick Bismuth, violin; François Lazarevitch, flute; Emmanuelle Guigues, viola da gamba (1 CD) (Paraty) PRTY 412201 $16.99 The Pièces de clavecin en concerts provide a kind of link between the Italian trio sonatas and Bach’s polyphonic trios.

“Outre-Mers”: Music of Lopez & PortugalWorks: Lopez: Intento 4 & 7; Portugal: Missa Grande; Marcot: Quetzal Artists: Bruno Procopio/Choeur L’Échelle; Charles Barbier. (1 CD) (Paraty) PRTY 312214 $16.99

Rameau in Caracas / Simon Bolivar SO Soloists Artists: Bruno Procopio/Simon Bolivar SO of Venezuela Soloists. (1 CD) (Paraty) PRTY 512120 $16.99

PentatoneBruckner: Symphony No. 2 / Marek JanowskiArtists: Marek Janowski/Orchestre de la Suisse Romande. (1 SA Hybrid CD) PTE 5186448 $19.99 With this Symphony No. 2 release the great conductor demonstrates that there is “more than a touch of the great Eugen Jochum in [his] approach” (Gramophone).

❦Beethoven: Symphonies 4 & 7 / McGeganWorks: Beethoven: Symphony no 4; Symphony no 7. Artists: Nicholas McGegan/Philharmonia Baroque Orch. (1 CD) (Philharmonia Baroque) PHBQ 06 $20.49 “The perfect music for this conductor and this orchestra... This was fine Beethoven playing - damn fine.” -San Francisco Classical Voice

Belyayev Project - Romantic Piano triosWorks: Piano trios by Rimsky-Korsakov; Glazunov; Blumenfeld Artists: Andrey Baranov; Alexey Zhilin; Miki Aoki (1 CD) (Profil Edition Gunter Hanssler) PRF 12033 $16.99


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Cello and Piano Concertos of Saint-SaensWorks: Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No. 2, Cello Concerto No. 1, et al. Artists: Emil Gilels; Arthur Grumiaux; Mstislav Rostropovich; isaac Stern (1 ECD) (Praga) PGA 350077 $21.49

Pierre Monteux conducts Ravel Works: Ravel: Rapsodie Espagnole, Pavane pour une Infante Defunte, Daphnis & Chloe. Artists: Pierre Monteux/Chorus of the ROH; London SO. (1 SA Hybrid CD) (Praga) PGA 350073 $21.49 Monteux assumed the position of music director of the London Symphony Orchestra in 1961 at age 86. The historic remastered recordings on this hybrid SACD date from this period.

Ouvertures et Intermezzi / Gino MarinuzziWorks: Rossini, Bellini, Verdi, Puccini, et al.; Artists: Gino Marinuzzi/Orch. del Teatro all Scala. (1 CD) (Preiser) PSR 93486 $16.99

The Complete Psalms of David, Vol. 3: Works: Henley, Wesley, Tambling, Barnby, Alcock, Perrin, et al. Artists: Ian Tracey, organ David Poulter/Liverpool Cathedral Choir. (1 CD) (Priory) PRY 1079 $16.99

The Historical Trombone: Renaissance Works: Works by Ortiz, Monteverdi et al. Artists: Ercole Nisini: Renaissance trombone (1 CD) (Querstand) QRST 1012 $16.99 Trombone repertoire from the mid-16th century to the mid-19th century - nearly all pieces were recorded with a Renaissance trombone for the first time.

Telemann: Trio Sonatas for RecorderArtists: Margaret Hunter, soprano. Alina Rotaru/Ensemble Luxurians. (1 CD) (Querstand) QRST 913 $16.99

Mahler: Symphony No. 5 / MDR SO, Fabio LuisiWorks: Gustav Mahler (1860 - 1911): Symphony no 5 in C sharp minor. Artists: Fabio Luisi/MDR SO. (1 CD) (Querstand) QRST 413 $16.99

Andres Segovia Archive: Spanish Composers Artists: Roberto Moronn Pérez: guitar (1 CD) (Reference Recordings) REF 705 $15.99 With the phrase “Andrés Segovia Archive,” this album refers specifically to the collection of some three or four-dozen pieces recovered by Angelo Gilardino on May 7, 2001 at Segovia’s home in Spain. These pieces were dedicated to Segovia or commissioned by him, involving composers from eight countries.

Into Thy Hands / Grosvenor Chapel ChoirWorks by: Mozart, Tallis, White, Philips, Blow, et al.; Artists: Richard Hobson, organ; Joseph Sentence/Grosvenor Chapel Choir. (1 CD) (Regent Records) REGN 351 $16.99

In Dublin’s Fair City / Choristers of Saint Patrick’s CathedralWorks: Parry, Burgon, Warlock, Wesley, Britten et al. Artists: David Leigh, organ. Stuart Nicholson/Choristers of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral. (1 CD) (Regent Records) REGN 396 $16.99 Boys’ voices have enriched the music of the daily services in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral for centuries. The qualities required of a boy who would be a chorister have not varied greatly since the founding of the choir in 1431.

Regis RecordsSchubert: Winterreise / Fischer-DieskauArtists: Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (bar); Gerald Moore (Piano) [1955] (1 CD) (Regis Records) REGS 1400 $11.99

Sviatoslav Richter in RecitalWorks: Haydn, Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy, Prokofiev. Artists: Sviatoslav Richter (Carnegie Hall; Wembley Town Hall, 1960’s) (1 CD) (Regis Records) REGS 1399 $11.99

Alfons Karl Zwicker: Chamber MusicWorks: Alfons Karl Zwicker (b.1952): Chamber Music - Secretum; Komm o Tod des Schlafes Bruder; Empathie Artists: Denk, Hartmann, Daerio, Oetiker, Somm (1 CD) (Relief) RLF 210313 $18.99

The Birth of the Violin, a collection of contrasting works for the early violin Artists: Baptiste Romain, renaissance violin; Le Miroir de Musique. (1 CD) (Ricercar) RCR 333 $18.99

❦The Phoenix - Music of Luz and Braun Works: Yehezkel Braun (1922 - ): Flute Sonata; Psalms, for bassoon & piano; Sonata for bassoon & piano; Sonata for Piano no 2; Sonata for piccolo & piano; Songs of Zion (3) for bassoon & piano; Rotem Luz. Artists: Lior Eitan (Piccolo); Rotem Luz (Pno); Uzi Shalev (Bssn); Dan Moshayev (Perc). (2 CD) (Romeo Records) 2 RMR 7291 $23.99 “Yehezkel Braun’s music mostly sounds like wind instrument recital music. Some of the work of his daughter, Rotem Luz, is also included, and her music is somewhat more thoughtful. She also has a more varied harmonic language.” -ARG

Romantic Organ Music / Ullrich BoehmeWorks by: Reger, Gigout, Liszt, Franck, Dupre. Artists: Ullrich Boehme, the Sauer Organ of St. Thomas Church in Leipzig (1 SA CD) (Rondeau Production) RDAU 6017 $18.99

Bach: Cantatas / Windsbach Boys ChoirWorks: Bach: Cantatas BWV.34; BWV.93; BWV.100 Artists: Susanne Winter; Rebecca Martin; Markus Schafer; Sebastian Bluth; Karl-Friedrich Beringer/Deutsche Kammer-Virtuosen Berlin; Windsbacher Knabenchor. (1 CD) (Rondeau Production) RDAU 2007 $18.99

Between Heaven And Earth - choral worksWorks: Durufle, Pott, Avni, reger, de Jeune et al. Artists: Daaler Vocal Consort. (1 CD) (Rondeau Production) RDAU 6034 $18.99 Pizzicato magazine attests to the ensemble’s “pure intonation, a sound blending of voices, and a thoroughly honest musical expression.”

❦Prokofiev: Winter BonfireArtists: Andrei Tchistiakov/Saison Russe SO; Vincent Figuri: narrator (1 CD) (Salamandre) SAMD 600 $16.99 “The richness, lyricism, and poetry of ‘Winter Bonfire’ are enhanced in this recording by the sensitive performance of the Saison Russe chorus and orchestra, conducted by Andrei Tchistiakov.” -Gramophone


New ReleasesSeraphic Fire in their signature worksWorks: Alvaro A. Bermudez: Padre Nuestro, for chorus; William Billings (1746 - 1800): Invocation; Shawn Crouch: The Road from Hiroshima; Maurice Duruflé (1902 - 1986): Notre Père, Op. 14; Rafael Hernández (1892 - 1965): Cachita, for string quartet & percussion; El Cumbanchero; Ingram Marshall (1942 - ); Ariel Ramírez (1921 - 2010); Jake Runestad; Tomás de Torrejón y Velasco (1644 - 1728). Artists: Patrick Dupré Quigley/Seraphic Fire. Alvaro A. Bermudez (Charango); Derek Chester (Gtr); Pedro Fernandez (Perc); Paul Max Tipton (Perc). (1 CD) (Seraphic Fire & Firebird) SRPH 11 $16.99

Signum UKKing’s Singers in music of the renaissanceWorks: Benedictus Appenzeller: Musae Jovis; Josquin Desprez: Nymphes, nappés/Circumdederunt me, song for 6 parts; Salve Regina, motet for 5 parts; Nicolas Gombert (circa 1495 - circa 1560): Musae Jovis for 6 voices; Jacquet of Mantua (1483 - 1559): Dum vastos Adriae fluctus, for chorus; Jean Richafort (1480 - 1547): Requiem Mass; Jerome (Jheronimus) Vinders (fl. 1525-1526 - ). Artists: The King’s Singers. (Signum UK) SGK 326 $16.99

Alexander Levine: The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom / TenebraeWorks: Alexander Levine (1955 - ): The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, for chorus. Artists: Nigel Short/Tenebrae. (1 CD) (Signum UK) SGK 316 $16.99

Beethoven: The Underperformed WorksWorks: Beethoven: The Creatures of Prometheus; Twelve Menuets; Twelve German Dances. Artists: Thomas Dasusgaard/Swedish CO Orebro. (2 CD) (Simax) 2 SIM 1284 $21.99 On Sale

J.S. Bach: Suites / Jean Geoffroy, marimbaWorks: J.S. Bach: Suites BWV 1007 - 1012 Artists: Jean Geoffroy, marimba (2 CD) (Skarbo) 2 SKA 11077 $29.99

Kanamb Noel - Famous Christmas songsWorks: Kanamb Noel - Famous classical and folkloric Christmas songs arranged by Gildas Pungier Artists: Gildas Pungier/Choeur d’enfants de la Psallette de la Cathédrale de Tréguier; Ensemble Vocal et instrumental Mélisme(s). (1 CD) (Skarbo) SKA 2093 $18.99

J.S. Bach: Sonatas and Partitas on marimbaWorks: J.S. Bach: Sonatas and Partitas BWV 1001 - 1006 Artists: Jean Geoffroy, marimba (2 CD) (Skarbo) 2 SKA 11088 $29.99

Aubert Lemeland & l’Amerique Works: Orchestral and vocal works of Lemeland Artists: Choeurs Francine Bessac; Ensemble Instrumental de Grenoble; Orquestra Nacional do porto; Toulouse CO. (3 CD) (Skarbo) 3 SKA 311456 $44.99 This three-CD collection includes an anthology of French composer and writer, Aubert Lemeland’s orchestral and vocal works. Also included is a novel written in French by the composer.

Piano Music by Billy Mayerl, Vol. 1Works: Billy Mayerl: includes: Railroad Rhythm; Robots; Siberian Lament; Aquarium Suite Artists: Philip Martin, piano (1 CD) (Somm) SOMM 124 $16.99

British Opera Overtures / Richard BonyngeWorks by: Benedict, Barnett, Balfe, Loder, Wallace, MacFarren. Artists: Richard Bonynge/Victorian Opera Orch. (1 CD) (Somm) SOMM 123 $16.99 A superbly enjoyable disc of 19th-century opera overtures, consisting mostly of premiere recordings.

Smekkleysa (Bad Taste)The End of the Day: Songs of Arni Björnsson Works: Arni Björnsson: Happiness, You Make Me Sad; When the Flowers Sleep; Blow the Horns, for band; Dance Music, for string ensemble; The Hermit; One Legged Erik. Artists: Helgi Bragason/Hafnarfjordur Chamber Choir; Tryggvi M. Baldvinsson/Icelandic Festival Marching Band; Árni Björnsson Quartet. James Lisney (Pno); Gunnar Gudbjornsson (Tnr); Elizabeth Layton (Vln); Jaime Martin (Flt); Bjorg Thorhallsdottir (Flt). (2 CD) 2 SMEK 47 $29.99

Epitaph: Music from Medieval Iceland Works: Sverrir Gudjónsson: Grafskrift (Epitaph). Art-ists: artists Eggert Palsson (Perc); Camilla Söder-berg (Recorder); Sverrir Guthjonsson (Recorder); Olof Oskarsdottir (Recorder); Snorri Orn Snorrason (Lute). (1 CD) (Smekkleysa) SMEK 1 $18.99 These are traditional songs have been approached from a fresh angle, to conjure up the ancient atmosphere of the Middle Ages and a sense of Icelandic roots.

Ten Years - Icelandic Choral works Works: Choral works by Grimsdottir, Runarsdotir, Sigurbjornsson, Sveinsson, Nordal, Rautavaara Artists: Graduale Nobili Chamber Choir. Lovisa Arnadóttir (Voice); Gudrídur Thóra Gísladóttir (Voice); Arny Ingvarsdottir (Voice). (1 CD) (Smekkleysa) SMEK 77 $18.99

Piano Phantoms / Michael Lewin, pianoWorks by: Niemann, Lyapunov, Grieg, Tausig, Medtner, Dvorak, Goossens, Troyer et al. Artists: Michael Lewin, piano (1 CD) (Sono Luminus) SUIN 92168 $16.99

Sony Classics❦Journeys / The Emerson String QuartetWorks: Tchaikovsky: Souvenir de Florence; Schoenberg: Verklarte Nacht Artists: Emerson String Quartet. (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88725470602 $13.99 “The new album from America’s greatest quartet.” -Time Magazine

Schubert & Mozart Quartets Works: Schubert: Quartet No. 15, D.887; Mozart: Adagio & Fugue K.546. Artists: Ma, Kashkashian, Phillips, Kremer (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88697553632 $8.99


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Yo-Yo Ma plays Strauss & SchoenbergWorks: Strauss: Don Quixote; Schoenberg: Cello Concerto Artists: Yo-Yo Ma, cello; Seiji Ozawa/Boston SO. (1 CD) (Sony) SNYC 88697553562 $8.99

Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring / Bernstein, NY Works: Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring Artists: Leonard Bernstein/New York Philharmonic. (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88765469152 $10.99 “Wow!” a galvanized Igor Stravinsky reportedly exclaimed after listening to Leonard Bernstein’s astonishing recording with the New York Philharmonic of Le Sacre du Printemps (The Rite of Spring), a performance that was captured more than a half-century ago in a single electrically-charged recording session.

Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring - 100th Anniversary Edition, 10 Reference RecordingsWorks: Legendary performances of The Rite of Spring from Stokowski, Stravinsky, Monteaux, Ozawa, Boulez, Salaonen, Bernstein, Tilson-Thomas (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88725461742 $33.49

Japanese Melodies / Yo-Yo Ma, celloWorks: Traditional Japanese folksongs by Kunihiko Hashimoto; Kozaburo Hirai; Hidemaro Konoye; Michio Mamiya (1929 - ); Rentaro Taki (1879 - 1903); Kosaku Yamada (1886 - 1965). Artists: Michio Mamiya/Pro Musica Nipponia. Yo-Yo Ma (Clo); Patricia Zander (Hpsi); Masami Nakagawa (Flt); Sumire Yoshiwara (Perc). (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88697551662 $8.99

Stravinsky Conducts Stravinsky: 2 Versions of The Rite of Spring & Firebird Works: Two Versions of The Rite of Spring & Firebird / Columbia SO (1960); New York PO (1940) Artists: Igor Stravinsky/Columbia SO (1960); Igor Stravinsky/New York PO (1940) (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88765442692 $23.99

Beethoven: Cello Sonatas, Vol. 2 / Yo-Yo MaWorks: Beethoven: Sonatas, Vol. 2 - No. 3, Op. 69 & No. 5 Op. 102/2 Artists: Yo-Yo Ma, cello; Emanuel Ax, piano (1 CD) (Sony Classical) SNYC 88697547302 $8.99

A Grand Romance / Jeffrey Biegel, pianoWorks: music by Moszkowski, Schutt, Paderewski, Cui, Henselt, Sgambati, Schutt Artists: Jeffrey Biegel, piano (1 CD) (Steinway & Sons) STEI 30017 $16.99

Sacred Music of Joachim RaffWorks: Joachim Raff: Te Deum; De Profundis; Psalm Op. 141; Pater Noster; Ave Maria; Four Marian antiphons Artists: Susanna Andersson, soprano; Kenrik Schaefer/Gotenborgs Operaokester; Kalrstad Kammarkor; Stockholm Singers. (Sterling) STR 1098 $14.99 On Sale

Ronald Corp: String, Paper, WoodWorks: Ronald Corp: String, Paper, Wood - String Quartet no 3; Yellow Wallpaper; Clarinet Quintet Artists: Rebecca de Pont Davies: mezzo-soprano; Andrew Marriner, clarinet (1 CD) (Stone Records) SOER 8024 $16.99

Beethoven: Complete Strng Trios Artists: artists Lendvai String Trio. (1 CD) (Stone Records) SOER 8023 $16.99

The Complete Quilter Songbook, Vol. 1 Artists: Mark Stone, baritone; Stephen Barlow, piano (1 CD) (Stone Records) SOER 8025 $16.99

Ennio Morricone: Lemma Artists: Rocco Parisi, clarinet; Andrea Noferini, cello; Gabriele Rota, piano; Quartetto Noterini (1 CD) (Stradivarius) SVS 33876 $16.99

❦C.P.E. Bach: Wurttemberg Sonatas 1, 2 & 3Artists: David Murray, piano (1 CD) (Summit Records) SUM 603 $15.99 “An effortlessly musical performer.” -Arizona Republic Although these pieces are known and respected among pianists by reputation, the sonatas themselves are rarely heard or performed.

SupraphonJ.S.Bach: Cantatas / Collegium 1704Works: J.S.Bach: Cantatas BWV 202 “Wedding”; BWV 51 “Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen” Artists: Martina Jankova, soprano; Vaclav Luks/Collegium 1704. (Supraphon) SPR 4134 $16.99

Bedrich Smetana: Piano Works / CechovaWorks: Bedrich Smetana: 6 Morceaux, Op. 1; Woodland Feelings; Caprice; Romanza in B flat et al. Artists: Jitka Cechova, piano (Supraphon) SPR 3846 $16.99

Anders Jormin: Between Always and Never, oratorioWorks: Anders Jormin (b.1957): Between Always and Never. Artists: Lena Willemark/Jonkoping Chamber Choir & Sinfonietta. (1 CD) (Swedish Society Discofil) SSD 1154 $16.99

A. Scarlatti: Complete Keyboard Works, Vol. 4 Artists: Francesco Tasini: harpsichord (1 CD) (Tactus) TCT 661914 $14.99

Wolf-Ferrari: Serenade for Strings et al. Works: Wolf-Ferrari: Serenade for Strings; Violin Concerto, Op. 26 Artists: Laura Marzadori, violin Marco Zuccarini/Orch. Città di Ferrara. (1 CD) (Tactus) TCT 872303 $14.99 Among Wolf-Ferrari’s compositions, the positive mood of the Serenade for Strings is unique, or almost unique. It can be associated, even with its diversities, to 15-year-old Mendelssohn composing his string Octet.

Ginette Neveu: The Last Recordings (1949)Artists: Ginette Neveu, violin (1 CD) (Tahra) TAH 745 $16.99 These recordings of Ginette Neveu’s final concerts - September 21st in Stuttgart with her brother, September 25th under Hans Rosbaud in Baden-Baden and October 20th at the Salle Pleyel with her brother - are a musical testament to one of the greatest violinists of her era.

Louis Marchand: Works for Organ; Frédéric Desenclos, organArtists: Frédéric Desenclos, organ (1 CD) (Temperaments) TERS 316040 $18.99 On this disc, Frédéric Desenclos performs a rich anthology of the organ music of Louis Marchand, who settled in Paris at the end of Lully’s life and died one year before the first performance of Rameau’s Hippolyte et Aricie.


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The French Accent - French Chamber works Works: Chamber works by Poulenc, Thuille, Roussel, Hotteterre, Ferroud Jolivet et al. Artists: Pierre Pierlot, oboe (1 CD) (The Classics Label) TCL OB2025 $18.99

The World of the Oboe‘The World of the Oboe’ is an introduction to the music, players, reeds, and instruments. (1 CD) (The Classics Label) TCL OB2026 $18.99

Toccata ClassicsBass Vassily Savenko sings Boris LyatoshynskyWorks: Boris Lyatoshynsky (1896-1968): Ozymandias and Other Romances for Low Voice and Piano Artists: Vassily Savenko, bass; Alexander Blok, piano (1 CD) (Toccata) TOC 0053 $18.99 The songs meld intense Scriabinesque expressionism with elements of Ukrainian folksong in a language that embraces both the lyrical and the dramatic.

Bingham: Piano Music / David Jones, pianoArtists: David Jones, piano (1 CD) (Toccata) TOC 0181 $18.99 Bingham’s (b. Nottingham, 1952) music for chorus and organ has been previously released on CD, but this is the 1st recording of her piano music.

Kerem: Symphony No. 3; Lamento; Sextet Works: Mihkel Kerem (b.1981): Symphony No. 3; Lamento; String Sextet Artists: Mikk Murdvee/Estonian National SO; Tallinn CO; Tallinn Ensemble. (1 CD) (Toccata) TOC 0173 $18.99

Music for flute by Théodore Gouvy / BronnimannWorks: Théodore Gouvy: Serenades for Flute and Strings; Introduction et Polonaise; Danse suedoise Artists: Markus Bronnimann, flute. Michael Kleiser/Kreisler Quartet. (1 CD) (Toccata) TOC 0185 $18.99 The rediscovery of the three Sérénades for flute and strings by the Franco-German Romantic Gouvy (1819 - 98) brings a welcome expansion to the repertoire of 19th century chamber music for flute.

Ay, Amor: Songs about Love, Desire and Passion / Duo ArcadieWorks: songs for voice & guitar by Lorca, Rodrigo, Mompou, Vasquez, Narvaez Artists: Duo Arcadie (1 CD) (TYXart) TYXA 13021 $18.99 Fiery Spanish temperament, deep emotions and Mediterranean atmosphere are presented on this recording by the “Duo Arcadie” for voice and guitar. Franziska Markowitsch and Ulrike Merk display a wide spectrum of Spanish music. Two premiere recordings complete this kaleidoscope of works from the past and present.

Así es mi Tierra - Music for voice & guitarArtists: Irasema Terrazas, soprano; Gustavo Cuautli, tenor; Anastasia Guzman, guitar (1 CD) (Urtext (Mexico) URT 3055 $14.99

G.I. Joe: Retaliation [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]Artists: Nick Glennie-Smith. Alex Belcher (Gtr); Josh Freese (Drums); Joe Perry (Gtr). (1 CD) (Varese Sarabande) VSD 3020671902 $16.98

Spartacus: War of the Damned [Music from the Starz Original Series]Works: Joseph LoDuca: Spartacus. Artists: Judd Maher/Joseph LoDuca/Bryan Hofheins. (1 CD) (Varese Sarabande) VSD 3020671842 $16.98

Couperin: Trois Lecons de Tenebres / The King’s Consort, Carolyn SampsonWorks: François Couperin (1668 - 1733): Leçon de Ténèbres 1 & 2 for treble voice & continuo; Magnificat, motet for 2 sopranos & continuo; Victoria, Christo resurgenti; Marin Marais (1656 - 1728): Chaconne, for viola da gamba & continuo in A major; Jean de Sainte-Colombe (fl. 1658-1687 - bef 1701). Artists: Robert King/King’s Consort. Robert King (Organ); Lynda Sayce (Theorbo); Carolyn Sampson (Sop); Marianne Beate Kielland (Mzz Sop). (1 CD) (Vivat) VIVT 102 $16.99

Warner ClassicsMozart: Sinfonia concertante; ConcertoneWorks: W.A. Mozart: Adagio for Piano in B minor, K 540; Concertone for 2 Violins in C major, K 190 (186E). Artists: Pierre Amoyal/Camerata de Lausanne. Pierre Amoyal (Vln); Audrey Cholokyan (Oboe); Fulvia Mancini (Clo); Ami Oike (Vln); Yuko Shimizu (Vla). (1 CD) (Warner Classics) WRNC 2564652158 $18.99 “As the title reminds us, the Sinfonia concertante for violin, viola and orchestra, K364 is not a concerto for two solo instruments, but a symphony in the context of which two soloists converse with profound tenderness and extreme sensitivity.” - Pierre Amoyal

Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings; Souvenir de Florence / Camerata de LausanneWorks: Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings in C major, Op. 48; Sextet for Strings in D major, Op. 70 “Souvenir de Florence”. Artists: Pierre Amoyal/Camerata de Lausanne. (1 CD) (Warner Classics) WRNC 2564652182 $18.99 “Tchaikovsky’s Serenade is one of the most exciting pieces a chamber orchestra can perform. The composer’s genius is evident here not only in his incredibly beautiful melodies, but also in his amazing sense of orchestration, giving the impression to listeners and players alike that we are hearing a full symphony orchestra.” - Pierre Amoyal

Wilhelm Furtwangler conducts Overtures Works: Overtures by Gluck, Beethoven, Cherubini, Weber, Schumann, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Wagner Artists: Wilhelm Furtwangler/Berlin Philharmonic; Stockholm Philharmonic; Vienna Philharmonic. (2 CD) (Widescreen) 2 WIEN 162 $16.99

Verdi & Wagner: Overtures & Preludes / DoratiArtists: Antal Dorati/London SO. (2 CD) (Widescreen) 2 WIEN 258 $16.99

Schumann: Violin Sonatas / Marwood, violinArtists: Anthony Marwood, violin; Aleksandar Madzar, piano (1 CD) (Wigmore Hall Live) WGMR 0059 $18.99

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New Boxed Sets for June, 2013

❦Sibelius Edition Vol 11 - Choral MusicWorks: Sibelius: Choral Music: The complete works for male, mixed, female and children’s choir a cappella and with piano. Artists: Various Choirs (6 CD) (BIS (Sweden) 6 BIS 1930 $56.99

“The Finnish artists involved in these recordings invest genuine love, considerable craft and refined artistry into this enterprise. Even the least of their countryman’s youthful chorales or occasional pieces receives first-rate care and attention...endlessly delightful.” -Classic FM Magazine ****

100 Greatest Film Themes, Take 3Works: Skyfall; Independence Day; Stargate; Alfie; Goldfinger; The Ipcress File; Dance of the Cuckoos; Smile from “Modern Times”; Heigh-Ho (for Disney’s Snow White); The Sorcerer’s Apprentice; The Bare

Necessities from “The Jungle Book”; Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, song; Don’t Rain on My Parade from “Funny Girl”; True Grit; Getta Bloomin’ Move On from “The Italian Job”; and more... 6 SLA 1398 $58.48

The DG Archiv Produktion Limited Edition, from 1947-2013 [55 CDs]Archiv Produktion - the beloved Silver Label - is being revived in a big way! The box-set traces the history of Archiv from 1947, when the first recordings were made (Helmut Walcha playing

Bach organ works) to several of which are new to CD - from Wenzinger and Safford Cape, through Karl Richter, Nikolas Harnoncourt and Sir Charles Mackerras - and many, many more. (55 CD) (Deutsche Grammophon) 55 DGG B001833572 $142.98

The Bruckner Collection - [20 CDs]Works: Bruckner: Complete Symphonies, Masses; Te Deum; Motets; Organ Works; Piano works Artists: Tintner, Tennstedt, Wand et al. (20 CD) (Profil Edition Gunter Hanssler) 20 PRF 13007 $89.99

Schubert: Symphonies Nos. 1-8 / Lorin MaazelArtists: Lorin Maazel/Bavarian RSO. (3 CD) (BR Classic) 3 BRK 900712 $38.99

Bruckner: Complete Symphonies / Eugen JochumArtists: Eugen Jochum/Dresden Staatskapelle. (10 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 10 BLC 94707 $44.49 On SaleThis recording includes the complete Bruckner symphonies, plus Symphony No. 0.

Gramophone said of the conductor, “... The set is a document of considerable worth. Jochum’s dedication to Bruckner’s music throughout a long and distinguished career has been exemplary.”

Edda Moser: Electrola Recitals [9 CDs]Works: Opera & Lied by R. Strauss; Schumann; Schubert; Mozart with Frick, Gedda, Rothenberger, Werba et al. Artists: Edda Moser (Soprano) (9 CD) (EMI Classics) 9 EMI 282812 $33.98

With the two interviews, Edda Moser’s tribute to Mozart and the CD premieres of five Lieder albums plus her aria recital, this edition paints a many-faceted and personal portrait of the great soprano.

Firminus Caron: Masses & ChansonsArtists: The Sound and the Fury (3 CD) (Fra Bernardo) 3 FRAB 1207302 $53.99 These three CDs represent almost all of Firminus Caron’s (ca.1440 - ca.1475) existing compositions (including five masses). Along with

Ockeghem and Busnois, he was named as one of the leading composers of his time.

Gregorian Chant in St. Gallen / Die SingphonikerArtists: Godehard Joppich/Die Singphoniker. (3 CD) (CPO ) 3 CPO 777490 $29.99 During the 1990s cpo released 3 CDs featuring Gregorian chants from the St. Gallen Abbey in interpretations by the

Singphoniker directed by Godehard Joppich. Responding to popular demand, cpo is now re-releasing these CDs (no longer in the catalog) in a box set at a special price.

Beethoven: Complete String QuartetsArtists: Suske Quartet. (7 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 7 BLC 94672 $29.49 On Sale

The Heifetz Piatigorsky Concerts [2012] (21 CDs)Artists: Alfred Wallenstein. Artur Rubinstein (Pno); Jascha Heifetz (Vln); William Primrose (Vla); Gregor Piatigorsky (Clo); Leonard Pennario (Pno). (21 CD) (RCA Records) 21 RCA 88725451452 $65.99 The renowned artists, violinist Jascha Heifetz and cellist Gregor Piatigorsky, joined forces in 1949 at Chicago’s Ravinia Festival. Twelve years later, and now good friends, both artists were in semi-retirement from the concert stage, yet enjoyed their evenings of chamber music with friends. Here they conceived The Heifetz-Piatigorsky Concerts

as a way to share their love of chamber music with the public. They aimed to present repertoire not often heard in concert and then record them. This first ever complete collection of The Heifetz-Piatigorsky Concerts includes 21 CDs, packaged in mini-sleeves with the original album artwork and features a new introduction by Heifetz expert John Maltese.


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New Boxed Sets for June, 2013Mahler: Symphonies nos 2, 4, 7 [6 CDs]

Artists: Otto Klemperer/New Philharmonia Orch.; Philharmonia Orch. (6 CD) (EMI Classics) 6 EMI 483982B $25.98 To mark the 40th anniversary of Otto Klemperer’s death, EMI Classics pays tribute to the

incomparable conductor this new set is devoted to three symphonies by Mahler.

Otto Klemperer conducts Bach, Rameau, Handel, Gluck, Haydn [8 CDs]Works: Bach: Brandenburg Concertos; Orchestral Suites; Handel: Concerti Grossi Op. 6/4; Haydn: 8 Symphonies, including the 6 “Oxford” Symphonies; Gluck: Iphigenia in Aulis (arr.

Wagner) and more! Artists: Otto Klemperer/New Philharmonia Orch.; Philharmonia Orch. (8 CD) (EMI Classics) 8 EMI 484332B $33.98 This 8-CD collection contains the solo orchestral recordings that Klemperer undertook of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.

Otto Klemperer in 20th-century works [4 CDs]Artists: Otto Klemperer/New Philharmonia Orch.; Philharmonia Orch. (3 CD) (EMI Classics) 3 EMI 044012 $17.98 At the age of 42, Klemperer became director of the Kroll Opera in Berlin and was

responsible for numerous premieres of the music by modern composers especially Igor Stravinsky, Paul Hindermith and Kurt Weill.

Libor Pešek: The Gold Collection [4 CDs]Works: Debussy: La mer; Ravel: Suites from the ballet Daphnis et Chloe; Bruckner: Symphony No. 7; Suk: Suite from “Under the Apple Tree”; Scriabin: Piano Concerto, with Garrick Ohlsson. Elgar Artists: Michaela

Fukacova, cello, Garrick Ohlsson, piano, Eva Depoltova, soprano et al. Libor Pešek/Czech PO. (Supraphon) 4 SPR 4132 $29.99 To mark Libor Pešek’s eightieth birthday, Supraphon presents a representative selection of large orchestral recordings he made from 1981 to 1989 with the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra.

Le Violon Roi: Concertos, chamber music & encoresWorks: Concertos, chamber music & encores. Artists: Renaud Capucon, violin (5 CD) (EMI Classics) 5 EMI 584402 $15.98 A violinist in a class of his own, Renaud Capucon shows why he is “Le Violon Roi” (The Violin King) in this 3-CD collection.

Legendary Rubinstein! Chopin (3 CDs) Works: Chopin: Nocturnes 1-19; Mazurkas 1-51 Artists: Arthur Rubinstein, piano (3 CD) (EMI Classics) 3 EMI 302502B $15.98 Legendary Rubinstein! is a complete compilation of Nocturnes and Mazurkas by Chopin.

A Tribute to Wolfgang Sawallisch [8 CDs]Works: Mozart: Symphonies 38 & 41; Mendelssohn: Elijah; Haydn: The Seasons; Schubert: Quintet D.667; Orff: Antigonae Artists: Wolfgang Sawallisch. (8 CD) (Profil Edition Gunter Hanssler) 8 PRF 12041 $89.99

Wolfgang Sawallisch(1923-February 22, 2013) was a world-renowned conductor, invited to appear with top orchestras in Paris, London, Milan, Tokyo, Philadelphia, Vienna and Tel Aviv. With this box set we celebrate his memory.

Mozart: The Complete Piano Concertos [10 CDs]Artists: Karl Engel, piano; Leopold Hager/Mozarteum Orch. Salzburg. (10 CD) (Teldec) 10 TLD 2564651392 $38.99 Swiss pianist Karl Engel toured internationally as a soloist with

orchestras, and became particularly known for his complete cycles of Mozart piano sonatas and concertos, and Beethoven piano sonatas.

The Max Reger Collection from Brilliant [11 CDs]Artists: Blomstedt, Bongartz, Herbig, Rogner, Konwitschny, Suitner, Suske. Berlin RSO; Dresden Philharmonic; Gewand-hausorchester Leipzig; Staats-kapelle Berlin. (11 CD) (Brilliant Classics)

11 BLC 94663 $44.49 On SaleThis set presents Reger’s best-known works.

Valentina Levko - Star of the BolshoiArtists: Valentina Levko (11 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 11 BLC 9406 $44.49 On SaleThis box set features Valentina Levko in a wide variety of repertoire, ranging from Baroque arias by Bach and Handel,

through the art songs of Schubert and Brahms, towards great opera scenes from Rossini, Verdi, and more.

Russian Piano Trios / Moscow Piano Trio [3 CDs]Works: Works by Tchaikovsky; Glinka, Arensky, Taneyev, Borodin, Rimsky-Korsakov Artists: Moscow Piano Trio (3 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 3 BLC 94712 $14.99 On SaleA fine and substantial collection of piano trios by Russian composers, these works are full blooded, highly romantic, and express the Slavonic soul.

The Art of David Tudor (1963-1992) [7 CDs]Works by: Tudor, Cage, Wolff; David Tudor, John Cage (7 CD) (New World) 7 NWR 80737 $124.99 This set of seven CDs goes beyond any previous attempt to document Tudor’s (1926 - 1996) art.

The David Oistrakh Concerto Collection [5 CDs]Works: Violin Concertos by Tchaikovsky, Brahms, Dvorak, Viotti, Beethoven, Mozart, Mendelssohn. Sonatas by Brahms, Franck Artists: David Oistrakh, violin. Various orchestras and conductors (5 CD) (Melodiya) 5 MELY 1001931 $50.99


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New Opera and Vocal

Gounod: Polyeucte, opera / Manlio BenziArtists: Giorgio Casciarri; Luca Grassi; Pietro Naviglio; Vincenzo Taormina; Fernando Blanco. Manlio Benzi/Orch. Internazionale d’Italia. (2 CD) (Dynamic) 2 DYN 7655 $21.49 World premiere recording of

Gounod’s Polyeucte!

Handel: Jephtha / Marcus CreedArtists: Christiane Oelze, Julia Gooding, Catherine Denley, Axel Kohler, John Mark Ainsley, Michael George. Marcus Creed/Akademie fur Alte Musik Berlin; RIAS Kammerchor. (3 CD) (Brilliant Classics)

3 BLC 94668 $14.99 On SaleOne of the best recordings of Handel’s large scale and impressive oratorio, Jephtha is played on period instruments by the Akademie fur Alte Musik Berlin.

Mussorgsky: The Marriage; The Nursery Artists: Gennady Rozhdestvensky/Moscow PO; USSR Ministry of Culture SO. (1 CD) (Melodiya) MELY 1001735 $16.99 Although the opera remained unfinished (it was later completed

and orchestrated by Mikhail Ippolitov-Ivanov), the single act of ‘The Marriage’ was an important milestone in both Mussorgsky’s career, and in the history of music in general. The cycle ‘The Nursery’ became one of the masterpieces of Mussorgsky’s vocal and instrumental creative work.

W.A. Mozart: Il ré pastore / Jed WentzArtists: Johannette Zomer; Francine van der Heijden; Marcel Reijans. Jed Wentz. Jed Wentz/Musica Ad Rhenum. (2 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 2 BLC 94498 $10.99 On SaleMusica ad Rhenum has earned

a special place in the early music world, with critics describing the ensemble’s performances as “cutting- edge” and “exhilarating.”

Alexander Dargomyzhsky: Rusalka / SvetlanovArtists: Ivan Kozlovsky, Veronica Borisenko, et al. Evgeny Svetlanov/Orch. & Choir of the Bolshoi Theatre of the USSR. (2 CD) (Melodiya) 2 MELY 1001775 $35.99 Alexander Dargomyzhsky’s

operas are distinguished by the finesse with which he personified human characters. His songs are evidence of his powers of observation and skillful psychological analysis. His opera ‘Rusalka’ (1855), takes the central place in the composer’s legacy.

Borodin: Prince Igor / Ghiaurov, GhiuseleArtists: Boris Martinovich, Stefka Evstatieva, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Nicola Ghiusele. Emil Tchakarov/Sofia National Opera Orch. & Chorus. (3 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 3 BLC 94608 $10.99 On Sale

This recording boasts a wealth of celebrated vocalists, including Boris Martinovich and Stefka Evstatieva, and has been unavailable for quite some time.

Luciano Pavarotti Sings Italian OperaArtists: Luciano Pavarotti, tenor (1 CD) (Opera d’Oro) ODO 6018 $6.99 Many opera singers, regardless of their nationality, sing a variety of operas in many different languages, but Pavarotti was

one whose heart, and art, remained firmly planted on his native soil.

Boris Christoff - The Great Russian Bass RolesWorks: arias from Prince Igor, Eugene Onegin, Sadko and Boris Godunov (rec. 1949-1954) Artists: Boris Christoff, bass (1 CD) (Regis Records) REGS 1196 $11.99

Opera Arias and excerpts / Rosanna CarteriWorks: Opera Arias and excerpts from La Serva padrona; Nozze di Figaro; William Tell; Don Pasquale; La Traviata; Otello et al. Artists: Rosanna Carteri, soprano (3 CD) (Widescreen) 3 WIEN 255 $26.99

❦Donizetti: Lucia di Lammermoor / La ScalaArtists: Renata Scotto, Giuseppe di Stefano, Ettore Bastianini, et al. Nino Sanzogno/La Scala Chorus; La Scala Orch. Milan. (2 CD) (Opera d’Oro) 2 ODO 1492 $13.99 “This 1959 studio recording of

‘Lucia’ has held up well. Renata Scotto was just at the start of her international career, but she clearly was a complete artist already ... She’s a terrific Lucia. Giuseppe di Stefano also is in good voice... Almost stealing the show is Ettore Bastianini ... Singing with huge tone and an audible sneer, he’s the best Enrico on disc ...” -Classics Today

❦Weber: Der Freischütz / Colin DavisArtists: Christine Brewer; Sally Matthews; Simon O’Neill. Sir Colin Davis /London Sym. Orch. & Chorus. (2 SA Hybrid CD) (LSO Live (London SO)

2 LSO 0726 $23.99 Sir Colin Davis leads the London

Symphony Orchestra, chorus and stellar soloists in Weber’s eerily fantastical opera, Der Freischütz“Viewing Weber as one of Wagner’s major precur-sors, Davis presents the opera on the grandest of scales, with big orchestral forces, and a pair of es-tablished Wagnerian leads in Simon O’Neill’s Max and Christine Brewer’s Agathe.” -The Guardian


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Montserrat Caballé Edition: The Diva [6 CDs]Works: Rossini, Donizetti, Bellini, Verdi, Puccini, Great Operatic Heroines; Opereta, Zarzuela; Hits & Evergreens (6 CD) (Sony Classical) 6 SNYC 88725488342 $44.99 It was in 1965 that Caballé was

launched into stardom when she replaced an ailing Marilyn Horne in Donizetti’s Lucrezia Borgia at Carnegie Hall, having learned the role in less than a month. The Diva, a new 6-CD box set, includes Caballé’s amazing and unforgettable performances from throughout her illustrious career.

Great Wagner Voices: 10 Great Wagner SingersArtists: Includes Theo Adam, Arroyo, Bjoner, Crass, Frick, Greindl, Gruemmer, Schock and others (recorded 1963-1971) (1 CD) (BR Classic) BRK 900310 $16.99 ‘Great Wagner Voices’ brings

together ten extremely diverse Wagnerian soloists in a collection of great Wagner arias. The recordings from the years 1963 to 1971 were drawn from the archives of Bavarian Broadcasting.

Great Wagner Singers sing Great Arias Artists: Flagstad, Farrell, Svanholm, London, Metternich, Melchoir, Traubel, Lemnitz et al. (Italian Discographic Institute) 2 IDI 6663/4 $29.99

Claudio Monteverdi: L’Orfeo / Taverner Consort Artists: Charles Daniel: tenor; Favola in Musica; Andrew Parrott/Taverner Consort & Players. (2 CD) (Avie Records) 2 AIE 2278 $31.99

Rimsky Korsakov: Kashchey The Immortal, operaArtists: Arkhipov, Zhurina, Terentieva, Matorin, Verestnikov. Andrey Chistiakov/Bolshoi theatre Orch. (1 CD) (Brilliant Classics) BLC 94657 $7.99 On SaleRimsky, the genius of

orchestration, vividly paints the evil in dark and chromatic colors, achieving stark contrasts in characterization. This recording features five acclaimed soloists of the Bolshoi Theatre.

Alexander Borodin: Prince Igor / Mark Ermler Artists: Ivan Petrov, Tatiana Tugarinova, Vladimir Atlantov. Mark Ermler/Orchestra and Choir of the State Academic Bolshoi Theatre (2 CD) (Melodiya) 2 MELY 1002080 $35.99

Kirsten Flagstad sings Purcell & WagnerWorks: Purcell: Dido’s lament; Wagnerian scenes from Tannhauser, Tristan und Isolde and Götterdämmerung Artists: Kirsten Flagstad (Regis Records) REGS 1269 $11.99

Franco Corelli: A Discographic Career Works: Operatic Arias & Songs. Artists: Franco Corelli, tenor (3 CD) (Widescreen) 3 WIEN 214 $26.99

Rudolf Schock: Electrola QuerschnitteWorks: Rudolf Schock: Electrola Querschnitte - Original Opera Highlights 1952-61 Artists: Rudolf Schock, tenor (8 CD) (EMI Classics) 8 EMI 283112 $33.98 A delightfully natural and

spontaneous style of singing, like Fritz Wunderlich, tenor Rudolf Schock enjoyed a legendary reputation and great popularity. The opera highlights from the 1950’s assembled here present French, Italian and German repertoire that shows the great tenor at the height of his vocal powers.

Mozart: The Great Operas [9 CDs]Works: The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, The Magic Flute, Cosi Fan Tutte Artists: Schwarzkopf, Moffo, Taddei, Sutherland et al. Herbert von Karajan/Carlo Maria Guilini. (9 CD) (Regis Records)

9 REGS 9013 $53.99 Herbert von Karajan and Carlo Maria Guilini conduct performances of Mozart’s four great operas.

Tchaikovsky: The Maid of Orleans / RozhdestvenskyArtists: Irina Arkhipova, Evgeny Vladimirov, Andrey Sokolov. Gennady Rozhdestvensky/Academic Choir; SO of All-Union Radio and Television. (2 CD) (Melodiya) 2 MELY 1002053 $35.99

Robert Stolz: Die Rosen der Madonna Works: Robert Stolz (1880-1975): Die Rosen der Madonna Artists: Eberhard Waechter, Alois Pernerstorfer, Waldemar Kmentt, Gundula Janowitz. Eberhard Waechter/Orchester des Osterreichischen Rundfunks

– Radio Wein. (Myto Records) MYT 00327 $11.99

Luciano Pavarotti: The Master of Bel CantoArtists: Lucino Pavarotti, tenor (1 CD) (Opera d’Oro) ODO 6017 $6.99 This album surveys Luciano Pavarotti in the Bel Canto genre, in which he excelled, and which may be said to have been his

specialty.

Mir Ist Die Ehre Widerfahren, opera highlights (6 CD) (EMI Classics) 6 EMI 283242 $33.98 The 7-CD box contains original sets of highlights (plus bonus material) from German-language repertoire, from such classics as Strauss’s Rosenkavalier,

Nicolai’s Lustigen Weiber von Windsor, Humperdinck’s Hansel und Gretel to rarities like Kienzl’s Evangelimann arid Kreutzer’s Nachtlager vono Granada. The Electrola big names here include Anneliese Rothenberger, Erika Koth, Elisabeth Grummer, Leonie Rysanek, Nicolai Gedda, Hermann Prey and Gottlob Frick.


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The Very Best of Operetta, Musical and Movies Works: Arias by Lehar, Milloecker, Kalman, Berlin, Bernstein et al. Artists: Melanie Holliday (2 CD) (Acanta) 2 AANT 233693 $24.99 The sweetest melodies from Melanie Holliday’s repertoire

are brought together on this double CD, including the famous duets with René Kollo and Holliday’s appearance with Rudolf Schock in his last great TV show.

Wagner: Das Rheingold / London, DonathArtists: George London, Elisabeth Schartel, Ingeborg Kjellgren, Karl Sablotzke, Hermann Winkler, Helen Donath, Helga Jenckel (1962) Wolfgang Sawallisch/Gurzenich Orch. Koln. (Archipel)2 ACP 0554 $21.49

Wagner: Das Rheingold / Rudolf Kempe (1962)Artists: Otto Wiener, Marcel Cordes, Horst Wilhelm, Gerhard Stolze, Grace Hoffman, Walter Kreppel, Peter Roth-Ehrang, Gundula Janowitz, Sieglinde Wagner (Bayreuth, 1962). Rudolf Kempe/Orchester der Bayreuther

Festspiele. (Myto Records) 2 MYT 00323 $21.49

Wagner: Das Rheingold / Marek Janowski Artists: Tomasz Konieczny; Christian Elsner; Iris Vermillion; Gunther Groisbock. Marek Janowski/Berlin RSO (live 11/22/12). (2 SA CD) (PentaTone Classics) 2 PTE 5186406 $18.99 This Wagner Edition represents

the first time in recording history that a label has recorded all major Wagner operas with the same orchestra, choir and conductor.

Wagner: Die Walkure / Kempe (Bayreuth, 1962)Artists: Fritz Uhl, Gottlob Frick, Otoo Wiener, Jutta Meyfarth, Astrid Varnay, Grace Hoffman (Bayreuth, 1962) Rudolf Kempe/Orchester der Bayreuther Festspiele. (Myto Records) 3 MYT 00324 $31.99

Verdi: Aida / Karajan, Vienna POArtists: Renata Tebaldi, Carlo Bergonzi, Giulietta Simionato, Cornell McNeil. Herbert von Karajan/Vienna PO. (2 CD) (Lyrica) 2 LYCA 2245 $10.99

Wagner: Die Walkure: Act 2 / Fritz ReinerArtists: Kirsten Flagstad, Lotte Lehmann, Kathryn Meisle, Lauritz Melchoir. Fritz Reiner/San Francisco Opera Orch. (11/13/1936) (1 CD) (Music & Arts) M&A 1272 $16.99 William Youngren wrote of

the previous release in Fanfare magazine: “Reiner conducts with verve; Flagstad is splendid throughout; Melchior is superb - he and Flagstad make the Todesverkündigung scene alone worth the price of the disc.”

Wagner: Gotterdammerung / Kempe (1962)Artists: Hans Hopf, Marcel Cordes, Otakar Kraus, Gottlob Frick, Birgit Nilsson, Grace Hoffman, Gundula Janowitz, Sieglinde Wagner (Bayreuth, 1962). Rudolf Kempe/Orchester der Bayreuther Festspiele. (Myto

Records) 4 MYT 00326 $43.49

Wagner: Siegfried / Rudolf Kempe (1962)Artists: Hans Hopf, Eirch Klaus, Otto Wiener, Otakar Kraus, Peter Roth-Ehrang, Birgit Nilsson (Bayreuth, 1962). Rudolf Kempe/Orchester der Bayreuther Festspiele. (Myto Records)

3 MYT 00325 $31.99

Wagner: The Flying Dutchman / WunderlichArtists: Fischer-Dieskau; Frick; Wunderlich Schech. Franz Konwitschny. Franz Konwitschny/Berlin Staatskapelle Orch. & Chrous (1960) (2 CD) (Brilliant Classics) 2 BLC 94664 $10.99 On Sale

In celebration of the Wagner Bicentennial 2013, A star cast with legendary lyric baritone Dietrich Fischer Dieskau, described by The Guardian as “the most influential singer of the 20th century,” makes this a stand-out release.

Verdi: Arias / Piotr Beczala, Podles, KwiecienArtists: Piotr Beczala; Ewa Podles; Mariusz Kwiecien. Lukasz Borowicz/Polish RSO. (1 CD) (Orfeo) ORF 865131 $19.49 On SaleInternationally renowned tenor Piotr Beczala celebrates the 200th anniversary of Verdi’s birth with a collection of highlights that include the roles in which he has for years been acclaimed on the world’s great operatic stages.

Théodore Gouvy: Oedipe a Colone, operaArtists: Christa Ratzenboeck, Vinzenz Haab, Stephen Roberts, Joseph Cornwell. Joachim Fontaine/Kantorei Saarlouis; La Grande Societe Philharmonique; Les Choeurs de la Grande Societe Philharmonique. (2 CD)

(CPO ) 2 CPO 777825 $31.99 Joachim Fontaine examined this score under its layer of archival mold and spent many years reconstructing it and working toward its revival. This is the first recording of the opera since its reconstruction.

Opera Arias sung by Ramon Vargas, tenorWorks: Arias by Verdi, Ponchielli, Puccini, Cilea, Massenet, Boito. Artists: Ramon Vargas, tenor. Riccardo Frizza/Budapest SO. (1 CD) (Capriccio) CAP 5165 $16.99 Having sung more than 40

roles, Ramon Vargas’ interpretations of Mozart, Bellini and Donizetti are celebrated throughout the world, and he’s been praised as having the technical sovereignty of a “tenor di grazia” like Alfredo Kraus and the silver cover and “tears” of Fritz Wunderlich.


New Releases

New On DVD & Blu-Ray

100 Years Deutsche Oper Berlin [5 DVD]Works: Blacher: Preussisches Marchen; Graun: Montezuma; Korngold: Die Tote Stadt; Rei-mann: Die Gespenstersonate; Rihm: Oedipus Artists: Caspar Richter; Christof Prick; Friede-mann Layer; Heinrich Hollreiser; Hans Hilsdorf. (5 DVD-Video) (Arthaus DVD) (566 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound

Fmt(s): PCM Mono, PCM Stereo) 5 AHM 107528 $58.49 Following the first DVD collection from the 1960s, this box contains operas performed live from the 1970s and 1980s filmed in color.

Beethoven: Missa Solemnis [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Petersen, Kulman, Guera, Finlay. Nikolaus Harnoncourt/Royal Concertgebouw Orch. Amsterdam. (C Major Video) (99 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DTS 5.0)(1 Blu-Ray) CME 712704 $38.99 (1 DVD) CME 712608 $24.99

“This is a shattering performance ranked among the greatest I have heard.” -The Guardian

Beethoven: Symphonies 1-9 / Abbado [4 Blu-Ray Videos]Artists: Mattila, Urmana, Moser, Schulte, Claudio Abbado/Berlin Philharmonic; Swedish Radio Choir. (4 Blu-Ray Video) (EuroArts) (413 min.; Region: All; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DTS HD Master Audio 5.1) 4 EUA 2057374 $89.99 In this production, Camera shots include special angles from the conductor’s vantage point.

❦Herbert Von Karajan / Karajan - The Second Life, a film by Eric Schulz / [DVD]“This film is, in the elegance of his cuts and the terseness of his screenplay, a sensation. Not only because Schulz uses footage never seen before. It succeeds in what many have tried in vain: He shows us Karajan in a new light.” -Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung “A fascinating look at the musical ideas of Herbert von Karajan.” -Wien live “Karajan had charisma even when eating salad,” says Anne-Sophie Mutter. This document is impressive in every way.” -London Courier (1 DVD-Video) (Deutsche Grammophon) DGG B001826109 $28.48

❦Verdi: Attila / Mariinsky, Gergiev [DVD]Artists: Abdrazakov, Markarova, Sulimsky, Shorokhodov. Valery Gergiev/Mariinsky Orch. (1 DVD-Video) (Mariinsky) MARK 0534 $35.99 “A sensational bass who has just about everything - imposing sound, beautiful legato, oodles of finesse...”

-The Independent

❦Verdi: Rigoletto / Metropolitan Opera [DVD]Artists: Damrau, Beczala, Lucic. Michele Mariotti/Metropolitan Opera Orch. & Chorus. (1 DVD-Video) (DG) DGG B001833309 $28.48 “[Piotr Beczala is] one of today’s most exciting young singer... tall, trim and handsome, with a Hollywood smile, he also emits some of the most beauti-ful sounds to be heard on the current opera stage.” -Opera News

Bellini: Beatrice di Tenda [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Kalmandi, Theodossiou, Monaco, Roy, Mauro, Marletta. Pirolli Brockhaus/Teatro Massimo Bellini Orch. & Chorus. (Dynamic) (161 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): Dolby Digital 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) DYN 55675 $41.99 (1 DVD) DYN 33675 $31.99

In Beatrice, Bellini experimented with new techniques which would later be used by Verdi.

Britten: Peter Grimes / La Scalla [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Graham-Hall, Gritton, Purves, Palmer, Wyn-Rogers. Robin Ticciati/Orch. et Coro del Teatro alla Scalla (BBC Opus Arte) (168 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM 2.0, DTS 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) BOA 7119D $38.99 (1 DVD) BOA 1103D $29.99The Italian and international

press were unanimous in their praise for Peter Grimes at La Scala, which revived the tradition of Britten’s operas on the lyric stages of Italy.

Bellini: I Capuleti / Katia Ricciarelli - My Favourite Opera [DVD]Artists: Katia Ricciarelli, Bruno Campanella/Teatro la Fenice Orch. & Chorus (1 DVD-Video) (EuroArts) (58 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo) EUA 2001838 $19.99 World-famous and distinguished Italian soprano, Katia Ricciarelli

stars as Giulietta in this new release for the successful series My Favourite Opera.


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More New On DVD & Blu-Ray

Britten: The Turn Of The Screw [DVD]Artists: Field, Davies, Grea-ger, Obata. Steuart Bedford/Stuttgart RSO. (1 DVD-Video) (Arthaus DVD) (122 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo)

. AHM 102303 $29.99 This interpretation of Britten’s The Turn of the Screw is a co-production by the Royal

Opera House Covent Garden and the Opera of Cologne.

Claudio Abbado: Hearing the Silnce - A life dedicated to music [8 DVD]Artists: Claudio Abbado/Berlin PO; Gustav Mahler Youth Orch.; Orch. Mozart. (8 DVD-Video) (EuroArts) (749 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1) 8 EUA 2059588 $89.99 This extensive DVD

collection and documentary presents Claudio Abbado’s most important musical stages and comprehensive repertoire.

Deutsche Oper Berlin: Overture 1912 / [DVD]Artists: Armstrong, Kollo, Ludwig, Runnicles, Varady, Fischer-Dieskau (1 DVD-Video) (Arthaus DVD) (89 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo) AHM 101666 $24.99 The film illustrates all facets of the different eras of Deutsche Oper Berlin with interviews and footage of rehearsals and performances from the last 100 years.

Franco Corelli in Concert & Interviews [DVD]Works: Arias by Verdi, Giordano, Meyerbeer, Puccini, Tosti et al. Artists: Franco Corelli (1 DVD-Video) (Bel Canto Society) (360 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound Fmt(s): LPCM Mono) BCS 100 $14.99 If you are a Franco Corelli fan, you will find this DVD indispensable! Watch thrilling performances of arias from ‘Rigoletto, Andrea Chénier, L’Africana, La bohème, La fanciulla del West’, and ‘Le Cid’. Bonus: rare photographs and two radio interviews.

Dudamel - The European Concert [DVD]Works: Beethoven: Symphony no 5; Brahms: “Haydn” Variations; F.J. Haydn: Cello Concerto no 1. Artists: Gustavo Dudamel/Berlin PO; Gautier Capuçon. (1 DVD-Video) (Deutsche Grammophon) DGG B001831309 $28.48 Every year the Berlin Philharmonic invites an artist for the orchestra’s traditional birthday concert on May

1st. In 2012, the guests were Gustavo Dudamel, conducting, and Gautier Capucon (cello).

Handel: Giulio Cesare / Gran Teatre Del Liceu [2 DVD]Artists: Oliver, Menendez, Podles, Beaumont. Michael Hofstetter/Gran Teatre del Liceu Orch. (2 DVD-Video) (Arthaus DVD) (216 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1) 2 AHM 107279 $38.99 This freely-interpreted and updated

version does not seek to set the opera in a contem-porary context but rather to reveal hidden aspects of the work: its psychology, its history and politics.

Janacek: Cunning Little Vixen [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Crowe, Bell, Leiferkus. Vladimir Jurowski/Glyndebourne Chorus; London Philharmonic. (BBC Opus Arte) (119 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM 2.0, DTS 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) BOA 7117D $38.99 (1 DVD) BOA 1101D $29.99 Vladimir Jurowski conducts “with lustrous style: you can hear the

birds in the score, feel the sunshine and thrill to the starlit night sky in the final scene” (Opera Today).

Legacy: Sir Georg Solti and the Chicago SO [DVD]Works: Mozart: Symphony No.39; Tchaikovsky: Symphony No.4; Debussy: Fetes Artists: Georg Solti/Chicago SO. (1 DVD-Video) (ICA Classics) (83 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): Enhanced Mono) ICA 5100 $24.99 Released for the first time on DVD, this concert is the last in Sir Georg Solti and his beloved CSO’s European tour in 1985.

Holst - Universe of Sound: The Planets / Captured by 37 cameras [Blu-Ray or DVD]Works: Gustav Holst: The Planets; Joby Talbot: Worlds, Stars, Systems, Infinity. Artists: Esa-Pekka Salonen/Philharmonia Orch. (Signum Records) (1 Blu-Ray Video) SIG 001BR $24.99 (1 DVD-Video) SIG 009 $21.49 Esa-Pekka Salonen leads the Philharmonia Orchestra in a unique performance of Holst’s ‘The Planets Suite’, captured in High Definition by 37 cameras! This immersive experience takes the viewer to the heart of the Philharmonia as they perform this well-loved piece, using cameras placed in a multitude of positions and angles to create an extraordinary glimpse of the orchestra at work from within. Additional features include a ‘Making of’ documentary feature, listening guide films for each planet, audio

commentaries from conductor Esa- Pekka Salonen and principal players of the Philharmonia. A bonus view option allows a simultaneous view of the conductor and orchestra in action (Blu-Ray only).


New Releases

Two Concert Programs from the Orchestre de Paris & Bavarian RSO

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Legacy: Vladimir Ashkenazy [DVD]Works: Schubert: Impromptus, Wanderer Fantasy; Schumann: Arabeske, Piano Sonata No.1 Artists: Vladimir Ashkenazy, piano (1 DVD-Video) (ICA Classics) (Run Time: 82 min.; Region: 0; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound Fmt(s): Enhanced Mono) ICA 5101 $24.99 Ashkenazy demonstrates his

versatility and musical skill through the extreme contrasts of this splendid Schumann and Schubert program.

Mahler: Symphony No. 4; Schoenberg: Pelleas and Melisande / Abbado [Blu-Ray]

Works: Mahler: Symphony No. 4; Schoenberg: Pelleas and Melisande. Artists: Claudio Abbado/Gustav Mahler Youth Orch. (1 Blu-Ray Video) (EuroArts) (113 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DTS HD Master Audio 5.1) EUA 2055484 $38.99

In addition to the concert program, this disc also includes an introduction to Schoenberg’s work by Alberica Achinto and Elli Stern.

Ballet Classics / Corps de Ballet and Orchestra of the Teatro alla Scala, Jurowski [3 DVD]

Artists: Zakharova, Bolle, Tug-gle, Burmeister, Ivanov, Cole-man. Michail Jurowski/La Scala Opera Orch. (3 DVD-Video) (Arthaus DVD) (405 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1) 3 AHM 107530 $58.49 This box set from the Teatro alla Scala includes the 2004

production of Swan Lake, the 2005 production of Giselle and the 2011 production of Raymonda.

Puccini: Tosca / Antonio Pappano, The Royal Opera [DVD]Artists: Angela Gheorghiu, Jonas Kaufmann, Bryn Terfel. Antonio Pappano/ROH Orch. & Chorus. (1 DVD-Video) (EMI Classics) EMI 758159 $25.98 Angela Gheorghiu captivated the world in her role as Tosca at the Royal Opera House in July 2011.

The stellar cast included Jonas Kaufmann and Bryn Terfel with the orchestra of the ROH under the direction of Antonio Pappano. For the majority of us who were not lucky enough to be there, it has been capture on this DVD. “The velvety smoothness of (Angela Gheorghiu’s) line and tone was something to marvel at.” - The Guardian

Pergolesi: Lo Frate ‘nnamorato / Europa Galante, Biondi [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Alaimo, Belfiore, Biccire, Adamonyte. Fabio Biondi/Europa Galante. (Arthaus DVD) (160 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, dd 5.1, DTS HD Master Audio 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray Video) AHM 108066 $38.99 (2 DVD-Video) 2 AHM 101652 $38.99 Set in the 1950s, this production features an outstanding cast of actor-singers “A truly flawless implementation... the performance can be called a complete success” (L’Opera).

Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Opolais, Belkina, Rucinski, Korchak, Groissbock. Omer Meir Welber/Chorus & Orch. of the Comunitat Valenciana. (Kultur International Films) (1 Blu-Ray) KUL BD4813 $31.99 On Sale 2 DVD-Video) 2 KUL D4813 $26.99 On Sale

Mozart: Musicateatro [DVD]Artists: Michel Poletti, Lucia Bassetti, Carlo Dell’Acqua, Gil Pidoux (1 DVD-Video) (Gallo) GLO 1382 $20.49 An actor, a puppeteer and two musicians conjure up a narrative of the eventful life and work of Mozart: a pocket-size production, in the style of a fairytale, where comedy alternates with tragedy.

Jansons Conducts Beethoven and Strauss / Mitsuko Uchida, piano. [Blu-Ray or DVD]

Works: Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3; Strauss: Ein Heldenleben. Artists: Mariss Jansons/Bavarian Radio SO (Arthaus DVD) (90 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DD 5.1/DTS HD Master Audio 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) AHM 108079 $38.99

. (1 DVD) AHM 101683 $24.99Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 is performed by pianist Mitsuko Uchida, known for her outstanding interpretations Schubert, Mozart and Beethoven

Jarvi conducts Stravinsky ‘Rite’ & ‘Firebird’; Debussy / Orchestre de Paris [Blu-Ray or DVD]

Works: Stravinsky: Firebird, Rite of Spring; Debussy: Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun. Artists: Neeme Jarvi/Orchestre de Paris. (Electric Pictures Company) (74 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): LPCM 2.0, DTS 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) EPCY 06 $38.99 (1 DVD) EPCY 05 $24.99

Conducted by Grammy award-winning Paavo Jaarvi, the Orchestre de Paris exquisitely performs three magnificent pieces of music.


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Verdi: Don Carlo / Fabrizio Ventura [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Prestia, Malagnini, Piazzola, Montanaro, Costea, Pozniak. Fabrizio Ventura/Coro Lirico Amadeus; Fondazione Teatro Comunale di Modena; Orch. (C Major Video) (184 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1)

(1 Blu-Ray Video) CME 724704 $38.99 (2 DVD-Video) 2 CME 724608 $38.99 Based on Schiller’s play of the same name, Don Carlos was written for the Paris Opera between 1865 and 1867 in the tradition of a French grand opera.

Verdi: Falstaff / London PO, Pritchard [DVD]Artists: Gale, Luxon, Gramm, Griffel. John Pritchard/London PO. (1 DVD-Video) (Arthaus DVD) (118 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo) AHM 102315 $19.99 This legendary Glyndebourne-production by Jean-Pierre Ponnelle from 1976 stars the outstanding baritone Donald

Gramm, who had few equals among bass-baritones and who perfectly embodies the likeable loser Falstaff.

Verdi: La Forza del Destino [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Theodossiou, Stoyanov, Machado, Pentcheva, Scandiuzzi, Lepore. Gianluigi Gelmetti/Teatro Regio di Parma Orch. & Chorus. (C Major Video) (189 min.; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) CME 724504 $38.99 (2 DVD) 2 CME 724408 $38.99

Music and action alternate in masterly fashion between large-scale crowd scenes and intimate interiority, illustrating Verdi’s real theme: the manner in which fallible human beings are destroyed by a cruel fate.

Verdi: Un Ballo in Maschera [Blu-Ray or DVD]Artists: Meli, Stoyanov, Lewis, Fiorillo, Gamberoni. Gianluigi Gelmetti/Teatro Regio di Parma Orch. & Chorus (C Major Video) (Run Time: 149 min.; Region: All; Pic Fmt: Blu-Ray/NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1) (1 Blu-Ray) CME 724304 $38.99 (1 DVD) CME 724208 $29.99

Before this opera could be performed in Rome in 1859, the composer had to deal with a series of censor problems. It was only when the opera moved to Boston that the work launched its triumphant career.

The Grand Organ of King’s College / Stephen Cleobury [DVD]Works: Bach, Handel, Mendelssohn, etc. Artists: Stephen Cleobury (2 DVD-Video) (Priory) 2 PRY DVD3 $40.49 This DVD shows the visual splendor of King’s College. A compact disc of the music is included.

Verdi: Attila / Mariinsky Theatre, Gergiev [Blu-Ray]Artists: Abdrazakov, Markarova, Sulimsky, Shorokhodov. Valery Gergiev/Mariinsky Orch. (1 Blu-Ray Video) (Mariinsky) MARK 0538 $49.49

Wagner: Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg / [Blu-Ray]Works: Wagner: Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg Artists: Kupfer, Putsch, Mayer, Jentjens. Marcus Bosch Marcus Bosch/Staatsphilharmonic Nurn-berg. (1 Blu-Ray) (Coviello) CVEL 81210 $24.99

Paul Taylor Dance Company in Paris [DVD]Paul Taylor is widely considered to be one of the foremost American choreographers of the 20th cen-tury. This program recorded in 2012 at the Theatre National de Chaillot in Paris is composed of two ballets - Brandenburgs, set to Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos, and Beloved Renegadem set to Pou-lenc’s Gloria and inspired by the life and work of Walt Whitman. (1 DVD-Video) (Bel Air Classiques) (66 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 16:9, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo, DD 5.1) BAC 095 $24.99

Verdi: Lux Aeterna / Abbado in Rehearsal [DVD]Artists: Claudio Abbado/La Scala di Milano Orch. & Chorus. (1 DVD-Video) (EuroArts) (119 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo) EUA 2001318 $24.99 This DVD offers an inside look at Abbado rehearsing Verdi’s Messa da Requiem with world famous singers Monsterrat Ca-

ballé, Cecilia Caschia, Lucia Valentini Terrani and Peter Dvorsky. Recorded at three different loca-tions, you can see and compare the performances at the Church of San Marco, Milan, the main stage at Teatro alla Scala and the rehearsal room.

Fly, Thought, On Golden Wings / Verdi’s Life told by Thomas Hampson [DVD]Fly, thought, on Golden Wings is the famous prisoners’ chorus from one of Verdis’s most famous opera Nabucco - it is also the name and motto of this fascinating documentary about Verdi’s life. The program is hosted by Thomas Hampson,

who also sings four complete Verdi Arias. A Documentary in time for the Verdi Year 2013 - 200th Anniversary. (1 DVD-Video) (EuroArts) (60 min.; Pic Fmt: NTSC, 4:3, Color; Sound Fmt(s): PCM Stereo) EUA 2051048 $19.99


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