CD REVIEWS
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NUIT ET JOUR – MARIA MARTINOVA
Bulgarian pianist Maria Martinova delivers a captivating performance in her album “Nuit et Jour,” showcasing her virtuosic prowess and her unique approach to French piano…
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TCHAIKOVSKY SYMPHONY NO. 5 – SCHULHOFF FIVE PIECES
The longstanding partnership between the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and conductor Manfred Honeck continues to bear remarkable fruit, as evidenced by their…
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ECHO OF BACH – AGATA-MARIA RAATZ
“Echo of Bach” pays homage to the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach while also exploring the creative evolution of violin music through time. Agata-Maria Raatz, a remarkable violinist, takes listeners on a profound voyage with her expressive…
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THE HANDEL PROJECT – SEONG-JIN CHO
Upon first sight, you might question the presence of yet another CD bearing the word “project” in its title, and the fusion of Handel suites with Brahms’ Handel Variations might not immediately strike you as revolutionary…
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SONGS FOR OUR TIMES – SPHINX VIRTUOSI
The Sphinx Virtuosi string orchestra delivers a compelling and thought-provoking musical experience in their album “Songs For Our Times.” Breaking away from traditional orchestral norms, this ensemble of 18 African American and…
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APRÈS UN RÊVE – EMMANUEL DESPAX
Emmanuel Despax, the remarkable pianist, continues to leave a lasting impression with his latest release on Signum Classics, titled “Après une rêve.” This album showcases Despax’s exceptional…