Franz Schubert: Die schöne Müllerin
Mark Padmore / Paul Lewis
After Winterreise, this is another jewel.
Mark Padmore, Paul Lewis, and Schubert, a divine lyrical combination.
Die schöne Müllerin
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Et Jesum
Spanish countertenor Carlos Mena performs these divine Motets for solo voice, instant peace and contemplation.
Et Jesum
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It is very rare to hear such wonderful recorder music.
This is a fascinating performance by Maurice Steger with the English Concert, presenting the beautiful concertos by Arcangello Corelli.
Definitely a must have.
Corelli’s Concerto
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Introduction and allegro
Ieuan Jones, harp
William Bennett, flute
James Campbell, clarinet
Allegri String Quartet
From Ravel & Poulenc – Complete Chamber Music for Woodwinds (2006)
Released by Cala Records
Ravel: Introduction and allegro
I am not usually a fan of harp music, but this piece is a delight, commissioned by the Erard firm, a long-established manufacturers of harps and pianofortes, this is a miniature concerto for harp, which leads the way accompanied by flute, clarinet and string quartet.
Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
James Campbell, oboe
Sonata for Oboe, Ad libitum – Allegretto
From French Chamber Music For Woodwinds – Disc 2 (2006)
Released by Cala Records Ltd
Saint-Saëns: Sonata for Oboe
Along with the sonata for clarinet and the sonata for bassoon, this is one of the last works Saint-Saëns completed before he died in December 1921.
A very special piece beautifully played by James Campbell.
Arthur Grumiaux, violin
Clara Haskil, piano
Sonata for Violin and Piano No.5 in F, Op.24 “Spring” 2. Adagio molto espressivo
From Beethoven: The Violin Sonatas (2007)
Released by Universal Classics
Beethoven: Spring Sonata 2nd movement
The famous "Spring" sonata for violin and piano is performed here by the eminent Belgian violinist Arthur Grumiaux with the legendary pianist Clara Haskil. Recorded in 1956 in Vienna.
Nicholas Daniel, oboe
Sonata for Bassoon Allegro moderato
From French Chamber Music for Woodwinds Vol.1 (1994)
Released by Cala Records
Saint-Saëns: Sonata for Bassoon
The introduction is captivating, it’s nostalgic, melodic, and expressive.
This is one of the last works Saint-Saëns completed before he died in December 1921.
Stephen Hough, piano
Piano Concerto no.3 in B minor, Finale-Vivace
From Johann Nepomuk Hummel: Piano Concerto in A Minor and B Minor (1992)
Released by Chandos
Hummel: Piano Concerto no.3
A wonderful concerto unfortunately seldom performed, beautiful recording by Stephen Hough with the English Chamber Orchestra
Arthur Rubinstein, piano
Mazurka op.68 no.4 in F minor
From Rubinstein Collection, Vol. 50 (2001)
Released by RCA
Chopin: Mazurka op.68 no.4
Chopin has written at least 58 Mazurkas, based on the traditional Polish dance.
Let’s listen to Arthur Rubinstein play Mazurka no.4 op. 68.
Peter Seivewright, piano
Piano Sonata in C major, Illy No. 55
From Galuppi Complete Piano Sonatas, vol 2 (2006)
Released by Divine Art
Galuppi: Piano Sonata in C major
Thanks to a very special friend, I get to know these Sonatas by Galuppi. Listen to this beautiful Andante, and enjoy the serene simplicity of the melody.
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