‘…splendidly recorded in world premiere: a striking summary of the work of a major composer… a constantly inspired music that “speaks” to both audience and performer.’
– Classica

‘Javier Camarena is exemplary as Fernand, every inch the bel canto tenor in his celebrated final act aria “Ange si pur”. …Annalisa Stroppa’s Léonor is gold: her Act 3 recitative and aria brings the house down.’
– BBC Music Magazine

‘The choral singing is first-rate, the playing exemplary, and Frizza, impressive yet again, is wonderfully alert to the work’s slowly accumulating tensions…’
– Gramophone

‘…Orfa is full of colour, energy, and melody… The Sofia Philharmonic plays idiomatically and with exuberance, and Dario Salvi adds to his continued advocacy of this music.’
– American Record Guide

‘It is a disc full of joy. The piano playing by Elek and Kassai is second to none…’
– MusicWeb International

‘The quartet performs this music with a buoyancy and spirit that truly brings it to life.’
– American Record Guide

‘Time to bring César Franck in from the cold, and this outstanding Naxos release is a good way to begin.’
– The Mail on Sunday

‘Even though the catalogue is full to the brim of rival recordings, this one is highly competitive.’
– Classical CD Choice

‘The high level of all performances, the good program and the excellent sound quality make this release very recommendable.’
– Pizzicato ★★★★★

‘This release is the second of two devoted to Haydn’s baryton trios; both are recommended, and there are plenty more pieces where these came from; one hopes to hear still further albums.’
– AllMusic.com ★★★★★

‘The recording is exceptional, revealing many incidental details that, after 50 years of knowing this music, even I had not noticed! Unreservedly recommended.’
– Musical Opinion ★★★★★

‘On the whole, this is carefully calibrated, evocative modern music. British conductor Neil Thomson and the Goías Philharmonic have been responsible for many issues in this series, and they keep up their fine standard here.’
– Limelight

‘…Viola demonstrates sublime skill and musicianship, flattered by a carefully balanced recording…’
– BBC Music Magazine ★★★★

‘…playing of sensitivity and technical brilliance…’
– BBC Music Magazine ★★★★

★★★★

‘The chief merit of this new…recording is Repušić, who leads the excellent Munich Radio Orchestra in a punchy reading of Verdi’s beefy score. He’s aided by a magnificent turn from the Bayerischen Rundfunks Chorus whose role is as important here as any of the principal players.’
– Limelight

‘Hearing this has left me wishing that I had been there in-person to enjoy it all the more. This is surely going to be one of my top [Recording of the Year] choices for 2024.’
– MusicWeb International

‘Captured in warm, close sound, Purnima offers a collection of pieces that captivate and challenge, and demand you to return again and again.’
– The Strad

‘Impressive as Rakhi Singh’s impassioned playing and deft arranging skills undoubtedly are, on the evidence of this terrific disc she is equally talented as a curator of attractive and innovative programmes.’
– MusicWeb International

‘The Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz impresses as a whole and…through the quality of its soloists. …this recording can only be recommended.’
– Pizzicato ★★★★★

‘This stylish, elegant Beethoven cycle, immaculately recorded, stands with the best.’
– ClassicsToday.com

‘Maestro Gustaffson and his superb musicians go on to give us an outstanding account of Enna’s Symphony.’
– Classical Lost and Found

‘Pichler offers an exquisitely sculpted tone… with superb clarity, sparkling technique, steadfast rhythm, and instinctive phrasing…’
– American Record Guide

‘Bevilacqua gives a thrilling and sparkling interpretation…he enables the more dreamy qualities to come to the fore where necessary.’
– MusicWeb International

‘This is an altogether delightful recording, with an outstanding exponent of early English keyboard music performing a well-chosen selection…’
– Early Music Review

★★★★

‘A wonderful Mozart concertos album from the late Lars Vogt – a moving tribute to the joy and love he brought to music-making.’
– Gramophone

‘[Vogt] sounds on top form, with his typically vivid articulation and sparkling touch, while his generously lyrical phrasing incorporates unfailing attention to detail.’
– BBC Music Magazine ★★★★★

‘A fascinating pairing of two Britten works, magnificently performed by Baiba Skride.’
– Gramophone

★★★★

‘I was very eager to hear this performance again…for the standard works. The Bach alone is worth the price. The Ysaÿe is excellent playing…’
– American Record Guide

‘Raatz’ own work …contains bags of violinistic fireworks but grabs hold of the emotions too.’
– MusicWeb International

‘Don’t miss this album. It is truly special.’
– Positive Feedback Online ★★★★★

‘The well-restored 1954–57 recordings confirm the warmth and tonal refinement of Haebler’s general approach. Recommended.’
– Gramophone

‘Hours of fun!’
– Opera Now ★★★★★

‘This set… is an absolute joy.’
– BBC Music Magazine ★★★★

‘This production by Christof Loy is one of his best.’
– American Record Guide

‘…this cast handles Schreker’s lushly complex and demanding idiom with aplomb. The Deutsche Oper orchestra, under Marc Albrecht, attends to the gorgeousness of Schreker’s style.’
– The New York Times

‘What a joy to discover this funny, touching, bubbling production… Rameau’s sprightly score…is played with clearly felt affection by Les Musiciens du Louvre conducted by Marc Minkowski.’
– British Theatre Guide

★★★★★

‘This is a superbly proportioned performance, with every mood and tempo unfailingly attuned to the stage.’
– Opera ★★★★★

‘A very contemporary take on Tosca from Theater an der Wien. Kristine Opolais, in the lead, impresses Mark Pullinger, our critic’
– Gramophone

‘Marc Albrecht conducts an intense reading. The performance is often thrilling.’
– Opera Now ★★★★

‘…Musically this is all top notch.’
– operaramblings

‘Lucy Scott gives a thrilling performance of this propulsive detective story, which will have listeners guessing until the end.’
– AudioFile