21st Century - Classical Explorer

Repost: Birtwistle Chamber Works (BIS)

A superb disc - the Nash Ensemble reminds us of their place at he top of the chamber tree, while Birtwistle's music remains as uncompromising and brilliant as ever

Competitions

Invocations: Maroussia Gentet and the Concours d'Orléans

Gentet's disc is a beautifully realised, well-balanced recital of great interest

Contemporary

Visions and Utterances: Concert Review

An invaluable experience for Rebecca Saunders’ blistering new piece and George Walker’s fine Sinfonia No. 5

Scandinavian

Music is like H20: Eliasson Symphonies & Trombone Concerto on BIS

A superb introduction to the music of Anders Elisasson. This is profound, often beautiful, music

Piano

Andreas Haefliger plays Ravel, Bartók and Ammann

Stimulating programming from Haefliger for this trio of delights!

21st Century

The Beauty of Contemporary Music: Detlef Heusinger

In short, an expression of utmost beauty couched in modernist terms

20th Century

Penderecki Complete Music for String Quartet

A disc shot full with life and adventure: absolutely what Classical Explorer is all about!. The vivid performances are self-recommending

Choral

Arvo Part: Miserere

A timely reminder of the importance of the Arvo Pärt's music