performed by the Bach Collegium of Japan, conducted by Masaaki Suzuki. This is a LIMITED EDITION Set, arriving early November, with only 400 allocated for Australia. "Throughout this ongoing series I have come to consider the magnificent direction of Masaaki Suzuki to be one of the greatest recording achievements of my lifetime” MusicWeb International Order Now for November Delivery $95 plus delivery | |||
2008 Academy Award Winner $25
| "Powerful. One of the really pivotal indispensable documentaries of this decade. It will stand as an important historical record." A.O. Scott, The New York Times |
Britten - Billy Budd (Gunn/Bostridge/Lemalu/LSO/Harding) $35
"Taken from concerts last December at the Barbican, London, Daniel Harding's steely version of what is arguably the greatest of all Britten's operas joins the relatively short list of outstanding Budd recordings." Guardian
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Juan Diego Florez - Bel Canto Spectacular CD + DVD $31
' King of the Rossini tenors, King of the Donizetti tenors, King of the Bellini tenors’ The New York Sun
This recording features Juan Diego Flórez singing popular bel canto arias & duets with world stars such as Anna Netrebko and Plácido Domingo (tbc). The King of high Ds demonstrates yet again that he is THE Belcanto singer of his generation.
Mariza - Terra $25
Follow up to her brilliant live Cd, Mariza brings some interesting new twists to her modern Fado sound, without compromising the drama and passion of true Fado. Another highly recommended performance.
Rokia Traore - Tchamantche $32
Long awaited new album from Malian super star. A slightly more western feel, simply adds to the power and beauty of her amazing voice. Well worth the wait.
Asa (asha) $25
"Here is the authentic black music cited by many as an inspiration — and although dripping with traditional African sounds, 25-year-old Asa's songs are perfect for today. Her lyrics often convey a world that most westerners could only dare to imagine, alongside the usual themes of love and relationship that are a feature of much modern pop music. "
Geoffrey "Gurrumul" Yunupingu - Gurrumul $31
"Yet there is something so timeless and so direct that it is impossible to remain unmoved. It is as though Yunupingu has reached into a wellspring so deep it transcends cultural barriers. He has found an emotional bridge which is genuinely universal. This is not just a very good record. It is one of the greatest recordings ever made.."
Beethoven - Complete Piano Concertos Evgeny Kissin $35
"..His Emperor performance is remarkable for the playfulness tucked inside its imperial strength. The Fourth, equally grandiose, impresses just as much with his dizzy varieties of tone and touch.
Davis is also a factor. How many times has he conducted these works? Yet there’s not a shred of the routine. Early concertos never subside into gossamer mock-Mozart; there’s already plenty of muscle. And when Beethoven turns volcanic or majestic, the LSO’s sleek musicians manage to spew fire and glory without ever losing their glow and finesse.
If you’re usually a Kissin nonbeliever, do try this set and see. " Times
Cassandra Wilson - Loverly $31
"She sings slow and sensual, and her phrasing gives Wilson's pauses as much meaning as the words. Loverly is classic Cassandra Wilson. A balance of standards that transport listeners to a New York jazz club and bluesy numbers that brings the folk to the world where Wilson grew up. Her ease in navigating vocally through both proves Wilson is at home in either place. " Soul Tracks
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Seduction: Songs by Richard Strauss $35
SACD Hybrid Multi-channel
Steve Davislim (tenor)
Simone Young (conductor)
Orchestra Victoria
Emiliana Torrini - Me And Armini $25
'Me And Armini' is a hugely ambitious and aspirational pop record, with Emiliana’s soaring voice centre stage, bolstered by a rich gamut of musical styles. From the summery skank of the title track to the surging, breathless single 'Jungle Drum' and yearning, spine tingling 'Big Jumps' and much more in between, 'Me And Armini' is a truly fantastic album.
Haydn/Hummel - Trumpet Concertos Alison Balsom $32
"Balsom plays the Haydn Trumpet Concerto with cheerful virtuosity...The andante is a contemplative withdrawal, Balsom's legato soothing the ear in extreme contrast to her dazzling tongue-feats of the euphoric finale. She's hugely impressive with Hummel's rapid-fire Rondo earlier on the disc. The excellent Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen are no more than Balsom deserves." Times