New CDs That I'm Listening to this Week

Elgar conducts Elgar: Cockaigne Overture, Enigma variations, Pomp & Circumstance Marches.
One of the most interesting tracks on this CD is a reconstruction by Ward Marston (the sound engineer who refurbished these items) of an 'accidental stereo' track of Elgar conducting the Cockaigne Overture. Marston has used some sophisticated digital technology and his 'golden ears' to synchronise two separate discs of the the sme recording session which were fed from two separate microphones. The result is obviously not true stereo, but none the less there is a sense of atmosphere and location of the various parts of the orchestra.


Glazunov: Symphony No.5 and The Seasons
Jose Serebrier & Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
Nicely recorded accounts of these works. Highlight for me is the seasons which is a delight to hear.


Roger Quilter: Complete Folk Song Arrangements
Found the arrangements and delivery of these songs absolutely delightful. An added bonus here is the well balanced and natural recording of the piano and voice. A real bargain from Naxos.


Paul Lewis plays Beethoven Piano Sonatas Nos. 16, 17 & 18
Wonderfully sensitive playing from this most perceptive of young British pianists. Paul Lewis gave an equally impressive recital here in Manchester last December. I look forward to his return in March.


Leonard Bernstein: The Original Jacket Collection.
Such energy and passion is the mark of all the recordings in this box set. You'll either love these recordings or hate them. Personally I love them!