Furtwangler, Jochum and Knappertsbusch knew how to mould these phrases and how to adjust tempo relations, making their performances unique. Jansons follows suit.

Music review - Beethoven, Symphony 9, Bernard Haitink / Chor & Symphonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks / Sally Matthews, soprano / Gerhild Romberger, alto /...

Title: A Star is BornDirector: Bradley CooperRelease: 2018This is exemplary Hollywood. A true love story without any clichés despite its numerous remakes (this is...

It's no surprise that this disc is immediately accessible and a joy to listen to. Lindberg's own compositions have always been a rewarding experience,...

Music Review Mahler Symphony 9 / Osmo Vänskä / Minnesota Orchestra / BISThis is indeed an exceptional rendition of Mahler's 9th, distinguished, in large...

On a High NoteTechnical Brilliance: Yuja Wang's exceptional skill at the piano is evident, particularly in the first concerto and the last movement of the third.First Concerto Excellence: Both the orchestra and Wang deliver a top-tier rendition in the first concerto, with no apparent flaws.Fourth Concerto Surprise: Often considered the underdog, the Fourth Concerto stands out in this set, especially in terms of orchestral and soloist interplay.

Music review - Alkan, Symphony for Solo Piano, Concerto for Solo Piano / Paul Wee (piano) / BISThe High Arts Review Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★...

"Bruckner's Eighth Symphony is the zenith of symphonic writing." — Sergiu Celibidache Is this the best symphony ever written? Quite possibly: even if it is...

Title: The Bell Jar Author: Sylvia Plath Originally published in 1963 under the pseudonym Victoria Lucas If Aliens were ever to visit us (if they haven’t so far) they might...