R. Strauss - Open Road - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Many an artist can formulate a recital around the works of a single composer, but few so expertly and effortlessly as Dame Felicity Lott. Together with her longtime collaborator, pianist Graham Johnson, Lott creates an expansive view of Richard Strauss' oeuvre through the lens of one of his richest compositional periods (1885-1901). Among the best-loved of Strauss' works surface lesser-known gems, rare beauties illumined by Lott's sensitive singing and Johnson's deft, assured accompaniment. A disc to be treasured.

The Hermitage Piano Trio will take your breath away! Reference Recordings is pleased to announce SPANISH IMPRESSIONS; our second album with this elite Trio which consists of three accomplished and established soloists; now playing together for more than a decade Misha Keylin; violin; Sergey Antonov; cello; and Ilya Kazantsev; piano. On SPANISH IMPRESSIONS they perform two extraordinary Spanish trios by Turina and Cassado-romantic; exotic and rich works. In addition they perform three Spanish dances by Arbos and three Spanish impressions by Perello; which are musical gems and rarities.

R. Strauss - Strauss Lieder [COMPACT DISCS] date 02/28/2012