Instrumental, Pärt (composer)
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In short, this highly recommendable collection represents a model of imaginative and provocative programming. —
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Arvo Pärt - Alina
RecommendedVladimir Spivakov (violin), Sergei Berzodny (piano), Alexander Malter (piano), Dietmar Schwalke (cello)
Vladimir Spivakov, particularly, is breathtaking in his two performances of Spiegel im Spiegel, his control of tone and carefully considered use of vibrato adding greatly to the poignancy of... —
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Presto Recording of the Week, 14th February 2008
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This excellent German vocal quintet presents seven of Martin Luther’s chorales in many versions, typically changing composers from one verse to the next... instrumental chorale preludes appear... —
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The New York Times, Recordings of the Year 2017
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Silence
Christoph Sietzen (marimba), Clemens Hagen (violoncello), Academy of Ancient Music, Bogdan Bacanu (marimba)
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International Classical Music Awards, 2019, Nominee - Assorted Program
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Taken at face value, the order and selection of works seems entirely random…However, the eccentric programme is carefully considered; repeated listening reveals new parallels between the pieces.... —
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BBC Music Magazine, July 2018, Instrumental Choice
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Diapason d’Or, July/August 2018, Nouveauté
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Opus Klassik Awards, 2019, Solo Recital (flute)
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Whether down to the commanding presence of the music itself, Apkalna's powerful interpretations, Ventspils Concert Hall's richly resonant acoustics, the sheer force and weight of the impressive... —
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Bookended by Bach arrangements, this album of solo piano works explores musical connections through history. The overwhelming echo in the recording creates a shimmering effect, overriding some... —
Awards:
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International Classical Music Awards, 2019, Nominee - Solo Music
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Opus Klassik Awards, 2020, Nominee - Instrumentalist of the Year
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Awards:
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International Classical Music Awards, 2019, Nominee - Assorted Program
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Opus Klassik Awards, 2020, Nominee - Instrumentalist of the Year
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With a mix of traditional songs and contemporary works, this disc explores the varied potential of the recorder. The ensemble creates a controlled sound and clean tone. Lots of fun. —