For those who are new to an instrument, the first question is often: where to start? The ‘Best Loved’ series offers an easy answer to that question and a perfect introduction to the wonderful, varied world of classical music. Spotlighting individual instruments in some of the best-loved pieces ever written, and with a mix of solo, chamber and orchestral works, the series provides a convenient introduction to classical music’s infinite variety of instrumental sounds and styles.

Artists

Dorina Frati (mandolin), Piera Dadomo (guitar), Paul O'Dette (mandolin), Elfriede Kunschak (mandolin), Maria Hinterleitner (harpsichord), Konrad Ragossnig (lute, guitar), Jacob Reuven (mandolin), Eyal Leber (guitar), Silvia Tenchini (mandolin), Yasunori Imamura (baroque lute), Alison Stephens (mandolin), Steven Devine (piano), Alon Sariel (mandolin), Michael Tsalka (fortepiano), Edith Bauer-Slais (mandolin), The Parley of Instruments, Duo Ahlert and Schwab, Pro Musica Orchestra Vienna, Mandolin Orchestra Mauro e Claudio Terroni, Südwestdeutsches Kammerorchester Pforzheim, Center Boys' Rag Band, Peter Holman, Vinzenz Hladky, Paul Angerer