Essential Baroque Masterpieces

Most persuasive from these Parisian musicians is the vitality of the choral movements of both Masses and the richly flavoured instrumental accompaniment, directed by Raphaël Pichon with warmth... — Gramophone MagazineMore…

The music is attractive, and it’s nicely performed. — Gramophone MagazineMore…

Banchini achieves performances which are polished, clearly argued and meticulously prepared. A rewarding disc… — BBC Music Magazine, January 2016More…

Valentini, nicknamed 'Little Ragamuffin', delighted in the unexpected. These six concertos, though fundamentally 'Corellian', tease and surprise at every turn, and Ensemble 415 respond enthusiastically.... — BBC Music Magazine, January 2016, 5 out of 5 starsMore…

Small-scale period-instrument forces create a sense of intimate chamber music. There's crisp orchestral articulation and bold-toned flute in allegro passages if rather retiring in middle movements.... — BBC Music Magazine, January 2016, 4 out of 5 starsMore…