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Classical Music CD Reviews

Before making your next classical music CD purchase, read these reviews to find out which classical music CD's are worth buying.
Ludovico Einaudi - Divenire
A classical music CD review of Ludovico Einaudi's 'Divenire'.
Murray Perahia - Bach Partitas 2, 3, & 4
A classical music CD review of Murray Perahia - Bach Partitas 2, 3, & 4.
Ahn Trio's Lullaby for my Favorite Insomniac
A classical music CD review of the Ahn Trio's "Lullaby for my Favorite Insomniac."
Animusic
Animusic is a fantastic blend of computer generated imagery and music. Animusic can be a great tool in introducing children to music, and can even capture the imagination of adults.
Classical Genius - Composer Biographies
Learn about the lives of over two dozen classical composers in this twenty-four disk narrarated series of classical composer biographies.
Poetic Inspirations: Works for Oboe, Viola, & Piano
A sublime album for three exquisite instruments. "Poetic Inspirations" has been one of the best classical CDs so far this year. I highly recommend this album.
2008 Academy Award Winner for Best Original Score
The 2008 Academy Award winner for Best Original score.
2008 Oscar Nominees for Best Film Score
The 2008 Oscar Nominees for Best Film Score.
Johannes Brahms Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 | Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra - Janowski
A Classical Music CD review of Johannes Brahms Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3 by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Marek Janowski.
The Ricardo Vines Collection - David Korevaar, piano
A classical music cd review of The Ricardo Viņes Collection - David Korevaar, piano.
Valentin Silvestrov: Drama - World Premiere Recording
A classical music CD review of Valentin Silvestrov's Drama - World Premiere Recording.
The Ultimate Classical Christmas
A classical music CD review of The Ultimate Classical Christmas.
Snowcarols - Christmas Music by William Ferris
A classical music CD review of Snowcarols, Christmas Music by William Ferris.
Top 5 Classical Music Christmas CDs
Almost every popular recording artist has a Christmas album, and almost everyone owns one. But do you own a classical music Christmas CD? Classical music Christmas CD's are great to play while celebrating the holiday. This year, add a symphonic Christmas album (or choir or brass) to your holiday traditions and playlists!
The Birth of Christ
Andrew T. Miller's The Birth of Christ - A Christmas Cantata is a radiant and vibrant musical work both enlightening and inspirational. Learn more about this classical music CD in this review.
2007-2008 Classical Music Season
2007-2008 Classical Music Season highlights- what's new and what to look for.
The Red Violin Concerto
The Red Violin Concerto - a Classical Music CD Review. Joshua Bell performs John Corigliano's Red Violin Concerto.
Mozart - Serenade No. 10 "Gran Partita" K. 361
A review of Mozart - Serenade No. 10 "Gran Partita" K. 361 performed by the Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings, conducted by H. Robert Reynolds.
Nathan Gunn, Just Before Sunrise
A classical music CD review of Nathan Gunn's "Just Before Sunrise."
Osorio: Debussy & Liszt - Jorge Federico Osorio, piano
A fantastic piano music album by Jorge Federico Osorio. Read the full review!
5 Classical Guitar Music CD's You Mustn't Live Without
A list of five truly amazing classical guitar CD's.
Beethoven Middle String Quartets - Orion String Quartet
Classical music CD review of Beethoven Middle String Quartets performed by the critcally acclaimed Orion String Quartet.
American Virtuosa - Tribute to Maud Powell
A review of "American Virtuosa - Tribute to Maud Powell".
Maya Beiser - Almost Human
Classical Music CD Review of Maya Beiser's "Almost Human."
Beethoven - The Complete Cycle of Trios Volume Two
Classical Music CD Review of "Beethoven - The Complete Cycle of Trios Volume Two" by the Kalichstein, Laredo, Robinson Trio.
Lionheart, El Siglo de Oro
A classical music CD review of Lionheart, chant and polyphony of Renaissance Spain.
Chamber Music by Sebastian Currier, On the Verge - Music from Copland House
Classical Music CD Review: Chamber Music by Sebastian Currier, On the Verge - Music from Copland House.
Schumann - The Sonatas for Violin and Piano
Classical music CD review of Schumann - The Sonatas for Violin and Piano.
Strange Imaginary Animals
Far from your typical walk in the park, Strange Imaginary Animals, much like the title portrays, is an abstract album evoking sounds of wildlife and even delivery trucks.
American Songs
A review of the classical music album, American Songs.
William Ferris Chorale - Menotti & Vierne
A review of the classical music CD, William Ferris Chorale - Menotti & Vierne.
Britten & Bliss
The newest album from the talented Vermeer Quartet, with famous oboist, Alex Klein, features three works by Benjamin Britten and Arthur Bliss.
Meet the Musicians
Looking for a way to introduce composers and their music in an interesting educational way to your children? Look no further. Dennis Kobray stars in this riveting series of DVD's performing and story telling in period costumes.
Pacifica Quartet - Declarations: Music Between the Wars
Classical Music CD Review - Declarations: Music Between the Wars, Pacifica Quartet.
Vittorio
Vittorio Grigolo's self-titled debut album is a huge hit in the UK, earning the number 6 spot in the Top 10 Albums. Read the review of his debut album, Vittorio.
Saxophone Music of M. Zachary Johnson
A classical music CD review of Saxophone Music of M. Zachary Johnson.
American Orchestral Works
A Classical CD Music review of American Orchestral Works performed by the Grant Park Orchestra, conducted by Carlos Kalmar.
The Adventures of a Cello by Carlos Prieto
The story of one man's famous Stradivari cello, its origination, its unique history, the history of fine Italian cello making and its music.
Jennifer Koh - Portraits
Featuring three works by three 20th century composers, the music on this album is far from Mozart and Haydn. While most people will find the music too abstract, there are some who'll find it alltogether delightful.
2006 Academy Award for Best Music: Brokeback Mountain
The 2006 Academy Award for Best Music went to Gustavo Santaolalla for his work in "Brokeback Mountain."
2006 Oscars - Best Original Film Score Nominees
2006 Oscars - Best Original Film Score Nominees
Classical Music CD Review: Twilight of the Romantics
The world premier recording, Twilight of the Romantics, is delightfully fresh music by two extremely talented composers of the Late Viennese era. Although dwarfed by Brahms and Mahler, their music equally compares in style, texture, and melody.
Classical Music CD Review: Andrea Bocelli, Amore
Andrea Bocelli's unique voice has become synonomus with romance, passion, and emotion. With guest appearances by Kenny G, Christina Aguilera, and Stevie Wonder, Andrea Bocelli's [i]Amore[/i] offers its listeners a unique selection of songs.
Classical Music CD Review: Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson - A Celebration
Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson, one of America's highly esteemed African-American 20th Century composers, earned degrees from the Manhattan School of Music and Princeton University. On this classical CD you will find a handful of works composed by Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson throughout his years as a composer.
Top 10 Classical Music Albums of 2005
Top 10 Classical Music Albums of 2005.
48th Annual GRAMMY Award Nominees for Classical Music
The 48th Annual GRAMMY Award Nominees for Classical Music.
Classical Music CD Review: Mexican Piano Music by Manuel M. Ponce
The charming and delightful classical music album, Mexican Piano Music by Manuel M. Ponce, performed by Mexican born piano virtuoso, Jorge Federico Osorio, entrances the audience with romantic European styles combined with a Latin flavors.
Classical Music CD Review: Quartetto Gelato - Favorite Flavours
A classical music CD review if Quartetto Gelato - Favorite Flavours.
Classical Music CD Review - Chicago a cappella: Shall I Compare Thee?
A review of the classical music album "Shall I Compare Thee?" by Chicago a cappella.
Beethoven Music: 6 Recommended Albums
Here are 6 recommended Beethoven music albums worth listening to.
Classical Music CD Review: eighth blackbird - fred
A classical music CD review of eighth blackbird - fred.
Reneé Fleming: Haunted Heart - Classical Music CD Review
Looking for something other than the same ol' classial arias and art songs? Well, look no further! Reneé Fleming's [i]Haunted Heart[/i] is truly a remarkable album. This is the Reneé Fleming you've never heard before. Reneé Fleming's [i]Haunted Heart[/i] is a soulful jazz album with songs in English, French, Spanish and German. This album is truly unique - a must have!
Classical Music Review: Easley Blackwood Chamber Music for Piano and Strings
A classical music review of Easley Blackwood Chamber Music for Piano and Strings.
Classical Music Review of the Pacifica Quartet - Mendelssohn: The Complete String Quartets
A classical music album review of the Pacifica Quartet's Mendelssohn: The Complete String Quartets.
Eight Requiem Mass Albums
The Requiem Mass is a highly recorded piece of work. Many composers wrote the Requiem Mass to their liking, so each one is as unique as their author. When searching for a great recording of the Requiem Mass, it often proves to be a difficult task, so I've compiled a list of Requiem albums to help make that search a little easier.
2005 Grammy Awards for Classical Music
Here are ten 2005 Grammy Award winning classical music albums. Find out what awards they won and buy them for your classical music library!
Classical Music for Romance Top Picks
Finding romantic classical music can be a hard thing to do, especially if you are new to the style. Here is a list of romantic CD's that will help you, or at least lead you, in the right direction.
reneeflemingtop10albums
The ten latest albums of Renée Fleming truly show you the extraordinary talent of this classical Diva. From Handel to Dvorak to Puccini, she delivers with remarkable clarity and tone. Let this be a guide for purchasing your next Renée Fleming album.
Yo-Yo Ma - Top Ten Yo-Yo Ma Albums
Yo-Yo Ma boasts an incredibly large repertoire library, so it can be hard to choose which album you should buy (unless you have the option of buying them all). This top ten list of Yo-Yo Ma albums will help you decide which album suites you best.
Classical Music CD Review - Opera Arias by Bryn Terfel
Classical Music CD review of Opera Arias by Bryn Terfel.
Classical Music CD Review - The Ultimate Divas Album
The Ultimate Divas Album is a compilation CD including artists such as Kathleen Battle, Joan Sutherland, and Renee Fleming, performing well known arias by Mozart, Verdi, Bellini, Puccini, and others.
Classical Music CD Review - Haydn: Complete String Quartets
Haydn: Complete String Quartets, performed by the Angeles String Quartet, is a relatively large investment, but well worth the cost. Read this review of Haydn: Complete String Quartets before you spend your money.
Musicweb International
This premier classical music website features over 11,000 CD reviews of classical, jazz, film, and popular music (updated daily), classical albums of the month, and "Reviewers Choice Disk of the Year."
Reviews of Classical Recordings
Offers a large list of classical music CD reviews.
Classics Today
Not as visually appealing as other sites, but still features great reviews.
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