FALCONIERI / WESTHOFF / MATTEIS / GEMINIANI
Air - A Baroque Journey Daniel Hope (violin) / Soloists from the Chamber Orchestra of Europe [ Deutsche Grammophon / CD - released 24/Sep/2009 ] "In all, here's a striking demonstration of the sheer variety and invention of Baroque violin composers." (BBC Music) |
LUDWIG van BEETHOVEN
Beethoven: Heroic Beethoven (LP) András Schiff, Stephen Kovacevich, Rudolf Buchbinder (piano) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Nikolaus Harnoncourt / Artemis Quartet / etc [ Warner Classics / 2 LP - released 22/May/2020 ] Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the towering heroes of music. As a composer, he became a transformational, sometimes revolutionary force. As a man of spirit and inspiration, he triumphed over deafness to produce a wealth of masterpieces. Over the... |
BEETHOVEN
Symphony No.6 "Pastoral" / Overtures Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Nikolaus Harnoncourt [ Maestro Warners Classics / CD - released 19/Jan/2009 ] |
LUDWIG van BEETHOVEN
Beethoven: The Symphonies Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Yannick Nezet-Seguin, with Ekaterina Gubanova, Werner Gura, Accentus [ Deutsche Grammophon / 5 CD Box Set - released 15/Jul/2022 ] 'I am interested in how Beethoven's music can surprise us today. Our interpretation should feel to the audience as if they are hearing this music for the first time. That is my goal' - Yannick Nézet-Séguin. |
JOHANNES BRAHMS
Brahms: The Symphonies Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Paavo Berglund, conductor [ Ondine / 3 CD Box Set - released 25/Feb/2013 ] This triple CD contains the complete symphonies of Brahms, performed by the Chamber Orchestra of Europe under the direction of Finnish conductor Paavo Berglund. These recordings were made live at the Baden-Baden Festival Hall in May 2000. |
SERGEI PROKOFIEV
Visions of Prokofiev Lisa Batiashvili (violin) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Yannick Nézet-Séguin [ Deutsche Grammophon / CD - released 1/Apr/2018 ] "These are technically immaculate, thoughtful performances, handsomely recorded" The Arts Desk |
JOHANNES BRAHMS
Brahms: Choral Works & Folksongs [6 CD set plus CD Rom] Chamber Choir of Europe. Nicol Matt. with Jargen Meier, piano, and Martina Schrott, harp / Amadeus Choir [ Brilliant Classics / 6 CD Box Set - released 20/Nov/2011 ] Brahms's choral music ranges from the severe magnificence of the Fest- und Gedenk-sprüche to the ravishing opulence of the Op.17 Songs for female voices, horns and harp. Brahms conducted amateur choirs throughout his professional life, both as a... |
J.S. BACH
Chorales [6 CD set plus CDRom) Chamber Choir of Europe, Nicol Matt [ Brilliant Classics / 6 CD Box Set - released 20/Nov/2011 ] Here perhaps is the very heart of Bach; a very palpable demonstration of his heritage and impact. Bach revered his forebears, while at the same time wishing to renew their legacy - both that of his own, already notable Bach family and of their... |
BRAHMS / CLARA & ROBERT SCHUMANN
Clara & Robert Schumann: Piano Concertos Beatrice Rana (piano) / Chamber orchestra of Europe, Yannick Nezet-Séguin [ Warner Classics / CD - released 3/Feb/2023 ] "Rana throws herself into both concertos with vim, vigour and virtuosity to spare, demonstrating just what kindred spirits Robert and Clara were." BBC Music |
W.A. MOZART
The Collection: Six CD set (Incls Flute Concertos, Symphonies & Piano Sonatas) Mozaart Akademiw Amsterdam, Jaap ter Linden / Derek Han (piano) / Klara Wurtz (piano) / Giuliano Carmignola (violin) / Chamber Choir of Europe [ Brilliant Classics / 6 CD Box Set - released 30/Apr/2008 ] Mozart's unique talent may be sampled from the last two symphonies, two piano concertos, violin concertos 1, 2 and 3, flute concertos, the famous Requiem and four piano sonatas. |
J. S. BACH
Complete Keyboard Concertos András Schiff (piano), Peter Serkin (piano) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe & Camerata Bern, András Schiff (directing from the piano) [ Decca Collectors Edition / 4 CD Box Set - released 10/Aug/2012 ] "Schiff's control of colour and articulation never seeks to present merely a harpsichord imitation, and in the concertos his shaping of Bach's lovely slow movements brings finely sustained lines and a subtle variety of touch." (Penguin Stereo Guide) |
W. A. MOZART
Mozart: Complete works on 170 CDs Mozart Akademie Amsterdam, Jaap ter Linden, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Ton Koopman, La Petite Bande, etc [ Brilliant Classics Mozart Edition / 170 CD Box Set - released 20/Aug/2014 ] "The performances and recordings always seem by experience or repute either at least good and at best outstanding..Mozart is one of the greats so if you are tempted by the low price don't feel you have to hold back." (MusicWeb Dec 2010) |
ALFRED SCHNITTKE
Concerti grossi Nos. 1 + 5; Quasi una sonata Gidon Kremer - Tatiana Grindenko. The Chamber Orchestra of Europe. Wiener Philharmoniker. Heinrich Schiff. Christoph von Dohnanyi [ DG 20/21 Series / CD - released 24/Sep/2004 ] The violinist Gidon Kremer is well established as a leading exponent of Schnittke's music. Both Concerti Grossi have been premiered by or dedicated to him. |
JOSEF HAYDN
Haydn: Cello Concertos Nos. 1 & 2 / Sinfonia Concertante / etc Steven Isserlis (cello) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Roger Norrington [ Sony Classical Masters / CD - released 1/May/2011 ] "Cellist Steven Isserlis's playing is alert, sensitive, and joyous." (Highbeam.com) |
JOAQUIN RODRIGO
Rodrigo: Concierto De Aranjuez / Fantasia para un Gentilhombre / etc Julian Bream (guitar) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe, RCA Victor Chamber Orchestra, John Eliot Gardiner, Leo Brouwer [ Sony RCA Classical Masters / CD - released 10/Dec/2017 ] "There is Bream's marvellous performance of the solo part, excellent orchestral playing and excellent recording." (Gramophone) |
W. A. MOZART
Mozart: Cosi fan Tutte (Complete opera) Miah Persson, Angela Brower, Rolando Villazón, Mojca Erdmann / Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Yannick Nézet-Séguin [ Deutsche Grammophon / 3 CD Box Set - released 10/Aug/2013 ] GRAMOPHONE MAGAZINE AWARD NOMINATION 2014 |
JOSEF HAYDN
Die Schopfung [The Creation] Christine Oelze (sop) Scot Weir (tenor) Peter Lika (bass) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe / Sir Roger Norrington [ Hanssler Profil / 2 CD Box Set - released 1/Nov/2008 ] The Creation (1798) and The Seasons (1801) are two works of unique artistic excellence. In them Haydn combined the theatrical gestures of Handel's oratorios with elements of his own symphonic style. Both The Creation and The Seasons represent the... |
J S BACH / VASKS
Distant Light Renaud Capuçon & Celine Frisch (violins) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe [ Erato / CD - released 10/Apr/2014 ] Renaud Capuçon's first recording as both soloist and conductor is also his first recording with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe. He has chosen to juxtapose Bach's violin concertos in A minor and E major with a haunting concerto written more than 350... |
BACH / VASKS
Distant Light: Violin Concertos Renaud Capucon (violin & director) / Chamber Orchestra of Europe [ Erato Warner Classics / CD - released 20/Apr/2015 ] Renaud Capuçon's first recording as both soloist and conductor is also his first recording with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe. He has chosen to juxtapose Bach's violin concertos in A minor and E major with a haunting concerto written more than 350... |
Europe
Gold (3CD) [ Sony Crimson Gold / 3 CD - released 25/Nov/2022 ] This definitive 3CD set features 45 tracks spanning the band's most popular career. 'The Final Countdown' reaching UK number 1 in 1986 alongside; 'Rock The Night' UK 12, 'Carrie' UK 22, 'Superstitious' UK 34 and 'I'll Cry For You' UK 28. |