What are you currently listening to (Classical)?

[Barry2013]

A fascinating performance and recording

Thanks Ack
Yes I agree.
Really pleased with it.

 

[rando]

Lyra refers to a style of playing technique with over 60 suggested tunings. Gazing through multiple layers of horizon that never brighten or diminish enough to distract from a peaceful effect is a fair description.

 

[paolo]

These Vivaldi works are certainly old favorites of many. I'm posting this version because I think the balance achieved between the mandolin and the other players is excellent, as is the SQ of the recording.

 

[paolo]

A retreat from the current madness to an oasis of nurturing peace and brilliance.

 

[andolink]

Hannes Kerschbaumer (b.1981): chamber music and ensemble works

 

[andolink]

Marco Momi (b. 1978): electro-acoustic works

 

[rando]

1991 Alhambra compilation. Very reminiscent of the old culinary expression about the best food being served on a paper plate with a cloth napkin next to it. ¡Buen provecho!

 

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[paolo]

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[andolink]

The sound quality of this recording holds up very well indeed 25+ years on from release.

 

[paolo]

Delightful, familiar works, delightfully interpreted. Allan Petterson cultists will likely ignore.

 

[rando]

I've been having a hard time not enjoying seasonal works this month. Avoiding any need to sharpen my elbows enough to share in the spirit of the season has done wonders to this end.

 

[Kal Rubinson]

DSD/multichannel and delightful.

 

[marslo]

New Cecilia with Il Giardino Armonico under Antonini

 

[bonzo75]

Why such a horrible picture? She was gorgeous. And this is classical music, why are these people playing Photoshop

 

[paolo]

@bonzo75

Agreed; I saw that on Qobuz new releases and found it a bit "creepy." Maybe I'm getting a bit too sensitive in my golden years. ?

 

[marslo]

Why such a horrible picture? She was gorgeous. And this is classical music, why are these people playing Photoshop

Maybe to express the fact that castratos were half men - half women?
I do not find the artwork strange.

 

[bonzo75]

Maybe to express the fact that castratos were half men - half women?
I do not find the artwork strange.

Ok good point