All Magazine articles – Page 93
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ReviewBook review: The Secret of Technique in Cello Playing
Janet Banks reviews a book of exercises to improve violin technique, transcribed for cello
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ReviewViacheslav Dinerchtein: Weinberg
Impressive immersion in astringent and unconventional unaccompanied sonatas
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ReviewGottfried von der Goltz: Telemann
Vividly characterful playing that is, like these sonatas, far from routine
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Review12 Ensemble: Death and the Maiden
A superb follow-up album that is chock full of musical highlights
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ReviewJameson Cooper: Spohr
A chance to discover more delightful duets designed for a domestic market
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ReviewJohanna Rose: Histoires d’un Ange
Highly enjoyable recital of lively works cherry-picked from a big catalogue
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ReviewGautier Capuçon: Franck, Chopin, Piazzolla
A superb partnership of star soloists sparks brilliance
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ReviewDmitry Sitkovetsky: Hommage To Fritz Kreisler And Sergei Rachmaninoff
An endless song of praise to two master musicians
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ReviewJohan Dalene: Barber and Tchaikovsky
Likeable debut recording from a promising young violinist
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ReviewJennifer Pike: Like to the Lark
Fascinating and convincing choral approach to a violin concerto favourite
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ReviewTakács Quartet, Marc-André Hamelin: Dohnänyi
Poised and polished composer portrait featuring music written 20 years apart
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ReviewTamsin Waley-Cohen: CPE Bach: Complete Works for Violin and Keyboard
Deft and mellow-toned readings of late Baroque duos by Bach junior
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Premium ❘ FeatureÉbène Quartet: The Freedom of Instability
Currently making international appearances to mark Beethoven’s 250th birthday as well as celebrating 20 years since its foundation, the Ébène Quartet is riding high now that violist Marie Chilemme has become an established member. But, the players tell Charlotte Gardner, replacing former violist Mathieu Herzog was no easy matter following ...
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Premium ❘ FeatureVuillaume's Early Years: The Making of a Master
Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume was the most successful French luthier of his time, but the first years of his career are still shrouded in mystery. Jonathan Marolle examines some of his earliest instruments to uncover the evolution of his technique and style
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Premium ❘ FeatureJerry Horner: A Virtuoso Teacher
In February last year, former Fine Arts Quartet violist Jerry Horner died at the age of 83. China Conservatory of Music violin professor and past Horner student James Dickenson reflects on the career and teaching legacy of a fine mentor, drawing on interviews with Horner’s students and colleagues, and with ...
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Premium ❘ FeatureMichel Collichon: The Magnificent Ten
Just a handful of instruments by Michel Collichon have survived to the present day – but they demonstrate the skill and techniques of a master innovator. With a tenth example recently identified, Shem Mackey explains the appeal of the 17th-century viol maker to modern-day luthiers
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Premium ❘ FeatureRetirement from Performance: A Change of Pace
Is there a time when we should admit defeat, acknowledge our age and put our instruments away for good? Or is it possible to keep enjoying, playing and sharing music forever? Pauline Harding talks to musicians young and old about falling standards, failing physiques and a joy of playing music ...
