All articles by Robin Stowell
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Karl Stobbe: Bach, Paganini, Ysaÿe
An artist compels in the Romantics but falls short in Bach
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Rachel Podger, Brecon Baroque: The Muses Restor’d
A thought-provoking programme from a period-instrument Pied Piper
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Trio 1790: Kozeluch Piano Trios Vol.4
Performances that tickle the ear, even if the content is slight
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Johan Dalene, Eivind Ringstad: Mozart
A Sinfonia concertante is a high point in this celebration of youthful talent
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Simone Lamsma, Candida Thompson: Pärt über Bach
A meeting of minds across the centuries in this imaginatively conceived album
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Luka Faulisi: Vivaldi, Boulanger (arr.Spindler), Tchaikovsky, Trad
Vivaldi’s Seasons in a new setting proves a mixed bag
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The Strad Recommends: Viktoria Mullova: Beethoven
This winning duo stands out for its recreative flair
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Kristin von der Goltz: Geminiani, Weiss
An unerring flair brings these demanding sonatas to life
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Ophélie Gaillard: Napoli!
A southern Italian city provides ample inspiration for an eclectic programme
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Book review: Beethoven: The String Quartets
Robin Stowell reviews David Vernon’s authoritative account of the chamber works of one of the world’s most famous composers
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Rachel Podger: Bach: Goldberg Variations Reimagined
An audacious rethinking of a Baroque masterpiece bears musical fruit
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The Strad Recommends: Gary Hoffman: Beethoven
A new Beethoven cycle offers a fulfilling listen