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Post by julesd68 on Jun 1, 2021 12:47:09 GMT
As much as I like the turbocharged performance I always find the sound quality just a little too strident and aggressive on that recording.
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Post by MartinT on Jun 1, 2021 19:20:30 GMT
Gosh, not for me Jules. Both performance and recording are exceptional.
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 2, 2021 15:11:49 GMT
Contemporary cello sonatas by Matthew Quayle.
Rather good. Tonal, nothing to frighten the horses.
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 2, 2021 16:13:00 GMT
Vivaldi cello sonatas
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 2, 2021 17:35:22 GMT
Vivaldi wind concertos, various. Quite delightful.
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 3, 2021 3:19:14 GMT
As much as I like the turbocharged performance I always find the sound quality just a little too strident and aggressive on that recording. Listening to the BIS Turbo-T4S now. Yes, I agree with you, Jules, immediately noticeable that it's bright and a bit strident, and there's a deficit in the upper bass, not much in the way of thrum to the tuttis although deeper bass is present. Very strange how systems / preferences vary sonically. The performance isn't as extreme as I remember it. Although it's certainly enthusiastic! I wouldn't want it as my only recording, there are advantages to a more relaxed approach. 8/10 for the performance. 4/10 for the recording. Rick Wakeman seems to have reinspired my interest in the piece, as well as Vivaldi's music in general! |
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 3, 2021 10:29:29 GMT
I certainly enjoy the variety in the recordings I have but I do have a preference for period instruments.
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Post by MartinT on Jun 3, 2021 11:00:53 GMT
I used to love the classic Marriner/ASMF on Argo but it sounds a bit tame and syrupy to my ears now.
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 3, 2021 14:01:00 GMT
Agreed - was glorious in its day but can't deliver like more recent better informed recordings.
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Post by tonedeaf on Jun 4, 2021 5:24:17 GMT
Beethoven 4th Symphony
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 4, 2021 16:18:51 GMT
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 4, 2021 20:55:24 GMT
^ What do you think of it, Jules?
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 5, 2021 13:48:44 GMT
I'm sorry Jerry - didn't get very far with it as not really to my taste in T4S. Found it rather 'straight-laced' and unadventurous, it didn't give me a new experience with the music.
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 5, 2021 14:58:44 GMT
This new Tallis Fantasia from Pappano is hitting the mark for me. Can't wait to hear it on my system. Sublime layering of textures and tones, another keeper for this immortal work. It's a live recording from a very well received concert last year just before lockdown where they also recorded VW 6 which we all liked I believe. lso.co.uk/whats-on/alwaysplaying/read/1651-vaughan-williams-tallis-fantasia.html |
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Post by tonedeaf on Jun 6, 2021 10:42:21 GMT
Beethoven 9th on the SONY DD with the OC9 II, sounds wonderful
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 7, 2021 15:28:05 GMT
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 7, 2021 16:00:46 GMT
That sounds intriguing Jerry!
Will have a proper listen later.
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Post by julesd68 on Jun 8, 2021 16:34:01 GMT
Beethoven "Moonlight Sonata" - listening to my son playing this.  |
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 9, 2021 13:50:12 GMT
Mahler 5th, Barenboim, Chicago
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Post by jandl100 on Jun 9, 2021 16:52:57 GMT
I just love the younger Daniel Barenboim's way with Mozart as pianist and conductor. His partnership with the English Chamber Orchestra for EMI was sublime.
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