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MOZART & BEETHOVEN PIANO SONATAS These are very fine readings of major classical sonatas, by a British pianist of increasing renown. Prevously issued as Calico CCCR101, this recording attracted much acclaim from critics, and is now available at mid price. |
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| playing time: 76.06 direct sale price: $12.99 audio sample: Beethoven Sonata no 31 - 1st movement (extract) |
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| " [Crossland's] overall approach to these works might be described as 'classically inclined', with clear definition of inner parts and exemplary articulation of melodic lines. Altogether, this is a recital that engages the listener's attention and is played with evident and commendable integrity." - Timothy Ball (Classical Source) | |||
“Elegant, thoughtful, individual without being outré, and exceedingly musical throughout. I enjoyed this disc repeatedly and each time through, found new things to make me go all slack-jawed at their beauty and their rightness. One realizes that Crossland thinks closely about formal architecture in a credible and insightful way. This is a marvellous recital and I cannot recommend it highly enough.” - Scott Morrison (Amazon) |
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“Direct, pleasingly gracious account of the Mozart. Beethoven performances are ruminative and clearly considered ... I found my attention firmly held by this pianist's musical individuality. [In the Op. 110] h er attention to its structure, notably in the fuga and arioso , is unwavering. Additionally she compels our attention with an iron-clad sense of purpose and dynamically nuanced phrasing until the glorious, sonorous closing bars. Her cognizance of Beethoven's ineffable legacy is moving indeed. her instinctive artistry , warm musicianship, and established appeal to live, listening or viewing audiences appears beyond question, now and in the future.” - Howard Smith (Music and Vision) |
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| “ [Crossland] chooses a modern Steinway for this recording. Still she shows much of the thoughtful concern over details the "learned" school values so highly. I found myself praising the pianist's sincerity and attention to detail." - (American Record Guide) | |||
| “A highly individual player, thoughtful yet compelling, she has the gift of spontaneity in the recording studio, to carry the personal insights of her interpretations, as at a live performance. She is very well recorded.” – Ivan March (Penguin Guide to Compact Discs) | |||
“The more I listen, the more I like these interpretations.. I like Crossland's sincere lyrical approach and would definitely love to hear this program from her in the concert hall. After a few listenings, I came under the spell. On the whole, this is a consistent and well thought-out recital.” – Oleg Ledeniov (MusicWeb) |
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