from Porpora: Cantatas (CDA67894) 1 Oh se fosse il mio core [1'01] 10 minutes 33 seconds 4 tracks2 Se lusinga il labro e 'l ciglio [5'32] 3 Mi fa barbara e ingrata [0'40] 4 Sento pietade [3'20] ‘The musicianship is exquisite. Cohen's cello playing is softly lyrical … and Davies's coloratura shines … his embellishments are gorgeous’ (Gramophone) ‘This premiere recording gloriously recreates Porpora's own aural and dramatic contexts. Making his solo debut on the Hyperion label, countertenor Iestyn Davies hovers delicately between passion and l ... ‘Iestyn Davies, today's most exciting British countertenor, sings six of [the cantatas] here with an awesome technique and flawless tone, accompanied by the lithe and graceful chamber ensemble Arcange ... |