from Grieg: Violin Sonatas (CDA67504) 1 Lento doloroso – Allegro vivace [8'49] 20 minutes 4 seconds 3 tracks2 Allegretto tranquillo [5'54] 3 Allegro animato [5'21] ‘The playing is outgoing and communicative, and each movement makes a distinct positive impression. In vivacious movements the sheer verve of the playing is irresistible … an extremely enjoyable ... ‘Following beautiful discs of Bloch and Hubay, Hagai Shaham offers us a remarkable album of Grieg. Dominated by musical quality without fault, these interpretations are also worth for perfect balance ... ‘It is always a treat to get a Shaham-Erez recording to review … in this recording the violin and piano are treated as equal partners. Both instruments are reproduced in a way that allows everyth ... |