The reissue of classical music masterpieces by ESOTERIC has attracted a lot of attention, both for its uncompromising commitment to recreating the original master sound, and for using hybrid Super Audio CD (SACD) technology to improve sound quality. This series marks the first hybrid SACD release of historical recording selections that have been main stays of the catalog since their initial release. These new audio versions feature ESOTERIC’s proprietary re-mastering process to achieve the highest level of sound quality.

The reissue of classical music masterpieces by ESOTERIC has attracted a lot of attention, both for its uncompromising commitment to recreating the original master sound, and for using hybrid Super Audio CD (SACD) technology to improve sound quality. This series marks the first hybrid SACD release of historical recording
selections that have been mainstays of the catalog since their initial release.

These new audio versions feature ESOTERIC’s proprietary re-mastering process to achieve the highest level of sound quality.

Experience by yourself…

Experience the legendary performance in this new Super Audio CD/CD format. Not only for new followers, but also for well experienced followers of these recorded materials. All will be equally impressed by the “soul” hidden within the notes, but never before found in previously released recordings in any format.

ESOTERIC equipment used for re-mastering

The criterion of re-mastering is to faithfully capture the quality of the original master. ESOTERIC’s flag ship D/A converters, model D-01VU, Rubidium master clock generator model Grandioso G1 and ESOTERIC MEXCEL interconnect cables and power cords, were all used for this re-mastering session.

This combination of highly advanced technology greatly contributed to capturing the high quality sound of the original master.

Berliner Philharmonkier
Claudio Abbado, conductor

Anne Sofie von Otter, mezzo-soprano
Veronique Gens, soprano
Stella Doufexis, mezzo-soprano
Bryn Terfel, baritone
Robert Alagna, tenor
Gil Shaham, violin
Mikhail Pletnev, piano
Donostiaco Orfeoia (Orfeon Donostiarra), San Sebastian Studtiroler Kinderchor

Artykuł BIZET, RAVEL, SARASATE, RACHMANINOV, BRAHMS <br />The Berlin Gala – A Salute to Carmen <br />Anne Sofie von Otter, Veronique Gens, Robert Alagna <br />Berliner Philharmonkier <br />Claudio Abbado pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

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‚The remarkable performances of the Holst Singers, securely balanced on the tightrope between pianissimo sensitivity and full-throated veneration… The intonation is faultless across all the registers here, diction is clear and the choral sound is beautifully homogenized – there doesn’t seem to be a weak voice anywhere. Nor is there a weak piece: all 22 items blaze with devout passion. With the volume turned up, one after another brought up the hair on the back of my neck … This is a glorious CD and it should bring you much pleasure‘ (International Record Review)

‚The programme is scrupulously prepared, with excellent pronunciation, idiomatic timbres anda fine fusion of ardent communication and sensitive shaping. The disc was recorded in the superb acoustic of All Hallows, Gospel Oak, London, and Ivan Moody’s informative essay is an indispensable bonus‘ (Gramophone)

‚Performing with insight and commendable Russian sonority, the Holst Singers have cast their net wide in this survey of Orthodox Church music. The main focus is the pre-Revolution period of the early 20th century, with Pavel Chesnokov generously represented. But he and other composers found ways of reconciling inventiveness with the Church’s constraints, and such rarities as César Cui’s Magnificat, together with works by Shvedov, Kastalsky and more familiar Rachmaninoff, make for a fascinating spectrum‘ (The Daily Telegraph)

‚In hymns, prayers, invocations and anthems. These composers draw on ancient chant to produce music which is always passionate … Beautifully captured by the Holst Singers‘ (Choir & Organ Magazine)

Artykuł CHESNOKOV, GRECHANINOV, KALINNIKOV, RIMSKY-KORSAKOV, RACHMANINOV <br />Ikon II <br />Holst Singers <br />Stephen Layton pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

Bei diesem Titel handelt es sich um eine SHM-SACD. Dieses Format ist die Weiterentwicklung der Single-Layer-SACD und verwendet einen besonders lichttransparenten Kunststoff (Super High Material). Durch ihn wird eine deutlich bessere Auslesbarkeit der Pit-Land-Strukturen auf der Oberfläche erreicht als bei Hybrid-SACDs möglich. Die SHM-SACDs von Universal werden generell von den Masterbändern der Alben ohne Veränderungen neu in DSD digitalisiert. SHM-SACDs können auf jedem SACD-Spieler wiedergegeben werden. Bitte verwenden Sie weder L’Art du Son noch alkoholbasierte Reinigungsmittel. – Achtung: Alle Titel werden von Universal Music als Sammlerstücke in Limited Edition für den japanischen Markt konzipiert.

Artykuł RACHMANINOV <br />Piano Concerto No.3 (1963) / Piano Sonata No.2 (1977) <br />Vladimir Ashkenazy <br />The London Symphony Orchestra <br /> Anatole Fistoulari pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

Joint winner of The 1962 International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition (with Ashkenazy), John Odgon was a phenomenal pianist and composer, a gentle giant of a man but a troubled genius plagued by mental and later physical health problems that culminated in his premature death at the age of only 52.

His recorded legacy is considerable but his inaugural recordings for EMI (his recording of Tchaikovsky’s 1st Piano Concerto is on HIQLP037) remain special for capturing in superb stereo his artistry at the start of his international career.

In the original review in The Gramophone of July 1962, T.H. remarked that it was –
„a record that will certainly enhance his reputation the word over… the intellect in control of the emotions, allied to a really remarkable technique, brings nobility, to the first movement in particular, that is rare and very affecting.“
„…The recording suits this approach, too, for soloist and orchestra are for once well balanced… yet the recording is of wide range, so the climaxes are fully telling… bright and vivid stereo.“

Artykuł RACHMANINOV<br />Concerto No. 2 In C Minor / Prelude In G Minor<br />John Ogdon<br />Philharmonia Orchestra, John Pritchard pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

Vladimir Ashkenazy, im russischen Gorki (heute: Nischni Nowgorod) geborener Pianist und Dirigent, arbeitete mit Orchestern auf der ganzen Welt. Seine Laufbahn führte ihn zum Deutschen Symphonie Orchester Berlin, zum Londoner Royal Philharmonic Orchestra und zur Tschechischen Philharmonie.

Diese Aufnahmen mit dem London Symphony Orchestra unter der Leitung von André Previn entstanden in den Jahren 1907, 1971 und 1979.

Bei diesem Titel handelt es sich um eine SHM-SACD. Dieses Format ist die Weiterentwicklung der Single-Layer-SACD und verwendet einen besonders lichttransparenten Kunststoff (Super High Material). Durch ihn wird eine deutlich bessere Auslesbarkeit der Pit-Land-Strukturen auf der Oberfläche erreicht als bei Hybrid-SACDs möglich. Die SHM-SACDs von Universal werden generell von den Masterbändern der Alben ohne Veränderungen neu in DSD digitalisiert. SHM-SACDs können auf jedem SACD-Spieler wiedergegeben werden. Bitte verwenden Sie weder L’Art du Son noch alkoholbasierte Reinigungsmittel. – Achtung: Alle Titel werden von Universal Music als Sammlerstücke in Limited Edition für den japanischen Markt konzipiert.

Artykuł RACHMANINOV <br />The Complete Piano Concertos <br />Vladimir Ashkenazy <br />The London Symphony Orchestra <br />Andre Previn pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.

Conductor: Stanisław Wisłocki, Sinfonie-Orchester der Nationalen Philharmonie Warschau – Audiophile Pressing

Piano Concerto No 2

01. Moderato (11:13)
02. Adagio sostenuto (11:54)
03. Allegro scherzando (11:43)

04. 6 Preludes
– Nr. 12 C-dur op. 32
– Nr. 13 b-moll op.32 Nr. 2
– Nr 3 B-dur op. 23
– Nr 5 D-dur op. 23 Nr. 4
– Nr 6 g-moll op. 23
– Nr 8 c-moll op. 23 Nr. 7

Clearaudio Tonabnahmer ARTIST V2 MM

Artykuł RACHMANINOV <br />Piano Concerto No 2 und 6 Preludes <br />Sviatoslav Richter<br />Conductor: Stanisław Wisłocki<br /> Sinfonie-Orchester der Nationalen Philharmonie Warschau pochodzi z serwisu Cleartone.