The Avison Ensemble:
Pavlo Beznosiuk (director and violin);
Joanne Green (violin);
Jane Gordon (violin);
Iwona Muszynnska (violin);
Caroline Balding (violin);
Simon Kodurand (violin);
Katarina Bengtson (violin);
Ellen O’Dell (violin);
Rachel Byrt (viola);
Emile de Roubaix (viola);
Richard Tunnicliffe (cello);
Deborah Thorne (cello);
Tim Amherst (bass);
Roger Hamilton (harpsichord)
The Avison Ensemble:
Pavlo Beznosiuk (director and violin);
Joanne Green (violin);
Jane Gordon (violin);
Iwona Muszynnska (violin);
Caroline Balding (violin);
Simon Kodurand (violin);
Katarina Bengtson (violin);
Ellen O’Dell (violin);
Rachel Byrt (viola);
Emile de Roubaix (viola);
Richard Tunnicliffe (cello);
Deborah Thorne (cello);
Tim Amherst (bass);
Roger Hamilton (harpsichord)
MONUMENTALNA EDYCJA
LINN RECORDS
• This recording encompasses Handel’s complete Concerti Grossi Opus 6, a work widely thought to be the definitive example of the concerto grosso and one of the composer's greatest contributions to the Baroque period. • Under the masterful direction of Pavlo Beznosiuk the Ensemble’s enviable precision and musical rapport is evident. • The period ensemble creates dazzling colour, the tones and textures bringing this popular Baroque masterpiece to life. • Formed in 1985, the Ensemble has attracted great critical acclaim. The Guardian commented: “I’d take the Avison Ensemble over Karajan…any day”. • The Avison Ensemble comprises some of Europe's leading baroque musicians, including artists from The Hague, Germany, France, Austria and London, with international soloists from all over the globe. • Pavlo Beznosiuk, the UK's foremost baroque violin virtuoso, is in demand as a soloist and orchestral leader performing regularly with the Academy of Ancient Music and Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. Classical Music Magazine "A satisfying set, pleasingly recorded." more >> International Record https://www.linnrecords.com/review "Where the Avison Ensemble really triumphs...is in conveying a sense of occasion and musical opulence...Magnificent!" more >> Opus d'Or Opus d'Or Award: Here is a landmark SACD, sumptuously recorded, that one should not hesitate to acquire. more >> Opus d'Or Opus d'Or Award: Un triple SACD de référence dans une prise de son somptueuse à acquérir sans tarder. more >> Musikzen "...exécution impeccable, justesse sans défaut..." more >> The Herald "...bursting with vigour, wit, style, refinement and some juicily characterful playing..." more >> The Sunday Times "The Avison's accounts under Pavlo Beznosiuk have a natural, easy virtuosity that will endear them to purists..." more >> BBC Music Magazine Orchestral Choice: "I shall certainly return frequently to this splendid set." more >> Financial Times "...the Avison Ensemble proves itself a flexible, high-spirited group..." more >> Early Music https://www.linnrecords.com/review "...First rate..." more >> North London News "Exceptionally spirited performances...Warmly recommended." more >> BBC Online "...the Avisons achieve what every composer hopes for their music, namely the ability to move the listener's spirit. Bravo." more >> Audio Video Club of Atlanta "I like everything I hear about this marvelous Handel release." more >> The Irish Times "...bright and breezy al fresco energy..." more >> ClassicsToday.com "...beautifully realized by the stunningly realistic, resoundingly vibrant sound engineering...Essential!" more >> The Independent on Sunday A vivacious, highly detailed set. more >> Audiophile Audition ...right up there with Bach’s Brandenburg Concerti as one of the greatest examples of instrumental works of the High Baroque. more >> MusicWeb International Download of the Month: "...this could well become my benchmark in future for this wonderful music..." more >>