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."
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International Record https://www.linnrecords.com/review
"Where the Avison Ensemble really triumphs...is in conveying a sense of occasion and musical opulence...Magnificent!"
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Opus d'Or
Opus d'Or Award: Here is a landmark SACD, sumptuously recorded, that one should not hesitate to acquire.
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Opus d'Or
Opus d'Or Award: Un triple SACD de référence dans une prise de son somptueuse à acquérir sans tarder.
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Musikzen
"...exécution impeccable, justesse sans défaut..."
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The Herald
"...bursting with vigour, wit, style, refinement and some juicily characterful playing..."
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The Sunday Times
"The Avison's accounts under Pavlo Beznosiuk have a natural, easy virtuosity that will endear them to purists..."
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BBC Music Magazine
Orchestral Choice: "I shall certainly return frequently to this splendid set."
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Financial Times
"...the Avison Ensemble proves itself a flexible, high-spirited group..."
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Early Music https://www.linnrecords.com/review
"...First rate..."
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North London News
"Exceptionally spirited performances...Warmly recommended."
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BBC Online
"...the Avisons achieve what every composer hopes for their music, namely the ability to move the listener's spirit. Bravo."
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Audio Video Club of Atlanta
"I like everything I hear about this marvelous Handel release."
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The Irish Times
"...bright and breezy al fresco energy..."
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ClassicsToday.com
"...beautifully realized by the stunningly realistic, resoundingly vibrant sound engineering...Essential!"
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The Independent on Sunday
A vivacious, highly detailed set.
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Audiophile Audition
...right up there with Bach’s Brandenburg Concerti as one of the greatest examples of instrumental works of the High Baroque.
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MusicWeb International
Download of the Month: "...this could well become my benchmark in future for this wonderful music..."
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