Search - Steven Isserlis, Hough :: Forgotten Romance

Isserlis and Hough are always the best

09/14/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you've never heard the Grieg cello sonata, please go buy this recording. It's worth it simply to hear Isserlis's beautiful execution of this work. But every track is well worth listening too, and it's hard to imagine that the Rubinstein and Liszt pieces could be neglected once enough people listen to this recording. The title of "Romance" refers to a style of music, not an imperative for the listener; Isserlis and Hough are never sappy, forced or unclear in their musical intentions. Rather, they are two of the world's best chamber artists achieving flawless blend and unity of expression in these unjustly neglected works."

Don't know much about classical...

DKDC | Washington, DC USA | 09/14/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"...but this is very nice. Mellower than I usually like but very well done."

FANTASTIC ALBUM

GEORGE RANNIE | DENVER, COLORADO United States | 03/03/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"What a beautiful album of chamber music. The Grieg and Rubintein works are especially wonderfull. One listening of the Grieg will have you hooked. Isserlis and Hough are a fabulous chamber music team. Do whatever it takes to get this album."