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Unjustly dismissed

Thomas F. Dillingham | Columbia, Missouri USA | 11/08/2007

(4 out of 5 stars)

"First, there is something very wrong with a system that allows one negative review to be posted three times and counted as three separate reviews in calculating the "average" number of stars. The two copies of the one-star review should be removed by the management.



Second, though I agree in a general way with the first more favorable reviewer, I would rate the recording (and the music) higher; I find Berio's 34 short pieces to be quite delightful and intriguing. They play off against each other by their variety. Yes, some are simple, some more complex or virtuosic; the cumulative effect, given a reasonable level of attention, is certainly better than implied by either of the dismissive reviewers. Further, the Denisov sonata, while not a great work (who would expect it from Denisov?), is nonetheless genuinely enjoyable to hear and provides an interesting conclusion to the musical experience this disc offers. I certainly would recommend it to anyone who enjoys the violin."