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Rachel Barton recorded this debut recital when she was in her teens. I immediately realized I was discovering a major violinist, even though Sarasate's music doesn't make the intellectual demands of Bach. Still, the natural musicianship, the ability to remain expressive while tossing off cascades of notes, and the beautiful sound were all indicators too obvious to miss. Other violinists may have played the Carmen Fantasy with a bit more facility (although Barton is no slouch), but few have made it so convincing as music. And in the delightful Spanish Dances, Barton positively sparkles, as does Samuel Sanders. Gorgeous recorded sound, too. --Leslie Gerber