Work: Violin sonata no. 2 in A minor, BWV1003

James Ehnes, a violinist of remarkable elegance, was outstanding in Prokofiev's First Concerto infusing richness to the long, introspective melodic lines.

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A feast for peripatetic music lovers in Istanbul

Jonathan Sutherland, 03 Jun

An arcane Armenian orthodox chapel, two glittering Greek Orthodox churches, a waterfront palazzo and a sumptuous Austrian villa were fascinating venues for a delightful day of mini-concerts at the Istanbul Festival.

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Meditative magic in Vantaa

David Karlin, 14 Aug

A three hour Bach "meditation", with Bach mixed with Kurtág, various other modern pieces and free jazz improvisation all sounded a bit radical. But the results were extraordinary.

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« Sei Solo » : rencontre avec Anna Göckel

Julius Lay, 12 Feb

Anna Göckel incarne parfaitement cette génération qui refuse de jouer les amuseurs de foule. C'est la démarche, le propos, la recherche qui lui importent. Rencontre avec la violoniste autour d'une œuvre fondamentale, les Sonates et Partitas de Jean-Sébastien Bach, qu'elle vient d'enregistrer.