SACD, Schubert (composer)

The Chiaroscuro Quartet are particularly good at capturing the more forward-looking moments…Their use of gut strings and a historically-informed approach produces focused tone throughout; the... — BBC Music Magazine, Christmas Issue 2018, 4 out of 5 stars (Performance)/3 out of 5 stars (Sound) More…

I am happy to report that it more than fulfils the highest expectations...This very distinguished recording should not be missed by anyone interested in fine piano-playing and heartfelt poetic... — Gramophone Magazine, August 2023 More…

not only does the performance shine from without but is illuminated with a gorgeous glow from within. — Gramophone Magazine, December 2021 More…

Çakmur’s playing has plenty of vigour, too: his handling of rhythmic quirks can knock you off balance; whiplash grace notes can shock you; and the upbeat finale of the Krenek will leave you... — Gramophone Classical Music Guide, July 2024 More…

The balance of sound towards the treble celebrates the fresh beauty of Sampson’s voice. The counterbalancing gravitas of topics and tempos allows Middleton to trace long structural lines...This... — BBC Music Magazine, June 2023, 4 out of 5 stars (Performance) / 5 out of 5 stars (Recording) More…

Çakmur is fearless in revealing his personal voice, opting for a thoroughly romantic take on the music, without traducing the Schubertian spirit. His pianism is imbued with a natural instinct... — Gramophone Magazine, April 2024 More…

If you are looking for a single disc that includes all eight impromptus played on a fortepiano, I feel confident recommending this new release from Brautigam, and I look forward to hearing more... — Fanfare, Mar/Apr 2024 More…

An intelligent and vividly communicative artist whose rich, healthy singing is difficult to resist. With sturdy support from Lars David Nilsson, he performs the cycle with the sort of directness... — Gramophone Magazine, December 2019 More…