Mendelssohn - Song without Words, Op. 38 No. 5 in A minor

Pashchenko doesn’t suggest we give this music another hearing; she demands it, wholeheartedly, compellingly and successfully...Pashchenko’s absolute mastery of this 1836 Graf, built during the... — Gramophone Magazine, April 2025 More…

this sweeps the board in this repertoire. — Penguin Guide, 2011 edition More…

Time and again Shelley makes it clear that Mendelssohn has a special place in his affections, and although it is invidious to locate the finer moments in his unfailing expertise, certain performances... — Gramophone Magazine, September 2014 More…

Initially I was not entirely convinced by the modern copy of an 1830 Pleyel...But soon I was relishing the clarity and sheer beauty of the sound and, for the most part, of Ronald Brautigam playing.... — BBC Music Magazine, March 2013, 4 out of 5 stars More…

Martin Jones' musicianship is perhaps seen at its best in his playing of the 'Songs Without Words'. For many years Mendelssohn's music for the keyboard was neglected but this six CD set, so... — Contemporary Review More…

The pianist’s straightforward temperament and respect for the text emphasise truth over charm...Donohoe’s cogent and articulate annotations bring welcome personal and musical perspectives to... — Gramophone Magazine, May 2023 More…