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Beethoven Piano Trio Op. 70 No. 2; Symphony No. 2 (arr. trio) Beethoven Trio Bonn CAVi-music AVI 8553111

The Bonn trio continues its fine series; the gentle hues of the Piano Trio are beautifully contrasted with a very perky performance of the symphony arrangement. (MB) ★★★★

Beethoven • Ligeti String Quartets Jupiter String Quartet Marquis MAT 81499

What a superb pairing of Beethoven and Ligeti quartets. An extensive palette of colours is explored in the Jupiters’ interpretations here. Compelling playing with a good deal of drama. (FP) ★★★★

Esteban Benzecry Ciclo de canciones; Violin Concerto etc Lviv National Philharmonic Symphony Naxos 8.574128

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