Brief notes
Beethoven Piano Concertos Nos 2 & 5 (arr. chamber)
Hanna Shybayeva (piano) et al
Naxos 8.551452
Beethoven piano concertos in chamber arrangements is an interesting idea, but ultimately feels a little weak, here. The piano dominates a score never designed for chamber ensemble. Still, the playing is top notch, and there is often charm and subtlety in the rejigged orchestral parts. (CS) ★★★★
Sarah Class Resonate
Orchestra for the Earth et al
Glorious Technicolour GLORIOCD2
Class’s talent for affecting melody is proven in commissions for the World Land Trust and HRH the Prince of Wales’s ‘Terra Carta’ project. From inspiring orchestral anthems to soulful solo piano, via a clutch of
