Britten Elegy; Three Suites
Simone Libralon (viola)
Aulious Classics ALC0076
Well controlled performances of Britten’s Viola Elegy and Cello Suites (arranged by Nobuko Imai) characterise this solo album from Orchestra Sinfonica Milano violist Libralon – though he seems sometimes to be carefully feeling his way rather than skipping forward with direction and purpose. (CS)
Belle Chen Years of Pilgrimage
Belle Chen (piano)
Eito Music E0023
Chen’s latest album of original works is part musical postcard and part love letter, the former her stylistic journey, the latter her homage to the composers she holds dear. Varied and dynamic with a handful of highlights; Gnomes Homes is great fun. (MB)
