Crisp articulation

5 Nov 12

Stephen Francis Vasta, MusicWeb International

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The Galliard Ensemble members play handsomely, with crisp articulation, alert rhythms and a nice feel for the music’s lyricism… The recorded sound glows.

The recording:

Jeux d’été – French Wind Quintets

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Immaculate performances … a pure delight … unreservedly recommended

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Pure pleasure

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Demands that were easily met

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A young ensemble of considerable merit

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Superb sound

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Excellently played

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One of the highlights

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Paul Conway, The Independent

Stunning music and extraordinary playing

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The Observer, Edward Bhesania

Well performed

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The performances are simply breath-taking

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Endlessly fascinating

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A highly talented wind quintet

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