Coupling Robert Schumann's well-known Symphonic Etudes with his nearly unknown Beethoven etudes, this disc by Ragna Schirmer will be a feast for dedicated fans of the Romantic composer. Not only does the young German pianist perform the 13 standard movements from the Symphonic Etudes, she interpolates the six movements the composer deleted prior to publication – and the result is a richer and fuller picture of the work. Even better, she ……

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Aeonic Obliteration, the debut full-length from Erie, Pennsylvania-based death metal henchmen EXTINCTION PROTOCOL, is out now via NYC-based D.I.Y. label P2.Merging modern tactics with primal, classic death metal vitality, EXTINCTION PROTOCOL bridges schizophrenic old-school riffage with overpowering breakdowns.

CORONATUS is the most unusual Female Fronted Gothic and Symphonic Metal band from Germany! A UNIQUE line up, a UNIQUE sound and UNIQUE songs! You can never mix it up with any other band of this genre!

Aleksandr Grechaninov is more widely known for his liturgical music and songs, and his works in other genres were rarely performed until recently. His chamber music in particular is wholly undeserving of the neglect which has befallen it. There are ten major pieces of chamber music by Grechaninov: four string quartets, two clarinet sonatas, a violin sonata and the three works presented here. These lesser-known works reveal that his wide-ranging and creative artistry rivals that of his better-known compatriot composers more commonly represented on disc and in the concert hall.

Ondine are longstanding supporters of Lindberg’s music – always instrumentally idiomatic and powerful. This latest release consists of no less than three world premiere recordings of the Violin Concerto and chamber orchestra works, Jubilees and Souvernir. Internationally renowned violinist Pekka Kuusisto is recognized for his fresh approach to the repertoire and a strong advocate of new music. Here he appears as soloist and director of the Tapiola Sifonietta, a partnership that work together on a frequent basis.

The contemporary female flamenco voice most recognized is that of Spanish singer Carmen Pacheco Rodríguez (Linares, 1951) aka Carmen 'Linares'. Carmen is definitely one of the greatest flamenco singers with knowledge and mastery of flamenco styles in the line of 'Niña de los Peines'. This album was recorded live during the international show of Carmen ('Desde el alma') in her action at Colina (Germany) in 1992.

Double CD album dedicated to Gregorian chant (named for the compilation task attributed to Pope Gregory the Great), widely used in the liturgy of the Catholic Church. The origin of this chant date back to the musical practice of the Jewish synagogues and the first Christian communities. Sacred music, both solemn and spectacular.