John McDonald: At All Device <br> David Holzman, piano <br> BRIDGE 9528This recording chronicles the growth and development of a deep friendship between pianist David Holzman and composer John McDonald. Over the course of two decades, the two have developed a deep understanding and appreciation of each other personally and professionally. Writing about the relationship, David Holzman says: I have known John McDonald for almost two decades. At first, he was a generous colleague, joining with Joel Gordon to help bring many

Rosen is in perfect command of her instrument

conductor***Best of Year*** —BBC Music Magazine

“Rebel is a hot little Baroque band

is a program full of surprise and high spirits

Prelude in E-flat major

with Kurtág coaching the two performers

The Dvorák Quartet recording features members of the Winterthur String Quartet

never the less it is a nicely presented release and the listening effort really does pay off

Ollantay is nearly a symphony

Gyorgy Kurtag

Thomas Buckner

Princess Lyra's Act 1 closing aria is gorgeously melodic