![]() | from Strauss (R): Duet-Concertino; Beethoven: Trio; Glinka: Trio pathétique (CDA68263) 1 Allegro moderato – [6'52] 21 minutes 47 seconds 3 tracks2 Andante – [3'52] 3 Rondo: Allegro ma non troppo [11'03] ‘Watts does ravishing things with the great clarinet melody with which the work opens, to which Perkins responds with a gruffness that gradually broadens into deeply felt lyricism. There’s plenty of w ... ‘Don’t overlook this gem of a recording … the Strauss Duet-Concertino, a seldom-recorded and hitherto misunderstood work, is worth the cover price alone … the solo performances are first-rat ... ‘With attractive playing from all concerned and an unusual and appealing programme this Hyperion release is easy to recommend’ (MusicWeb International) |