CHANDOS intro

Series on CHANDOS label. Each CD in the series features the orchestral music of a specific composer, with a selection of his 'greatest hits' played by top quality performers. Notes © John Brunner, Channel FM presenter (from p.2 of CHANDOS intro booklet): Classical music is inaccessible and difficult. It's surprising how many people still believe the above statement to be true, so this new series from Chandos is not only welcome, it's also very necessary. ... Each CD in the series features the orchestral music of a specific composer, with a selection of his 'greatest hits' played by top quality performers. It will give you a good flavor of the composer's style, but you won't find any nasty surprises ‒ all the music is instantly accessible and appealing. The discs are beautifully presented, and very good value for money, too.