A Finzi Anthology

Gerald Finzi (1901–56) has come to embody the lyrical pastoralism so associated with English 20-century music. This anthology includes eight critically acclaimed recordings of Finzi’s works. ----- Review highlights of some of the previously released individual CDs in this set: Finzi: Cello Concerto; Grand Fantasia; Eclogue / Hugh, Donoboe, Griffiths Tim Hugh's offers a lucid, thoughtful, penetrating account of the reflective and often elusive Cello Concerto. Donohoe's direct, un-mannered treatment of the Eclogue results in a finely controlled performance that casts ample light on the text without sentimentalizing it. Donohoe's account of the Grand Fantasia and Toccata is keenly incisive. Finzi: Dies Natalis, Farewell To Arms, Two Sonnets / Hill, Gilchrist Intelligent and emotional engagement with the words, sharply delineated syllabic enunciation even at volume, wondrous breath control and steady tonal production (Dies natalis). Finzi: Intimations Of Immortal