Here is fine playing by a distinguished trio from the Czech Republic in a programme of contrasts from the famous Beethoven ‘Ghost Trio’ to the rarely performed Tchaikovsky Piano Trio.
The young British violinist, Jennifer Pike, gives an outstanding performance of the concerto sympathetically supported by Andrew Davis and the orchestra. She makes light of its technical demands producing a lovely sound reflecting the heart of Sibelius and his unique world.
Arguably one of the best song-cycles ever written, Schubert’s ‘Winterreise’ is an epic undertaking to record by anyone’s standards. On the whole Finley does well, an excellent rich baritone vocal with understated emotion, technical fluidity and verbal accuracy.