Tag Archives: Poulenc

Autumn sunshine and Gallic flair: Michael Collins in recital at Wigmore Hall

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Mark Pullinger

Michael Collins; Michael McHale **** Wigmore Hall, 26th September 2015 Watery September sunshine and an autumnal air hung over Wigmore Hall, appropriate conditions for a recital of late clarinet sonatas. Though very different in mood, three of the sonatas given … Continue reading →

Posted in Concert | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on Autumn sunshine and Gallic flair: Michael Collins in recital at Wigmore Hall

Voices of Persephone: the heart-melting soprano of Ilona Domnich

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Mark Pullinger

Surrender: Voices of Persephone  Ilona Domnich/ Signum Classics (SIGCD419) One of the greatest frustrations in my line of work comes when you hear an artist for the first time who absolutely bowls you over… and you’re not in a position … Continue reading →

Posted in CD | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Frugal simplicity: minimalistic but powerful Carmélites at Grange Park

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Mark Pullinger

Poulenc: Dialogues des Carmélites **** Grange Park Opera, 6th July 2013 The last time I was at Tre Scalini, in Rome’s Piazza Navona, it was a brief visit, merely to scoff down some Tartufo and scribble a postcard or two. Francis … Continue reading →

Posted in Opera | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment