The vast majority of Carl Reinecke's (1795-1883) works are rarely included in today’s performing repertoire and are largely unknown to the musical public. +Delos has teamed with award-winning cellist Michael Samis in this – his first solo album – with the hope of restoring this appealing and beautifully crafted work to today’s concert halls, as well as to revive the musical world’s interest in the works of a composer ripe for rediscovery. +A varied assemblage of shorter works fills out the disc.

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What informs almost every bar... is the blazing virtuosity of Tracy Silverman... you will be astonished that anybody can play the fiddle like that.' - Chicago Tribune in this ear-grabbing new release from Delos, revel in both the compositional wizardry and the stunning electric violin virtuosity of Tracy Silverman: perhaps the leading exponent of his instrument. Like quite a few other leading composers of our day, he spices his heady creations with classic American genres like jazz and rock, achieving a fascinating contemporary fusion that will beguile a huge range of modern listeners. The recording showcases both the compositional wizardry and the stunning electric violin chops of Tracy Silverman: A leading virtuoso of his instrument the main fare - Between the Kiss and the Chaos - is a catchy fusion of jazz, rock and classical that promises to attract a huge range of modern listeners the esteemed Calder Quartet provides expert and enthusiastic collaboration; all is captured in Delos' hallmark sonic glory.

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“Trebles in Paradise” and “Vocal Paradise” is just where the sublime singing of Etherea Vocal Ensemble will take their listeners with their new holiday album, Ceremony of Carols. Etherea, founded in 2008, is a unique group consisting of seven distinguished women’s voices plus the alto-range singing of founder/director Derek Greten-Harrison – who happens to be a vocal switch-hitter, performing as both a countertenor and a baritone! Together, they achieve music of rare technical craftsmanship, vocal precision and exquisite nuance – plus stunning purity and sweetness of sound, with the addition of the scintillating harp wizardry of Grace Cloutier and subtle organ support from Alan Murchie. Framing a central cluster of individual holiday favorites are two beloved carol cycles with harp: Benjamin Britten’s evergreen A Ceremony of Carols and John Rutter’s Dancing Day – both heard here in definitive and enchanting performances. And we guarantee that nobody (except perhaps for those who have experienced Etherea in concert) has ever heard a performance of Good King Wenceslas (one of the central songs) like the one heard here, in which director Greten-Harrison sings both as a choral alto and solo baritone!

Delos’ “strong personality” is due, above all, to the pioneering goals and philosophy of late founder Amelia S. Haygood, whose unshakable faith in the power of classical music, determination to record deserving American artists, championing of unusual repertoire, and cutting-edge recording technology forged an independent label that quickly gained a worldwide reputation for extraordinary artistry and the audiophile quality of its recordings. This 3-disc collection celebrates 40 choice tracks drawn from Delos’ catalog of over 500 orchestral, vocal and chamber/instrumental recordings.

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Acclaimed tenor Gregory Kunde marks his 70th birthday by making his first foray outside operatic repertoire with an album inspired by his childhood jukebox favorites. During a career that took him from a small town in Illinois to the international opera stage, Greg has retained his love for the songs which represent the soundtrack of his younger years. With this album he realizes a long-held dream to follow in the footsteps of legendary artists such as Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett and Bobby Darin, using his vast operatic experience to create personal and unique interpretations of some of the best American songs ever written alongside an ensemble of brass, percussion and bass. This is Gregory Kunde Then and Now.

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Laugh with classical music? Well I never!" No doubt that's what far too many soberly dignified classical music fans might say upon learning of this compilation that celebrates humor in classical music. Take a moment to revel in snickers chuckles and chortles with favorite performers of the Delos catalogue as they loosen up with musical jokes from all eras.

In addition to being the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra's principal flutist, Iceland native Stef�n Ragnar H�skuldsson has forged a distinguished simultaneous career as a soloist and chamber musician. On this, his debut solo CD he offers an impressive and varied program of classic works for flute and piano by mainstream composers, plus a haunting unaccompanied flute novelty composed by a fellow Icelander. Michael McHale, with whom Mr. H�skuldsson collaborates, is one of Ireland's leading all-around pianists. "Stef�n Ragnar H�skuldsson played with agility and warmth" - New York Times.

Gentle classics: A dependable and psychologically effective way to soothe body, mind and spirit. The calmest creations of top-tier composers like Bach, Mozart, Brahms and Debussy; and peerless performances by proven and popular Delos recording artists.