SYMPHONY NO.3, METAPHYSICA; HARP CONCERTO Internationally acclaimed Japanese composer and conductor Joe Hisaishi leads the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with celebrated harpist Emmanuel Ceysson, in a major world premiere recording that pairs his Symphony No. 3 'Metaphysica' with his new harp concerto - a virtuosic, genre-defying work. 2-LP set.

Luigi Nono was a leading figure in post-war serialism, emerging in the 1950s alongside Karlheinz Stockhausen & Pierre Boulez as one of the era's defining avant-garde composers. Composed for 2-channel magnetic tape in 1968, Contrappunto reflects Nono's engagement with international student movements and opposition to the Vietnam War. Drawing on Adriano Banchieri's early 17th-century madrigal-comedy, Nono reimagined it's vocal focus, period materials, and parodic spirit through a contemporary lens. Roland Kayn's Cybernetics III foresaw major developments in synthesis, computing, sampling & sequencing, anticipating profound changes in electronic music. The Avantgarde Series is mastered & cut from the original analog 1/4 inch, 2-track master tapes by Rainer Maillard & Sidney Claire Meyer at Emil Berliner Studios. Limited and numbered, featuring original artwork and a newly designed, beautifully crafted collector's sleeve with new liner notes by Bradford Bailey, and pressed on 180g vinyl.

Limited five 180gm vinyl LP set. Herbert von Karajan's recording of Wagner's 'Die Walkure' features an outstanding cast, including Austrian star soprano Gundula Janowitz (Sieglinde), legendary bass-baritone Thomas Stewart (Wotan), Jon Vickers (Siegmund), and the dazzling Regine Crespin (Brunnhilde). It captivates with it's expressive range and lyrical accents. Karajan skillfully allows his orchestra, the Berliner Philharmoniker, to take a back seat to showcase the great singers. As classical music magazine Gramophone aptly puts it, even half a century after it's release, his recording, "still has surprises in store." For the first time, the ORIGINAL SOURCE SERIES uses the original stereo master tape, a two-track audio tape, as it's source. Remastered by the Emil Berliner Studios on 180g virgin vinyl by Optimal and housed in a 5-LP lift-lid box set. Limited and numbered.

These two albums, originally released in 2015 and 2016, are among the finest of the benchmark recordings that Brad Lubman and his Ensemble Signal have devoted to Steve Reich. They reveal in their inexorable pulse and clarity of texture all the profundity of this music. Far beyond brilliant precision, here is a gripping sense of radiant vitality - a welcome return to the catalog to celebrate the 90 years of this Grand Old Man of the music of our time.

As an admirer of Cherubini, an attentive follower of Spontini's dramatic daring, and a critical but deeply fascinated witness of Rossini's public success, Beethoven was shaping his language in a musical landscape in which the symphony was in constant dialogue with the opera. This fertile state of tension has been newly uncovered by Enrico Onofri and the Munchener Kammerorchester: heard alongside Italian overtures of the time, Beethoven's great symphonies appear newly charged with a theatrical urgency, dramatic impulse and unparalleled intensity.

Winner of the 2024 Joseph Joachim International Competition, 19-year old Canadian violinist Jacques began playing the violin at the age of two, and has performed across North America, Europe, and Asia. His debut album for Warner Classics offers a varied repertoire for violin - featuring works by Bartok, Brahms, Ysaye, Gershwin and more - and balances technical brilliance with intimate, lyrical moments for a captivating listening experience.

Triple yellow colored vinyl LP pressing. Step back to the early '70s - an unforgettable era of pure pop, rock, soul, easy listening and singer-songwriter classics with NOW Yearbook 1971. Opening with an incredible run of truly timeless classics... Elton John's signature 'Your Song' leads, followed by Paul McCartney's debut solo single 'Another Day'. U. S. classics next: Neil Diamond's 'Sweet Caroline' is as popular today as it was in '71, as is John Denver's 'Take Me Home Country Roads'. Country-pop hits for Lynn Anderson and Olivia Newton-John come ahead of the debut single from Carly Simon and to close the side, Judy Collins' version of 'Amazing Grace' was massive hit and would end up spending an incredible 67 weeks on the UK charts! Rod Stewart with his first chart-topper 'Maggie May' alongside the second #1 for T. Rex with 'Get It On' and also the second chart-topper for Mungo Jerry with 'Baby Jump'. The Kinks and Free follow leading to two of the defining anthems of the era, The Who's epic 'Won't Get Fooled Again', and Deep Purple with 'Strange Kind Of Woman'. Al Green's 'Tired Of Being Alone' is followed by Diana Ross, who hit #1 with 'I'm Still Waiting' and the Jackson 5 hit the top in the U. S. with one of their most beloved tracks, 'I'll Be There'. The Tams enjoyed a #1 with the re-released Northern Soul classic 'Hey Girl Don't Bother Me', and leads a run including The Elgins, The Supremes and 'I'm Gonna Run Away From You' from Tami Lynn. The Delfonics with 'La La Means I Love You' and The Temptations with 'Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)", "Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves' gave Cher a U. S. #1 and Cilla Black was back in the UK Top 3 with 'Something Tells Me... '. Up next, Tony Christie leading a run of pure-pop gems from Bay City Rollers, Middle Of The Road with their #1 'Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep', The Mixtures, Clodagh Rodgers (with 1971's UK Eurovision entry), and 'Knock Three Times', the first #1 for Tony Orlando & Dawn. Peter Noone enjoyed a big hit covering David Bowie's 'Oh You Pretty Things' and is followed by early glam-pop favorites from Sweet and Slade. Up next, Dave & Ansel Collins' groundbreaking chart-topper 'Double Barrel' which became the second ever reggae single to hit the UK #1 spot. Easy Listening gold up next from Perry Como, Andy Williams, Elvis Presley and 'Till' from Tom Jones, Marvin Gaye's landmark masterpiece 'What's Going On', before the Oscar-winning 'Theme From "Shaft"' from Isaac Hayes and Ike & Tina Turner's electrifying 'Proud Mary'. Bill Withers' sublime 'Ain't No Sunshine' leads to a final run of classics from Cat Stevens with 'Wild World', Joan Baez's interpretation of 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down', and Janis Joplin's posthumous hit - the timeless 'Me And Bobby McGee', and it's left to Rod Stewart to sign off the year with his #1 'Reason To Believe'. NOW Yearbook 1971 - a celebration of the diversity and wonderful creativity of a magical year in pop.

Four CD set. Step back to the early '70s - an unforgettable era of pure pop, rock, soul, easy listening and singer-songwriter classics with NOW Yearbook 1971. Opening with an incredible run of truly timeless classics... Elton John's signature 'Your Song' leads, followed by Paul McCartney's debut solo single 'Another Day'. U. S. classics next: Neil Diamond's 'Sweet Caroline' is as popular today as it was in '71, as is John Denver's 'Take Me Home Country Roads'. Country-pop hits for Lynn Anderson and Olivia Newton-John come ahead of the debut single from Carly Simon and to close the side, Judy Collins' version of 'Amazing Grace' was massive hit and would end up spending an incredible 67 weeks on the UK charts! Rod Stewart with his first chart-topper 'Maggie May' alongside the second #1 for T. Rex with 'Get It On' and also the second chart-topper for Mungo Jerry with 'Baby Jump'. The Kinks and Free follow leading to two of the defining anthems of the era, The Who's epic 'Won't Get Fooled Again', and Deep Purple with 'Strange Kind Of Woman'. Al Green's 'Tired Of Being Alone' is followed by Diana Ross, who hit #1 with 'I'm Still Waiting' and the Jackson 5 hit the top in the U. S. with one of their most beloved tracks, 'I'll Be There'. The Tams enjoyed a #1 with the re-released Northern Soul classic 'Hey Girl Don't Bother Me', and leads a run including The Elgins, The Supremes and 'I'm Gonna Run Away From You' from Tami Lynn. The Delfonics with 'La La Means I Love You' and The Temptations with 'Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)", "Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves' gave Cher a U. S. #1 and Cilla Black was back in the UK Top 3 with 'Something Tells Me... '. Up next, Tony Christie leading a run of pure-pop gems from Bay City Rollers, Middle Of The Road with their #1 'Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep', The Mixtures, Clodagh Rodgers (with 1971's UK Eurovision entry), and 'Knock Three Times', the first #1 for Tony Orlando & Dawn. Peter Noone enjoyed a big hit covering David Bowie's 'Oh You Pretty Things' and is followed by early glam-pop favorites from Sweet and Slade. Up next, Dave & Ansel Collins' groundbreaking chart-topper 'Double Barrel' which became the second ever reggae single to hit the UK #1 spot. Easy Listening gold up next from Perry Como, Andy Williams, Elvis Presley and 'Till' from Tom Jones, Marvin Gaye's landmark masterpiece 'What's Going On', before the Oscar-winning 'Theme From "Shaft"' from Isaac Hayes and Ike & Tina Turner's electrifying 'Proud Mary'. Bill Withers' sublime 'Ain't No Sunshine' leads to a final run of classics from Cat Stevens with 'Wild World', Joan Baez's interpretation of 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down', and Janis Joplin's posthumous hit - the timeless 'Me And Bobby McGee', and it's left to Rod Stewart to sign off the year with his #1 'Reason To Believe'. NOW Yearbook 1971 - a celebration of the diversity and wonderful creativity of a magical year in pop.

Mozart's piano sonatas reveal an extraordinary range of character, from effortless lyricism to profound emotional intensity. In the third volume of his complete survey, pianist Jae-Hyuck Cho performs three contrasting sonatas which form an arc from light into shadow, before emerging into light once more. Opening with the luminous Sonata in C major, K. 330, the program moves to the dramatic A minor Sonata, K. 310, one of Mozart's most emotionally charged keyboard works, before concluding with the freshness and wit of the G major Sonata, K. 283. Together, these three sonatas reveal Mozart's ability to combine elegance, theatrical instinct and deep humanity. Cho approaches these works with a distinctly vocal perspective, shaping each phrase as though sung and drawing on Mozart's close relationship with opera. The result is a performance of warmth, clarity and expressive freedom that allows each sonata's individual voice to emerge while revealing the broader narrative that connects them. This third instalment continues a thoughtfully conceived cycle that places musical character and storytelling at it's heart.

From the spirited wit of the Viennese stage to the quiet sanctuary of his most private sonatas, this collection captures the multifaceted genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Journey through the vibrant energy of The Marriage of Figaro, the ethereal dialogue of the Flute and Harp Concerto, and the heartbreaking solemnity of his final Requiem. Whether it is the playful charm of Papageno's aria or the sublime tranquility of the Piano Concerto No. 23, each track has been carefully curated to showcase a legacy that remains as vivid today as it was over two centuries ago.

Three CDs. Hit the road with The Best Car Songs In The World... EVER! - The #1s Collection, a fantastic 3CD set bringing together 66 chart-topping classics from the 60s through to the 90s. Packed with timeless singalongs and some of the most recognisable songs ever recorded, this is the perfect soundtrack for every journey. CD1 celebrates the golden age of pop with legendary hits including The Beach Boys' 'Good Vibrations', The Animals' 'House Of The Rising Sun', Dusty Springfield's 'You Don't Have To Say You Love Me' and Elvis Presley's 'It's Now Or Never'. Motown favourites from The Supremes and Four Tops sit alongside enduring classics from Gerry & The Pacemakers, The Everly Brothers and Scott McKenzie. Tammy Wynette's number 1 'Stan by Your Man' ushers in the disc closing run of 70s chart-toppers including Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree and 'Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs' from Brian & Michael. CD2 features a stellar lineup of 70s smashers plus a couple of early 80s gems, kicking off with iconic chart-toppers with Blondie's 'Heart Of Glass', The Jam's 'Going Underground' and Pretenders' 'Brass In Pocket'. The hits continue with 'Video Killed The Radio Star' from The Buggles and favourites 'Uptown Top Ranking' by Althea & Donna and 'Brown Girl In The Ring' from Boney M. Disco classics feature throughout, including Gloria Gaynor's 'I Will Survive' and Baccara's 'Yes Sir, I Can Boogie', plus soul classics including The Three Degrees 'When Will I See You Again', Commodores' 'Three Times A Lady' alongside glam-pop favourites from Bay City Rollers, Mud and Sweet. To close the disc, we have Harry Nilsson's timeless 'Without You' and The Flying Pickets 1983 chart-topper 'Only You'. CD3 is loaded with some of the biggest hits of the 80s and 90s, opening with Duran Duran's 'The Reflex' and continuing with unforgettable synth-pop anthems from Soft Cell and The Human League ahead of Culture Club, Spandau Ballet and Frankie Goes To Hollywood. Enduring pop classics from Dead or Alive, Adam Ant and Bucks Fizz lead into power pop favourites from Belinda Carlisle and Bonnie Tyler. The disc concludes with a run of 90s essentials from Gabrielle, UB40, Take That, Wet Wet Wet and Whitney Houston's 'I Will Always Love You'.

Ludovico Einaudi returns with 'The Summer Portraits: Live.' Recorded live in London at the Royal Albert Hall in 2025, this new collection includes favorites from The Summer Portraits as well as much-loved classics such as "I Giorni," "Nuvole Bianche" and "Experience." Pressed on transparent blue & transparent pink color vinyl, 2LP.

Mark Kaplan has long been recognised as one of the world's leading violinists. His career spans decades and a discography of more than forty-five recordings. Here, for the first time on record, he is joined in Brahms's three violin sonatas by his son, pianist David Kaplan, himself an artist of growing international presence and critical acclaim. Brahms's three violin sonatas provide a natural meeting point for this unique collaboration between father and son, shaped by the close and equal dialogue between violin and piano. Together, they trace a path from the inward lyricism of the G major Sonata, Op. 78, through the warmth of the A major, Op. 100, to the darker, more dramatic world of the D minor Sonata, Op. 108, whose finale ranks among Brahms's most powerful chamber works.

Marking the fifth anniversary of Bernard Haitink's passing, Decca is proud to present the third and final limited-edition box set in a series that began with the landmark Concertgebouw Orchestra edition and continued with the London recordings. The focus of this edition is Bernard Haitink's recordings with three of the world's leading orchestras: the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Berliner Philharmoniker and the Wiener Philharmoniker. Also included are recordings of Mahler and Poulenc with the European Community Youth Orchestra, Fidelio from Dresden (with Jessye Norman,) and from the early stereo years, a partnership with David Oistrakh coupling Mozart with Stravinsky. Most intriguing perhaps, is music by Turnage recorded with the Chicago Symphony. This 31-CD set features the original jackets and a booklet with insightful notes by Andrew Stewart.

Captured in the acoustic brilliance of Berlin's Philharmonie in 1974, these recordings represent the pinnacle of the Herbert von Karajan era with the Berliner Philharmoniker. They showcase Wagnerian highlights delivered with the conductor's trademark: a seamless blend of orchestral precision and lush, dramatic intensity. From the yearning, transcendent arcs of Tristan und Isolde's Prelude and Liebestod to the brassy, ceremonial grandeur of Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg, Karajan commands a staggering dynamic range. Originally released on His Master's Voice, these performances remain definitive benchmarks for their sonic opulence and the unparalleled virtuosity of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Limited edition on yellow ReVinyl - each 100% recycled PVC disc boasts a unique aesthetic, ensuring it is a one-of-a-kind piece.

NOW Music proudly presents the next release in the 'ERA' series with NOW That's What I Call An Era: One More Time: 1996-2007, celebrating the explosion of pure pop that dominated the charts in the late '90s and the first years of the new millennium Pressed across three stunning coloured vinyl LPs - pink, blue and green - this collection brings together 48 tracks showcasing the biggest stars, unforgettable singalongs and defining hits from one of pop's most successful eras.

This new recording from Finnish pianist Juho Pohjonen follows Ravel across more than two decades, from the youthful Menuet antique to the wartime reflections of Le Tombeau de Couperin, revealing a composer whose voice remained unmistakably his own even as it evolved. Pohjonen explores Ravel's fascination with history, literature and illusion, as ancient dances are transformed through a modern harmonic language, fountains shimmer into life in Jeux d'eau, and Gaspard de la nuit pushes the piano to it's expressive and technical limits in three haunting musical visions inspired by Aloysius Bertrand. Recorded on a Bosendorfer concert grand at the Liszt-Zentrum Raiding, this is Pohjonen's second solo recording for Orchid Classics, following Visionaries of the Keyboard, and presents a portrait of Ravel that looks beyond impressionistic surface to reveal a composer of structural clarity, wit and emotional restraint

Exotica showcases the boundary-pushing creativity of composer Mauricio Kagel, one of the most influential figures in avant-garde and experimental music. Challenging traditional musical conventions, the work explores unconventional instrumentation, theatrical elements, and innovative sonic textures, highlighting Kagel's unique vision and enduring impact on contemporary classical music.

On her new album for Deutsche Grammophon, Philip Glass: For Cello, Camille Thomas honors the composer's 90th birthday with a personal tribute. Inspired by Glass's cello concertos, the album reimagines rare works, iconic film music, and selected ?tudes, revealing the emotional depth and hypnotic beauty of his musical language.

OLIVER COATES / HISTORY SOUND - O.S.T Decca presents the soundtrack to the 2025 film, The History of Sound. Composed and produced by cellist Oliver Coates, the 27-track album features traditional American roots music with vocal and musical contributions from folk artist Sam Amidon and lead actors Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor.

Friendship Survival Guide brings together the evocative talents of Adam Wiltzie and the late Johann Johannsson in a deeply atmospheric and emotionally resonant collaboration. Combining ambient drones, cinematic textures, and minimalist beauty, the album creates an immersive listening experience that reflects both artists' shared gift for crafting expansive and moving soundscapes.

Hyperion presents Mozart: The Complete Violin Sonatas in a 10-CD collection, featuring Alina Ibragimova and Cedric Tiberghien in a celebrated cycle recorded between 2014 and 2016. Composed between his childhood years and the full maturity of his Viennese period, the violin sonatas chart the profound transformation not only in Mozart but in chamber music itself. The very earliest of them are essentially keyboard sonatas with violin accompaniment and were his first published works. By contrast, the mature works display a continuous dialog of equals between the instruments. Thus, they chart his growth from child wonder to fully fledged genius. The production team of Andrew Keener and engineer Simon Eadon assisted Alina and Cedric to illuminate the character of each of these 37 violin sonatas, while revealing the larger narrative that connects them across Mozart's compositional life.

Morgan Freeman / Chineke! Orchestra / Martin Gellner -"Morgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues Experience" A contemporary blues album performed by Chineke! Orchestra, narrated by Morgan Freeman, and conducted by Martin Gellner, who created all the new arrangements for this project. Recorded between the world-class recording studios: Royal Studios in Memphis, Tennessee, and Abbey Road, this album weaves together powerful cinematic storytelling with live blues and orchestral performances, collaborating with Grammy Award-winning producers, and blues performers. Producers include Lawrence "Boo" Mitchell, a Grammy Award-winning engineer, producer, composer, award-winning movie producer, and owner of Royal Studios in Memphis. He received the 2016 Record of the Year Grammy for "Uptown Funk" and was instrumental in producing the Academy Award-winning soundtrack, Sinners. Performers on this album include the Ground Zero Blues Club Band, Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo' and Shemekia Copeland.