11 June 2009 – Linn Records announces five new CD collections, available throughout June 2009, at more than 50% off.
These collections provide an ideal opportunity to explore some new artists and music for an unbeatable price. The collections feature albums selected from across the Linn Records catalogue and represent a diverse range of repertoire, artists and styles. Any one of these five collections will provide a great starting point for new collectors or broaden existing collections.
Choose from the following limited edition collections:
SACD: Complete Collection – a feast of sound and artistry featuring award-winning performances from world-renowned artists. Enjoy thrillingly alive performances of Bartok and Kodaly from the multi award-winning team of Sir Charles Mackerras and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Singer/songwriters Fiona MacKenzie, Ian Shaw and Judith Owen perform captivating original compositions drawing on their heritage and musical roots. Soloists George-Emmanuel Lazaridis (piano), Pamela Thorby (recorder) and Martin Taylor (guitar) demonstrate why they are considered virtuoso performers.
Classical: Choice Collection – features contemporary repertoire performed by Hebrides Ensemble and David Paul Jones Ensemble, specialist repertoire performed by violinist Rodolfo Richter and mainstream repertoire (with a twist!) performed by the irrepressibly joyful Palladian Ensemble. Enjoy the rich choral sound of Magnificat and the vocal artistry of soprano Emma Bell. The Scottish Chamber Orchestra performs Sibelius Theatre Music, a recording which was praised for its « state of the art sonics ». Soloists Pamela Thorby (recorder) and Maximiliano Martin (clarinet) dazzle with their virtuosic technique and beautiful tone in impressive recitals.
Jazz: Choice Collection – includes recordings by two recipients of the coveted BBC Best Jazz Vocalist Award: Claire Martin and Ian Shaw. Saxophonist Tommy Smith delivers an album devoted to original blues, ringing the changes between funky shuffles, dreamy smooches and raunchy bustles whilst world-renowned guitarist Martin Taylor evokes the spirit of Django Reinhardt in his critically acclaimed album. Enjoy singer Fiona Mackenzie‘s debut album of Celtic-flavoured original songs and Anam‘s modern mix of drum ‘n’ bass and traditional folk. Legendary jazz singer Carol Kidd adds a classy touch to American Songbook standards on her bestselling album « Nice Work ».
Classical: Exclusive Collection – featuring bestselling artists and critically acclaimed albums of popular and specialist repertoire. Discover the beautifully clear sound of The American Boychoir, the passion and technical mastery of pianist George-Emmanuel Lazaridis, the pure and expressive voice of tenor James Gilchrist and much, much more. Enjoy diverse repertoire such as Liszt, Haydn, Finzi, Couperin and Vivaldi by esteemed performers such as the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and the seven-times Diapason d’Or award-winning Palladian Ensemble.
Jazz: Exclusive Collection – specially chosen from Linn’s extensive catalogue encompassing the finest vocal and instrumental talent. Enjoy Judith Owen‘s self-penned songs, the peerless phrasing of Sinatra favourite Carol Kidd and the blues-tinged voice of Jon Strong. Featuring a veritable who’s who of UK jazz, including the legendary vocalist Claire Martin in a winning partnership with Sir Richard Rodney Bennett and world-class guitarist Martin Taylor. Folk stalwart Ian Bruce performs an enticing selection of Robert Burns songs including jigs, reels and sprightly instrumental numbers.
