Superb musicians on period and reproduction instruments who are definitely worth battling a cyclone to see.
…a lesson rich in history as told in music. The playing, polished with an instinctive understanding of each other, was beautifully balanced, technically impressive and cohesive.
“This is a disc that serves as an eloquent reminder that there are few more rewarding experiences than an hour or so spent in Haydn’s company.”
★★★★½ “With musical values running cheek by jowl with engineering excellence, one can but hope this debut is part of a multiple-album deal.”
“This is an outstanding recording of enticing repertoire, played brilliantly and in style.”
“They have much to reveal about the works, and are a terrific document of the musical prowess of the individuals that make up this fine ensemble.”
Clive Brown:
… the ensemble very convincingly engages with modern research into classical bow-strokes and articulation. These characteristics set their performances apart from all other recordings of early nineteenth-century repertoire known to me.
★★★½☆ “A smart, musically rich programme played with passion.”
★★★★☆ AHE takes a sultry stroll through Boccherini's nocturnal goings on.
“The Australian Haydn Ensemble is garnering an iconic reputation as one of Australia’s best chamber music performers.”
The Australian Haydn Ensemble play faultlessly and they work together so well, whether it’s in this or a larger format.
“Precision and clarity were present in Mozart’s Symphony No.29 in A K.201 which began the concert.”
★★★★★ “If the Ensemble can maintain its high aspirations and trajectory of artistic growth, it looks poised to provide many years of Enlightenment.”
“Clearly these musicians have a great depth of scholarship and performed on instruments from the time the music was composed.”
“This was a special night for the Australian Haydn Ensemble (AHE) and a special treat for the audience.”
“How wonderful a chamber ensemble can sound in a smaller auditorium – each voice clearly heard and yet filling the room with one ravishing voice as the sun set over glorious Sydney Harbour!”
“A concert experience with the Australian Haydn Ensemble (AHE) is one where the carefully and creatively structured programme both delights and educates.”
This performance for one concert only was a fine interpretive collaboration between the two groups with vocal soloists.
“The Ensemble has a virtuosic provenance and its members are drawn from other distinguished orchestras and ensembles around the world.”