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"... it’s good to see the release of this recording ... conducted by Jean Thorel, the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong is superlative throughout ... (Petri) is completely at home in this repertoire." - The WholeNote "... one of the best CDs of recorder music that I have ever heard ... (Petri) has given a superb performance ... the City Chamber Orchestra has contributed a sympathetic accompaniment ... an enjoyable CD that is well played and features a diverse programme ... essential listening for enthusiasts of recorder music ... sound quality is excellent ... I will turn to this recording to enjoy (Jacob’s Suite) on many occasions." - MusicWeb International "What a lovely disc this is! ... the recorders are accompanied by a delicate orchestra ... as the movement titles suggest, this is elfin, magical music ... I have to confess it: I’ve loved every Michala Petri CD that has come my way and it is too late to turn back now. She offers proof, if proof were needed, that the recorder transcends its schoolhouse associations by producing sounds that are both uncommonly plangent and sweet ... Harvey’s concerto is a most enjoyable discovery ..." - Fanfare The recorder has been part of Western music for more than 700 years, during which time it has enjoyed a particularly special relationship with the composers and musicians of England. On this album, recorder virtuoso Michala Petri showcases three generations of English composers who have embraced the instrument, making significant contributions to the repertoire in the process. The programme includes the world premiere of Richard Harvey’s Concerto Incantato and the only available recording of Malcolm Arnold’s Recorder Concerto. Petri is backed wonderfully by the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong under Jean Thorel.