Illuminations, Dances & Poems (CR039)
Review by American Record Guide
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Trumpeter Lovegrave has a big and stable sound that never becomes strident. Fine playing by organist Moore, and good recorded balance between the two. For some almost-too-big-ness, read these flowery and effusive notes. Notes also include complete specifications for the organ of St Thomas Cathedral in Portsmouth, England.
Barry Kilpatrick, American Record Guide, 9th August 2018
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