Melba’s reviews tell a story – the delight with which our artists and repertoire have been embraced internationally.
Reviews
Shostakovich: Symphony No 10
01/05/2011
Fanfare (US)
"Don’t let the fact that there is a 'Youth Orchestra' involved here put you off. This is a first-rate performance ...” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/05/2011
The Australian (Australia)
“These are extraordinarily compelling and musically very satisfying reinterpretations of Stravinsky's music” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/04/2011
Limelight Magazine (Australia)
“Timothy Young’s accompaniment is sensitively varied ...Chen emerges triumphant in pathos” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/04/2011
Music Web International (UK)
"An outstandingly well played and well recorded recital of enjoyable pieces. Another winner from Melba" More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/04/2011
BBC Music Magazine (UK)
"...a virtuoso display ...violin playing of the highest order ... always time for the music to unfold, even at speed." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
04/03/2011
Readings (Australia)
"Diversions is a Classical CDs celebration of Stravinsky’s stunning chamber music, showing off Chen’s flawless technique with rounded tone" More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
09/02/2011
The Classical Review (US)
" Delve into his inner musical heart by checking out this magnificent disc; I defy anyone not to be profoundly moved." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
09/01/2011
Audiophile Audition (US)
"A very attractive recital of Stravinsky’s “on tour” violin and piano music, easy on the ears and very digestible" More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
29/12/2010
The Sunday Age (Australia)
"Ray Chen is wonderfully natural in these delightful Stravinsky miniatures... Chen is vivid, vital and pointed yet spacious and tender..." More...
Beloved of the Gods
27/12/2010
Audiophilia (Canada)
"...wonderful music, finely played, superbly recorded and lavishly presented – what are you waiting for?!" More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
19/12/2010
Daily Classical Music (New Zealand)
“Chen plays these always intriguing works with a refreshing naturalness and the rapport between both performers is never in doubt.” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
02/12/2010
The Age Green Guide (Australia)
“Chen revels in the energy, passion and humour of the folkloric world, giving a mercurial account of the Russian Dance". More...
Volupté
01/12/2010
The Classical Review (UK)
“This collection of premieres... made one marvel at ...the imagination, courage and achievement of Melba in recording them...” More...
Volupté
01/12/2010
Audiophilia (Canada)
"(Roger Benedict and Timothy Young) give a flawless account of these works, attracting glowing plaudits from the specialist press." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/12/2010
4MBS (Australia)
"Stravinsky’s music provides Chen with an opportunity to demonstrate a talent for vivid musical storytelling” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
11/11/2010
Classique News (France)
"Here is the accomplished result of two subtle, spirited artists who play with admirable musicality." More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
01/11/2010
ALL MUSIC (US)
"Chen and Young are a delightfully spontaneous and effective duo, and their debut on Melba promises them a bright future." More...
Volupté
01/10/2010
The Journal of the Canadian Viola Society (Canada)
“What a delight to discover this new CD! Both players... are excellent musicians as well as technicians” More...
Stravinsky: Diversions
26/09/2010
Wesley Classics
Ray Chen is truly a virtuoso of the old school. More...
The Galant Bassoon
01/09/2010
Fanfare (USA)
"...phenomenal technique. His playing is elegant, his breath control amazing. Da Costa and Boersma are equal partners" More...