Don't bother with this one
09/16/2000
(1 out of 5 stars)
"Unless you're a diehard Ofra Harnoy fan, this CD isn't for you. Harnoy performs Corelli, Mozart and Bruch in exactly the same style, with little consideration for the somewhat different playing practices employed by each composer. Obviously she is technically able to play all of these difficult pieces; but it's a varied selection, and Harnoy's playing shows little of the stylistically varied playing required by it. Her tone is consistently forced, almost pulling the double stops out of tune, as though fortissimo were an exercise in breaking soundposts. The organ adds little; one feels an orchestra might provide a more satisfying accompaniment. In summary, go listen to some Anner Bylsma for a refreshing change!"