Reynaldo Hahn - Reynaldo Hahn: Chamber Music & Song, Vol. 1 (LP)

Plunge into the enchanting world of Reynaldo Hahn's lesser-known chamber music with this captivating album, released on Champs Hill Records. Comprising a blend of piano quartets, quintets, songs, and a nocturne, this collection showcases Hahn's versatility and mastery of classical piano compositions. The album features the Piano Quartet No. 3 in G Major, with its lively Allegro moderato and Allegro assai movements, as well as the evocative Piano Quintet in F-Sharp Minor, which includes the intense Molto agitato e con fuoco and the serene Andante, non troppo lento. Vocal pieces like "À Chloris" and "Si mes vers avaient des ailes" add a lyrical touch, while "Vocalise-Étude" and "Nocturne in E-Flat-Major" offer moments of introspection. This recording, spanning 71 minutes, is a delightful exploration of Hahn's musical genius, performed by James Baillieu and friends, and is a must-listen for enthusiasts of classical piano music.