Ippolitov-Ivanov - Caucasian Sketches Op. 10

On this recording the 'Sabre Dance' from Gayaneh bursts into the room with explosive impetus and bite. The Sabre dancers are closely followed by the young maidens who come in as if the sabres... — Gramophone Classical Music Guide, 2010 More…

The performances are well judged, with some excellent playing of the all-important wind instruments. — Gramophone Magazine More…