Mozart - Ah, qual gelido orror...Il padre adorato (from Idomeneo)

Smart, sophisticated and opinionated, Anne Sofie von Otter has become a star by doing exactly what she wants — Opera News More…

With each composer’s work prefaced by an overture or sinfonia, the programme gives the impression of three micro-operas. Gluck’s Che puro ciel from Orfeo ed Euridice makes a moving impression...A... — MusicWeb International More…

each comes across fully formed, assured in recitative, rhythmically alert, skilful in phrasing...a distinctive musical personality is evident throughout, supporting by first-rate 'period' accompaniment. — BBC Music Magazine, April 2010, 3 out of 5 stars More…

Kozena's voice is silvery but lacks power in coloratura arias by Mozart and Myslivecek. Tender Gluck in a fascinating collection. — BBC Music Magazine, December 2012, 3 out of 5 stars More…

It's a fiercely taxing selection...In technical terms, and particularly in his outstandingly idiomatic Italian enunciation, Ovenden proves complete master of his chosen repertory...For some... — BBC Music Magazine, October 2011, 4 out of 5 stars More…