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Schubert: Schwanengesang D.957 / 7 Lieder

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This is generally a gentle treatment, nothing is showy and you can dream to this interpretation.
Holzmair may not have a timbre that sends shivers up your spine (on record at least) but the perfect taste and great cohesion with the pianist mean that you can listen to this record over and over again.
Holzmair does really give a dramatic interpretation to der Doppelganger, but this is built up carefully, so you dont get the impression he's suddenly decided to scream.
All in all first rate.

This is a superb performance. Holzmair gives a heart felt and intelligent rendering of the "Schwanengesang" cycle. His handsome voice shines through, just enough sadness where it matters, just enough tact and lightness when apropriate. Imogen Cooper gives the right support, and one has the distinct impression that the piano and the singer do listen to each other and depend from each other. As it should be of course, but it is always nice to check. A perfect recording for a restful evening.

Holzmair and Cooper are a wonderful team. The songs are beautifully rendered with great art and feeling. The accompaniment by Cooper is remarkable.