Michael Cookson of MusicWeb International has a new review for the Poulenc Trio’s new Trains of Thought recording:
“Written especially for the Poulenc Trio, Viet Cuong’s Trains of Thought gives this album its name and is a world premiere recording. Californian born Cuong conceived the score as part of a multimedia work combining music and an animated film, which accompanied its première. An undemanding and enjoyable work with much energy and a sense of
forward momentum, it’s easy to imagine railway journeys on a steam train through changing landscapes.… The qualities and challenges of their double-reed instruments are expertly surmounted by Poulenc Trio. Eminently stylish and alert performances combine with a convincing communication of the character of the works. Recorded at Earl and Darielle Linehan Concert Hall,
—Michael Cookson, MusicWeb InternationalUniversity of Maryland the players have been captured quite closely with brightness, clarity and attractive tone.… These are superbly performed works for oboe, bassoonand piano by the talented Poulenc Trio. I’m delighted to have the opportunity of adding this Delos recording to my chamber music collection.”
See the full review on MusicWeb-International.com
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