Dave Lampson writes:

>I'm actually hoping CPO continues to bring us more Macfarren, such as
>the late symphonies, or even perhaps a sampling of his 18 string quartets.

Being a string quartet fan, I'd definitely buy a Macfarren disc covering
this area.  I often find that I appreciate a composer's string quartets
and other chamber works more than the orchestral variety.

Although I previously indicated that I was not very pleased with the
CPO Macfarren disc of symphonies, I haven't yet put it in my "might never
listen again" closet.  It is in a "prime listening" area, so I'll give it
a another hearing or two.  Sometimes, going back to a recording after a
break of a few months (or years) is very rewarding.

Don Satz
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