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Jonathan Ellis wrote:
>This is not the first time in recent weeks that a list member has
>seen fit to trash Marriner. It is a pity that we should stoop to such
>measures. Marriner is a fine musician who has done much excellent work,
>both in the concert hall and the recording studio. That he does not appeal
>to everybody on the list is regrettable, but no excuse for such unjust -
>and unfounded - remarks. If we are going to be critical - let us at least
>try to be constructive. A blanket condemnation does little to promote
>informed debate.
I have to second this. My own comment was aimed at a single specific
recording of his which I didn't care for. I think I made that clear. In
any case, yes, Marriner has made a lot of fine recordings over the years.
I have enjoyed many many of his baroque recordings over the years. (I have
no problem with modern instruments: in fact, I generally prefer them). He
may not be my first choice in post-classical repertoire, but I've enjoyed
much of his work here as well.
Roger Hecht
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