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These transcriptions are fascinating not only historically; they provide a very interesting take on contemporary performance practice.
Batiste’s Grande sortie on the finale of Beethoven’s Ninth…will sound incredibly but captivatingly strange to anyone who knows the original. One of the most fascinating aspects of Batiste’s transcriptions is that he indicated very detailed registrations, including a superabundant use of the Tremulant, which is the organist’s equivalent to vibrato. It’s everywhere, even to the point where the instrument sounds like a theremin or Hammond organ.
…Innocenzi is a splendid player who clearly seems to be enjoying himself in this very enjoyable music. Even Batiste’s original compositions…are unfailingly colorful and tuneful. We can only be grateful to Innocenzi and the folks at Aeolus for reviving this neglected repertoire niche, and presenting it to us in a superbly engineered, intelligently annotated project. For serious collectors and Beethoven fans, this is essential listening. © 2012 ClassicsToday.com Read complete review