“Perfectly attuned to each other, Becker and Macedonio deliver interpretations that are neither impetuous nor rushed, introspective and profound, emphasising the music’s lyrical dimension and allowing it to flow naturally.”
Mariano Acero Ruilópez, Scherzo Magazine 2024
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“A particularly convincing vision, where the two musicians distinguish themselves in their dialogue by their mutual understanding, their ample gesture and their fluid breathing reminiscent at times of the ancient version of Wieland Kuijken and Gustav Leonhardt, with princely phrasing … Magnificent in any case, listening to this new Channel release remains highly recommended.”
Pierre Yves Lascar / Qobuz Magazine 2021
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“Even for Bach admirers, these are not pieces which instantly give up their secrets, but for the patient listener, there are considerable rewards. It is harder to imagine them performed with more subtle musicianship than by Marie Stockmarr Becker and Ilaria Macedonio.”
Barry Forshaw / CD Choice 2021
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“Listening reveals an extraordinary understanding and complicity. A subtly refined musicality that persuades and arouses admiration.”
S.F. Allegrini / Perugia Today 2022
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