The Strad, November 2009
"These performances rarely disappoint...The Cienniwas are uncomplicated, instinctive musicians with a sure technical command, sound stylistic sense and a remarkable musical rapport. They play the jubilant concertant-like second movement of BWV1027 and the spirited opening Vivace of BWV1029 with vivid characterization, exhilarating spontaneity and all the requisite verve and drive, and their reading of the central Adagio of BWV1029 is poignant and profoundly expressive. Their inspired inclusion...of aria arrangements from two of Bach's cantatas sets this disc apart from most of its competitors."
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"These performances rarely disappoint...The Cienniwas are uncomplicated, instinctive musicians with a sure technical command, sound stylistic sense and a remarkable musical rapport. They play the jubilant concertant-like second movement of BWV1027 and the spirited opening Vivace of BWV1029 with vivid characterization, exhilarating spontaneity and all the requisite verve and drive, and their reading of the central Adagio of BWV1029 is poignant and profoundly expressive. Their inspired inclusion...of aria arrangements from two of Bach's cantatas sets this disc apart from most of its competitors."
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