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DRAM Albums Receive Special Recognition

Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2008

Two albums from DRAM partner Cedille Records have received special recognition for their quality.

Renowned Times music critic Allan Kozinn selected Cedille Record #108 Oppens plays Carter as one of the year's most strongly recommended classical releases, offering the highest praise to pianist Ursula Oppens for her interpretation of Elliott Carter's solo piano works in honor of the centenary of Carter's birth. 

To listen to the album, click here: Oppens Plays Carter

To read the full article, click here: New York Times Holiday Gift Guide - Classical Music

Cedille Records #103 String Poetic - American Works: A 21st Century Perspective was nominated for a Grammy Award for "Best Chamber Performance" this year. The album features works for duo by Jennifer Higdon, Carl Ruggles, Lou Harrison and John Adams, featuring violinist Jennifer Koh and pianist Reiko Uchida.

To listen to the album, click here: String Poetic - American Works: A 21st Century Perspective