photo: Juliana Soltis

Each week, PARMA has the pleasure of presenting powerful works by our artists and seeing the positive impact that they have on listeners. Read on for a selection of what the press had to say about the latest releases from Navona and Albany Records.

WAYS YOU WENT

“the ensemble is virtually unrivaled in adding new works to the choral repertoire and performing them to the artistic hilt.”

Gramophone on WAYS YOU WENT by The Crossing

AMERICAN WOMAN

“The overall tone is overwhelming, romantic, expressive, as fierce and energetic as it is tender and delicate.”

Sonograma on AMERICAN WOMAN by Juliana Soltis

SYMPHONY NO. 1

“attractive… an exciting and colorful interpretation at a high level.”

Pizzicato on SYMPHONY NO. 1 by Gustav Hoyer

POLYGLOT

“pluralist programming that strives for – and often reaches – fascinating heights.”

I Care If You Listen on POLYGLOT by Eric Schultz

VOICES FROM THE OTHER SIDE

“an enriching, rewarding collection of poignant pieces.”

Review Graveyard on VOICES FROM THE OTHER SIDE by Margi Griebling-Haigh

HOLIDAY JOY

HOLIDAY JOY by Essential Voices USA featured on ASCAP’s “New Music Friday” playlist.

DASHING VOL. 5

“a warm touch of the holidays… pleasant and cozy.”

Classical Music Sentinel on DASHING VOL. 5 from Navona Records

ESFAHÂN

“ESFAHÂN is tailor-made for anyone hungry for a heady fusion of Persian and Western classical forms.”

Textura on ESFAHÂN by Reza Vali