After two years, it's time for an update to the In Rotation intro. Ever since TSR started in August 2004, a good number of the albums I've listened to have been logged in the In
Rotation list to the left. I usually include only the records that have been played beginning to end; single tracks don't count, and the list is not comprehensive. Each month's listening is then compiled into a single post.
This past August was an unusual month for listening, because for 10 days straight I didn't listen to anything except the St. Matthew Passion, in a desperate attempt to cram the whole thing into my brain for some unanticipated performances. My reference recording of choice was the McCreesh, because with one on a part all the counterpoint was refreshingly clearer than any of the choral recordings I had. And I have to say, having spent so much time hearing it done that way has made me a convert. The clarity and buoyancy is more effective, more affecting, and more satisfying.
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