A little Mozart today featuring the talents of Harry Blech with the London Mozart Players. I believe this RCA Bluebird was recorded in the early 50's during the first years of the LMP. It is probably one of the first Mozart symphony records by a smaller ensemble and it is a good one. Sensible tempos, a collegial approach and an esprit de corps mark this stylish lp.
Harry Blech was a very popular and sought after musician in his day. He appeared to have been a generally well liked man, respected for his musicianship and he was sought after by many as a chamber music partner or orchestral collaborator. Such was his popularity that he brought together many of the best musicians in London to form the LMP, which was done on a shoestring and a promise. Musicians sought to work with Blech because he treated everyone as a colleague, in the best sense of the word.
I like this record because it is free from ego or willfullness. It is music presented on its own terms by collaborative musicians who collectively believe in the product and want to do their best for that reason alone. In a word, refreshing and wonderful!
Happily, the LMP is still going strong after all these years.
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