John Lanchbery - Ketelbey - In A Persian Market... May 2026

: Exceptional dynamic range and instrumental separation.

: The opening "camel tread" is steady and purposeful, avoiding the sluggishness found in lesser recordings.

💿 Review: Ketèlbey’s "In a Persian Market" John Lanchbery - Ketelbey - In a Persian Market...

Lanchbery manages to strip away the "kitsch" often associated with Ketèlbey. He approaches the music with rather than irony, making it feel like a grand, lush tone poem. It is arguably the definitive modern recording for those who appreciate British light music at its most evocative.

John Lanchbery brings a master’s touch to Albert Ketèlbey’s most famous "oriental phantasy." Originally composed in 1920, this piece often walks a fine line between charming exotica and dated cliché. However, Lanchbery’s interpretation elevates the material through meticulous orchestral control. 🎼 Performance Highlights : Exceptional dynamic range and instrumental separation

: Fans of light classical, 20th-century British conductors, and atmospheric program music.

: The woodwinds shine here, capturing the "shimmering" heat of the marketplace with vibrant clarity. ⚖️ The Verdict He approaches the music with rather than irony,

: The male chorus (the beggars) is balanced perfectly—audible and atmospheric without overpowering the strings.