Move Records Australian classical music, est. 1968

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The Other Side of Tony Gould

Tony Gould is best known for his improvising, mostly in the jazz world. This CD presents his classical side.

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The Well-Tempered Clavier: Books 1 and 2

Distinguished Australian pianist and harpsichordist Judith Lambden presents the complete J.S. Bach – The Well-Tempered Clavier, Books I & II (BWV 846–893) a 5-CD set which was recorded over a period of nine years.

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My Heart

Pianist Danaë Killian presents an expressionist collection of works by mostly Australian composers.

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Bards of Faith and Passion

Jim Minchin has set music to a collection of poems by various writers, at play or at odds with eternity: lyrics by soul poets over the centuries.

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Shifting Landscapes

Shifting Landscapes is a compelling new album from Australian flautist Kathryn Moorhead, charting the evolving sound world of the flute through contemporary works that extend the instrument beyond its traditional boundaries.

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Homegrown

Themes of nature, motherhood, and a profound spiritual connection to place pervade Homegrown — a luminous new recording of art song performed by soprano Rebecca Cassidy and pianist Alex Raineri, featuring works by Australian women composers.

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True Romantics

In True Romantics, two of Australia’s most accomplished musicians, clarinettist Philip Arkinstall and pianist Kristian Chong, bring new light and lyrical warmth to Brahms’s Clarinet Sonatas, Op.120, and Clara Schumann’s Three Romances, Op.22 (here transcribed for clarinet by Roger Young).

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Bach to China with Yu

This is volume 3 of Julian Yu's clarinet music performed by Robert Schubert and ensemble.

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Flute Perspectives 4

Renowned Australian flautist Derek Jones returns with Flute Perspectives 4, the fourth volume in his celebrated series, released by Move Records. This latest instalment showcases the dynamic range and expressive potential of the flute across an exciting collection of contemporary Australian compositions.

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War Sonatas

Three piano sonatas composed by Michael Kieran Harvey on the theme of war in the 21st century. Poetry written and spoken by Arjun von Caemmerer is heard between the sonatas.

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A thousand beautiful and graceful inventions

Subtitled 'The glorious age of medieval and renaissance canons', this is a program of late Middle Ages and Early Modern Era choral music. The university of Queensland Chamber Singers are directed by Graeme Morton. The illustrated 20-page booklet accompanying this CD includes detailed program notes by Denis Collins and Jason Stoessel as well as complete texts.

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Through Tropical Stars

David Joseph’s Through Tropical Stars is a captivating collection of five works inspired by the natural world. From the vibrant, garden-like imagery of Concertino to the contemplative stillness of The Afternoon, Joseph’s compositions bring nature’s textures, patterns, and sounds to life.

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Dreaming in the Sand

From Robbie James comes a classical piece, his String Quintet No. 3 in nine movements, performed live by Bentley String Quintet at New Benner Theatre in Brisbane. It visualises the early stages of colonisation through a dream of a nation founded on inclusivity. This enduring dream continues to shape Australia today.

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Gold

The Australian Chamber Choir performs works by eight Australian composers. Douglas Lawrence directs a program of pure gold.

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Crossing Paths

Ensemble Liaison and the Tony Gould Trio alternate from one track to the next, presenting first the original score of each piece followed by an improvised version of the music.

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Keys to Heaven

This recording by the Australian Chamber Choir starts with a work composed in 18th century Venice by an orphan of the Ospedale della Pietà, and reconstructed by Elizabeth Anderson. Works by Palestrina, and Allegri are also featured.

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Nordic Moods & Baroque Echoes

This recording is a collaboration between Duo Langborn/Wendel & The Marais Project. It is a blend baroque music, original compositions and arrangements, as well as folk music from both Australia and Sweden.

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Lachlan Brown Chamber Works

Lachlan Brown’s Chamber Works contains an hour of beautiful and relaxing music for his favourite instruments and chamber ensembles: piano, harp, organ, violin, cello and string quartet.

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Threnody

This new edition of Michael Kieran Harvey's Threnody CD was originally released in 1995 by Astra. It received glowing reviews then, and greatly deserves fresh exposure. It contains premiere recordings of works by Michael Kieran Harvey, Carl Vine, Stuart Campbell, John McCaughey, Andrew Byrne, Keith Humble, and James Anderson.

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The Sparrow and the Mead Hall

Composed and (mostly) performed by Michael Kieran Harvey these works range in style from the extended techniques and rarefied atmosphere of Piano Sonata #7 to the more traditional romanticism of Liszt and Busoni in the Four Ballades, to the entertaining bebop language of Lawyers… and the strident metal-influenced satire of Death Cap Mushroom.

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Shichiseki

This CD brings together collaborations between Japanese violinist Miwako Abe (Pollard, Okamoto), Melbourne cellist Alister Barker (Pertout) and MKH, with solos especially written for him by Gabriella Vici and Andrian Pertout. The title Shichiseki is from the duo violin and piano work by Japanese composer Kanako Okamoto and is the Japanese Star Festival held on 7th July, coincidentally MKH’s birthday.

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Where have you been all these years?

Capturing the joy of shared music-making, this sublime new release from Claire Patti (vocal/harp), Louise Godwin (cello), and Tony Gould (piano) is a tribute to musical friendship and admiration.

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Evenings with the French Horn

Mark Papworth (natural and valved horns) and Rosa Scaffidi (piano) perform music by Berlioz and Blanc. This CD features repertoire that highlights two different types of horns used in France in the late 19th century.

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Night Thoughts

During the long still nights of the Covid pandemic, pianist Len Vorster, well-known as a thoughtful accompanist, spent most of his evenings listening to a wide array of music ranging from Schumann to Copland. He also spent a lot of time thinking about the music. These ruminations developed into the wide ranging, fascinating and beautiful program of 15 deep-rooted works.

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Bach Piano 2

More Bach keyboard works performed on piano by Judith Lambden. Reviewer Toby Wong praised her first volume: '[Lambden’s] exceptional artistry … creates a compelling and vibrant musical narrative.'

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Trying to remember what I chose to forget

Works for violin, viola and cello, and piano by composer Frank Millward are an exploration of the way we choose to listen, process and subsequently remember.

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Contra

Contra Guitar Duo’s debut recording showcases its musical personality and the elements they most enjoy about playing as a duo - lyricism, complex rubato and colour.

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Latin American Piano Music

Alejandro Téllez performs both well known and overlooked Latin American Piano Music.

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Julian Yu 10 CD collection

The ten CDs that include music by composer Julian Yu are available individually or as a set for a special price of $100. To order the full set, click on one of the links on this page near the bottom. Digital booklets for these titles can be found on the pages for each of the eleven volumes. Type Julian Yu in the search box above right to see information about Julian Yu CDs.

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Perth Concert Hall: Ronald Sharp organ

Jangoo Chapkhana performs on the Perth Concert Hall organ that was built by Australian organ builder Ronald Sharp. The program includes a wide variety of works by Buxtehude, Sweelinck, Bach, Messaen and others. There is also 10 minute Variation on Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring composed by the organist.

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Schumann Cello

The collaboration between cellist Zoe Knighton and pianist Amir Farid continues with a collection of short works by Clara and Robert Schumann

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Ronald Farren-Price complete collection

The eleven CDs of Ronald Farren-Price are available individually or as a set for a special price of $100. To order the full set, click on one of the links on this page near the bottom. Digital booklets for these titles can be found on the pages for each of the eleven volumes.

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Jazz Music Series (set)

The five volumes of John Sangster's are available individually or as a set for a reduced price.

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Solos Duos Trios

Chamber music by Australian composer Haydn Reeder, performed by various artists.