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

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

: Exceptional dynamic range and instrumental separation. John Lanchbery - Ketelbey - In a Persian Market...

: The opening "camel tread" is steady and purposeful, avoiding the sluggishness found in lesser recordings. : Fans of light classical, 20th-century British conductors,

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 : Fans of light classical

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