The year 2023 was a good year for classical music, as evidenced by a series of exquisite recordings from which even connoisseurs find it difficult to choose a handful. Because there is no such thing as the objectively best shot; after all, intangible art works according to completely different rules than sport, which is all about competing. Anyone who listens to Raphaël Pichon perform Marian Vespers by Claudio Monteverdi believes they are in heaven, just like anyone who hears Isabelle Faust playing the violin or Igor Levit playing the piano. But they are very different heavens, each of them makes you happy. Ultimately, the following list is simply about moments of happiness that allow listeners to forget the injustice of politics and wars for an hour.
The most beautiful classical albums from 2023: Tips from the features editors – Culture
