"Dryly" recorded classical recordings? Especially for woodwind?

March 23, 2023 3:08 AM

Classical musicians often record (especially solo) with a lot of reverb. I like the sound of a really "dry" recording better - microphones really close to the instrument, and no reverb applied afterward. It's like I have my ear right up against said instrument. Can you recommend classical recordings - especially solo pieces, and pieces for woodwind - that are recorded in a really dry way?
posted by solarion to Media & Arts (2 answers total)

Not woodwinds but this description reminds me of Glenn Gould playing Brahms' Intermezzo Op. 118, No. 2. He plays the piece faster and "dryer" (I guess in this case meaning less rubato) than is typical, but it has always somehow worked for me. Definitely can't hear any reverb.
posted by sockpup at 5:56 AM on March 23, 2023 [1 favorite]

chamber or small ensemble recordings
posted by AlbertCalavicci at 6:04 AM on March 23, 2023