PROVOCATIVE THOUGHTS: 
The late Patric Standford may have written these short pieces deliberately to provoke our feedback. If so, his success is reflected in the rich range of readers' comments appearing at the foot of most of the pages.
Barbara Bonney
The American soprano Barbara Bonney was born 14 April 1956. She rose to international stardom, her exquisite voice gracing operatic roles and lieder, much of it to be heard on CD.A selection of articles about Barbara Bonney
DVD Spotlight. Words of Consolation - Abbado's Brahms German Requiem impresses Howard Smith. '... a front runner in this work.'
CD Spotlight. Musical Finesse - Songs by Gregg Kallor, recommended by Howard Smith. 'Go to the top of the class.'