Jason Victor Serinus

The baritone’s solo album imbues Americana with a heavy dose of sentimentality.

Sony releases a deluxe box set replete with every RCA Victor recording, plus rarities, previously unreleased recordings, and a lavishly illustrated coffee-table book.

The tenor and pianist are in perfect synch in this savvy, well-recorded collection of songs expressing joy and sorrow.

But despite the star soprano, the recording has weaknesses.

Valley of the Moon Music Festival features Dashon Burton in an enlightening recital.

The violinist’s solo album mixes musics expertly to explore personal and political themes.

A bearded Cecilia Bartoli is spectacular in the title role.

Boston Modern Orchestra Project traces the composer’s evolution from Common Tones in Simple Time to Son of Chamber Symphony.

The powerful mezzo explores many dark facets of the Nero legend in Tiranno.

DiDonato’s unique take on Schubert’s song cycle infuses the music with rare passion and intensity.