Selected press comments:
'Jane Chapman is one of Britain's most distinguished classical harpsichordists, with a repertoire that stretches from early music to contemporary avant-garde. Her work is rapidly bringing the harpsichord into the 21st century and establishing her reputation as a rule-breaker' (Wall Street Journal)
'Jane Chapman plays with brilliance and sensitivity' (Classic CD )
'With Jane Chapman one can count on technique to burn and faithful observance of stylistic conventions' (The Musical Times)
'Britain's most progressive harpsichordist' (The Independent on Sunday)
'Jane Chapman is a fearless contemporary music performer...... you have to respect Chapman's virtuosity and guts' (The Guardian)
'... the hippest harpsichordist around' (London Metro)
'... eloquent and stylish' (The Times)
'Her virtuosity commands attention' (BBC Music Magazine)
'Her progressive spirit and comprehensive technique have inspired composers to forge new parameters and sound worlds for the harpsichord with works of unprecedented musical and technological scope' (Harpsichord & Fortepiano)
'Has made her mark both in baroque and contemporary music' (The Independent )
'Such is Jane Chapman's panache and affinity with this repertoire [Bauyn] that one almost feels the composer in person is improvising at the keyboard' (BBC Music Magazine)
'Jane Chapman's greatest talent is her fluidity, as shown in her melodic lines...' (Repertoire)
'Played with dizzy virtuosity by the astonishing Jane Chapman' (Musical Opinion )
'An excellent harpsichordist to watch for' (Classic CD )
'... remarkable solo artist .. Jane Chapman is unique in conjuring 21st-century sounds from the harpsichord' (SPNM)
'Jane Chapman played all the pieces with a riveting presence... in what was a wonderful and thought-provoking performance' (New Notes)
'The sorceress of the harpsichord' (Radio Times)
'Jane Chapman makes her harpsichord engage the senses much as Hugh Masekela woos with his trumpet!' (Brighton Festival)
PIECES DE CLAVECIN FROM THE BAUYN MANUSCRIPT
'...Jane Chapman playing a 1614 Ruckers harpsichord that sings gorgeously, proves an eloquent and stylish exponent of its contents' (The Times)
'...the overall standard is impressive and Jane Chapman has obviously identified closely with this repertoire. A fascinating disc' (Musical Opinion)
'...she brings a clear and direct approach towards ornamentation. She makes expressive use of rubato to good effect...and she strikes a balance between rhythmic freedom and harmonic direction' (CD Review)
'Jane Chapman is a stylish and persuasive exponent of the music..Two anonymous Pavannes stood up marvellously to the music by Couperin...points to make this for baroque fans and others' (The Northern Echo)
'Such is Jane Chapman's panache and affinity with this repertoire [Bauyn] that one almost feels the composer in person is improvising at the keyboard' (BBC Music Magazine)
'The music, the playing, the recording, everything is outstanding and very enjoyable. Ms Chapman translates 'Beau génie' as the "innate genius" of these compositions. Exactly' (Cork Examiner)
'An excellent harpsichordist to watch for.. Here she has uncovered a treasure-trove and readers are urged to explore its expressive beauties...' (Classic CD)
Her grasp of the French idiom...is eloquent and attractive' (Gramophone)
'La belle manière du toucher' is a joyous group of dance suites by Chambonnières and Dumont' (The Magazine|Classic FM - Critics' Choice)
(Radio 3 - Record Review Broadcast referring to "Belle maniere du toucher")
"Belle manière du toucher" perfectly describes how she plays. It's beautifully played...it's a wonderful advocacy for this beautiful music'
Roderick Swanston
'In Jane's hands the decoration is used very much to enhance the kind of piece that's being played. A contemporary of Chambonnières described him as having two styles: a brilliant style and smooth style. I think she emphasizes that contrast brilliantly.'
Tess Knighton
THE LADY'S BANQUET
'...Jane Chapman plays with brilliance and sensitivity' (Classic CD)
'...altogether admirable is the vitality with which Jane Chapman here sheds light on early 18th century domestic music making' (Gramophone)
'...her virtuosity commands attention' (BBC Music Magazine)
'...Jane Chapman gives an excellent performance within an appealing sound picture, heightening the aura of recollection intended by the genial editor, William Babell' (BBC Music Magazine)
'...the pieces are played with authority and conviction. With Jane Chapman one can count on technique to burn and faithful observance of stylistic conventions' (The Musical Times)
'...attractive tunes and Chapman's vivacious playing do indeed 'delight the ear' (BBC Music Magazine)
'...Jane Chapman plays delightfully without affectation and makes the small quiet voice of the spinet speak most eloquently' (Northern Echo)
'...this recording stands out for its variety and originality' (Diapason)
'Jane Chapman's greatest talent is her fluidity, as shown in her melodic lines...This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spinets ever reproduced on CD' (Repertoire)
'Jane Chapman is one of Britain's most distinguished classical harpsichordists, with a repertoire that stretches from early music to contemporary avant-garde. Her work is rapidly bringing the harpsichord into the 21st century and establishing her reputation as a rule-breaker' (Wall Street Journal)
'Jane Chapman plays with brilliance and sensitivity' (Classic CD )
'With Jane Chapman one can count on technique to burn and faithful observance of stylistic conventions' (The Musical Times)
'Britain's most progressive harpsichordist' (The Independent on Sunday)
'Jane Chapman is a fearless contemporary music performer...... you have to respect Chapman's virtuosity and guts' (The Guardian)
'... the hippest harpsichordist around' (London Metro)
'... eloquent and stylish' (The Times)
'Her virtuosity commands attention' (BBC Music Magazine)
'Her progressive spirit and comprehensive technique have inspired composers to forge new parameters and sound worlds for the harpsichord with works of unprecedented musical and technological scope' (Harpsichord & Fortepiano)
'Has made her mark both in baroque and contemporary music' (The Independent )
'Such is Jane Chapman's panache and affinity with this repertoire [Bauyn] that one almost feels the composer in person is improvising at the keyboard' (BBC Music Magazine)
'Jane Chapman's greatest talent is her fluidity, as shown in her melodic lines...' (Repertoire)
'Played with dizzy virtuosity by the astonishing Jane Chapman' (Musical Opinion )
'An excellent harpsichordist to watch for' (Classic CD )
'... remarkable solo artist .. Jane Chapman is unique in conjuring 21st-century sounds from the harpsichord' (SPNM)
'Jane Chapman played all the pieces with a riveting presence... in what was a wonderful and thought-provoking performance' (New Notes)
'The sorceress of the harpsichord' (Radio Times)
'Jane Chapman makes her harpsichord engage the senses much as Hugh Masekela woos with his trumpet!' (Brighton Festival)
PIECES DE CLAVECIN FROM THE BAUYN MANUSCRIPT
'...Jane Chapman playing a 1614 Ruckers harpsichord that sings gorgeously, proves an eloquent and stylish exponent of its contents' (The Times)
'...the overall standard is impressive and Jane Chapman has obviously identified closely with this repertoire. A fascinating disc' (Musical Opinion)
'...she brings a clear and direct approach towards ornamentation. She makes expressive use of rubato to good effect...and she strikes a balance between rhythmic freedom and harmonic direction' (CD Review)
'Jane Chapman is a stylish and persuasive exponent of the music..Two anonymous Pavannes stood up marvellously to the music by Couperin...points to make this for baroque fans and others' (The Northern Echo)
'Such is Jane Chapman's panache and affinity with this repertoire [Bauyn] that one almost feels the composer in person is improvising at the keyboard' (BBC Music Magazine)
'The music, the playing, the recording, everything is outstanding and very enjoyable. Ms Chapman translates 'Beau génie' as the "innate genius" of these compositions. Exactly' (Cork Examiner)
'An excellent harpsichordist to watch for.. Here she has uncovered a treasure-trove and readers are urged to explore its expressive beauties...' (Classic CD)
Her grasp of the French idiom...is eloquent and attractive' (Gramophone)
'La belle manière du toucher' is a joyous group of dance suites by Chambonnières and Dumont' (The Magazine|Classic FM - Critics' Choice)
(Radio 3 - Record Review Broadcast referring to "Belle maniere du toucher")
"Belle manière du toucher" perfectly describes how she plays. It's beautifully played...it's a wonderful advocacy for this beautiful music'
Roderick Swanston
'In Jane's hands the decoration is used very much to enhance the kind of piece that's being played. A contemporary of Chambonnières described him as having two styles: a brilliant style and smooth style. I think she emphasizes that contrast brilliantly.'
Tess Knighton
THE LADY'S BANQUET
'...Jane Chapman plays with brilliance and sensitivity' (Classic CD)
'...altogether admirable is the vitality with which Jane Chapman here sheds light on early 18th century domestic music making' (Gramophone)
'...her virtuosity commands attention' (BBC Music Magazine)
'...Jane Chapman gives an excellent performance within an appealing sound picture, heightening the aura of recollection intended by the genial editor, William Babell' (BBC Music Magazine)
'...the pieces are played with authority and conviction. With Jane Chapman one can count on technique to burn and faithful observance of stylistic conventions' (The Musical Times)
'...attractive tunes and Chapman's vivacious playing do indeed 'delight the ear' (BBC Music Magazine)
'...Jane Chapman plays delightfully without affectation and makes the small quiet voice of the spinet speak most eloquently' (Northern Echo)
'...this recording stands out for its variety and originality' (Diapason)
'Jane Chapman's greatest talent is her fluidity, as shown in her melodic lines...This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful spinets ever reproduced on CD' (Repertoire)
