Harty/ German/ Nelson/ Smith/ Rhodes - By the River in Spring

The CD takes it's title from the well loved piece by Michael Head. This recital of British music for flute and piano is mainly romantic in mood, but not sentimental, given the robust nature of the sonatas by Alwyn and Leighton (both rarities despite the stature of their composers). a splendid third divine art CD for Smith and Rhodes which includes a number of little gems recorded for the first time.