Pavlo Beznosiuk

The Ukranian/Irish violinist Pavlo Beznosiuk has been described as an artist with "star quality", a rare performer who is equally at home on instruments as diverse as modern, Classical, Baroque and Renaissance violins, viola and medieval fiddles, he has been praised for his versatility and virtuosity.

Vivaldi: Concerti Opus 8

The Avison Ensemble presents an insightful performance that is brimming with energy.

CKD 365

JS Bach Complete Sonatas & Partitas for solo violin

Bach’s famous Solo Sonatas and Partitas played on Baroque Violin

CKD 366

Handel Concerti Grossi Opus 6

The period ensemble give a fresh and insightful performance of Handel's masterpiece

CKD 362

Haydn, Mozart Concerti

Renowned violinist Rachel Podger performs with the OAE in a programme of Mozart and Haydn

CCS SA 29309

Pavlo Beznosiuk - violin

Pavlo Beznosiuk, renowned for his virtuosity and versatility, has secured his reputation as one of Europe's most respected Baroque violinists over the last 25 years with a busy international career as soloist, chamber musician, concertmaster and increasingly as a director. In the mid 80's he was involved in pioneering work in the use of Renaissance violins with The Parley of Instruments and was a founding member of the groundbreaking Medieval ensemble The New London Consort playing Vielles, Rebec and Lira da Braccio. He is a frequent soloist/director with the Academy of Ancient Music and recent recital work has included performances of Biber's complete cycle of Rosary sonatas and concerts combining solo violin music of Bach with that of Berio and Bartók. As musical director of The Avison Ensemble he has completed an exhaustive recorded survey of the music of Charles Avison and in 2010 released a recording of Handel's Concerti Grossi Opus 6 (LINN CKD362) which has been received enthusiastically in the music press. Other recordings include Biber's "Rosary" Sonatas, Vivaldi's Op. 12 Violin Concerti with The Academy of Ancient Music and Christopher Hogwood, Vivaldi's Concerti Opus 8 with the Avison Ensemble (released on LINN in 2011, CKD 365) and two recordings of Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante with Monica Huggett and Rachel Podger. Pavlo teaches at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and The Royal Academy of Music in London.

BBC Radio 3 CD Review
Disc of the Week: 'Plenty of bold colours...recorded with immediacy and real presence on the Linn label.'

Independent on Sunday
"...Delicious"
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BBC Radio 3 CD Review
Disc of the Week: 'Lovely, warm colourful playing.'
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Musicdata
"...a very personal and thoughtful interpretation"
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MusicWeb International
'This is another excellent recording to add to the distinguished list of the best available recordings.'
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Gramophone
'...lovingly recorded two-disc set.'
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Klassik.com

'Der Brite spielt mit einem schlanken, gut fokussierten Ton...'
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International Record Review
"...altogether superlative. You'd do well to seek this one out!"
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Early Music Review
'[Pavlo's] take on the Bach solo violin music was always going to be worth hearing...'
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Audiophile Audition
"...his is one of the cleanest recordings of this music you will find..."
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Audio Video Club of Atlanta
"...these six sonatas and partitas come alive as breathtaking works of the creative imagination."
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Halesowen News
"...required listening for Baroque music enthusiasts everywhere."
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BBC Music Magazine

'A fine set, beautifully recorded.'
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The Independent on Sunday
'Exquisitely recorded...Beznosiuk excels.'
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Audiophilia.com
'...achingly beautiful and pulsating with energy and life. The precision of their ensemble playing is breathtaking, their interpretations almost impossibly stylish.'
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Gramophone
"...authoritative and nuanced."
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Listen: Life With Classical Music
'...the ensemble playing is simply electrifying, crackling and sparkling...'
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Classical Music Magazine

"A satisfying set, pleasingly recorded."
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Klassik.com
'...Stilbewusstsein, Klangsinn und ein sicheres Gespür für die kompositorischen Strukturen.'
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International Record Review
"Where the Avison Ensemble really triumphs...is in conveying a sense of occasion and musical opulence...Magnificent!"
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Musikzen
"...exécution impeccable, justesse sans défaut..."
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The Herald
"...bursting with vigour, wit, style, refinement and some juicily characterful playing..."
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The Sunday Times
"The Avison's accounts under Pavlo Beznosiuk have a natural, easy virtuosity that will endear them to purists..."
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Financial Times

"...the Avison Ensemble proves itself a flexible, high-spirited group..."
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BBC Music Magazine

Orchestral Choice: "I shall certainly return frequently to this splendid set."
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Early Music Review
"...First rate..."
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BBC Online
"...the Avisons achieve what every composer hopes for their music, namely the ability to move the listener's spirit. Bravo."
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Audio Video Club of Atlanta
"I like everything I hear about this marvelous Handel release."
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The Irish Times
"...bright and breezy al fresco energy..."
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ClassicsToday.com

"...beautifully realized by the stunningly realistic, resoundingly vibrant sound engineering...Essential!"
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The Independent on Sunday
A vivacious, highly detailed set.
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Audiophile Audition

...right up there with Bach’s Brandenburg Concerti as one of the greatest examples of instrumental works of the High Baroque.
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MusicWeb International
Download of the Month: "...this could well become my benchmark in future for this wonderful music..."
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Audiophile Audition
A release of the highest caliber
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