press about nicolas
"The performances of all three works by Baldeyrou’s ensemble are bright toned and crisply characterised; there’s a nice reedy edge to the oboes and bassoons, and an agility to Baldeyrou’s clarinet that makes light of the technical difficulties of playing this music on 18th-century instruments."
(Andrew Clements, The Guardian – Mozart Serenades Review)
"This versatile artist, equally at ease with contemporary repertoire as with historically informed interpretations of major classical or romantic works, has just embarked on an ambitious journey: recording the complete works of Mozart for his instrument."
(Thierry Hillériteau, Le Figaro)
What sets this recording apart is not only the use of historical instruments but also an approach to playing that remains breathing, fluid, and organic at every moment. The clarity of structure, the lightness of articulation, and the intense tonal depth of each movement lend the interpretation a freshness that is immediately captivating."
(Dirk Schauß, Online Merker – Mozart Serenades Review)
"Baldeyrou's soft, bosky tone is a constant joy. <…> quite marvellous first release in what could be a promising series."
(Mark Pullinger, Gramophone – Mozart Serenades Review)
